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{"bill_id":214309,"bill_number":"HB37","title":"Providing for abandonment of mineral rights in real property, for the recording by surface owners of title to mineral rights in their real property after ten years of nonuse by the subsurface owner; and establishing a right of action to settle title to mineral rights.","description":"An Act providing for abandonment of mineral rights in real property, for the recording by surface owners of title to mineral rights in their real property after ten years of nonuse by the subsurface owner; and establishing a right of action to settle title to mineral rights.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB37/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=37","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":214310,"bill_number":"HB38","title":"In governance of the system, further providing for establishment of fees and charges and for costs; in facilities and supplies, further providing for surcharges; and, in budget and finance, further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in governance of the system, further providing for establishment of fees and charges and for costs; in facilities and supplies, further providing for surcharges; and, in budget and finance, further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 30","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB38/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=38","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":214311,"bill_number":"HR1","title":"Adopting permanent rules for the House of Representatives, further providing for definitions, for members' and employees' expenses, for fiscal notes, for House and concurrent resolutions, for standing committees and subcommittees, for organization of standing committees and subcommittees, for powers and duties of standing committees and subcommittees, for ethics committee and for chronic absenteeism; and providing for ethical conduct.","description":"A Resolution adopting permanent rules for the House of Representatives, further providing for definitions, for members' and employees' expenses, for fiscal notes, for House and concurrent resolutions, for standing committees and subcommittees, for organization of standing committees and subcommittees, for powers and duties of standing committees and subcommittees, for ethics committee and for chronic absenteeism; and providing for ethical conduct.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-04","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR1/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=1","sponsor":"Michael Turzai"},
{"bill_id":214312,"bill_number":"HR2","title":"Providing for the adoption of a temporary rule relating to the consideration of a resolution providing for the Rules of the House of Representatives.","description":"A Resolution providing for the adoption of a temporary rule relating to the consideration of a resolution providing for the Rules of the House of Representatives.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-03","last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":"2011-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR2/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=2","sponsor":"Michael Turzai"},
{"bill_id":214313,"bill_number":"SR1","title":"Providing for broadcasting of Senate floor activity.","description":"A Resolution providing for broadcasting of Senate floor activity.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-04","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR1/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=1","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":214314,"bill_number":"SR2","title":"Providing for the adoption of Financial Operating Rules of the Senate.","description":"A Resolution providing for the adoption of Financial Operating Rules of the Senate.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-04","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR2/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=2","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":214315,"bill_number":"SR3","title":"Providing for the adoption of Ethical Conduct Rules of the Senate.","description":"A Resolution providing for the adoption of Ethical Conduct Rules of the Senate.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-04","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR3/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=3","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":214316,"bill_number":"SR4","title":"Providing for the Rules of the Senate for the 195th and 196th Regular Session.","description":"A Resolution providing for the Rules of the Senate for the 195th and 196th Regular Session.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-04","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR4/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=4","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":214317,"bill_number":"SR5","title":"Designating the week of January 17 through 23, 2011, as \"Martin Luther King, Jr., Holiday Week.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the week of January 17 through 23, 2011, as \"Martin Luther King, Jr., Holiday Week.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-04","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR5/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=5","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":214318,"bill_number":"SR7","title":"A Concurrent Resolution authorizing the appointment of committees to make arrangements for the inauguration of the Governor-elect.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution authorizing the appointment of committees to make arrangements for the inauguration of the Governor-elect.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-01-04","last_action":"Representative P. Michael Sturla","last_action_date":"2011-01-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR7/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=7","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":228081,"bill_number":"HB8","title":"Further providing for schedule of convictions and points; and prohibiting the operation of motor vehicles while using interactive wireless communication devices.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for schedule of convictions and points; and prohibiting the operation of motor vehicles while using interactive wireless communication devices.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Re-committed to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB8/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=8","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":228082,"bill_number":"HB15","title":"Providing for the establishment of a searchable budget database-driven Internet website detailing certain information concerning taxpayer expenditures and investments.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment of a searchable budget database-driven Internet website detailing certain information concerning taxpayer expenditures and investments.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 18","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB15/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=15","sponsor":"Jim Christiana"},
{"bill_id":228083,"bill_number":"HB39","title":"Further providing for definitions, for unlawful acts or practices and exclusions and for civil penalties; and adding provisions relating to unsafe children's products.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for definitions, for unlawful acts or practices and exclusions and for civil penalties; and adding provisions relating to unsafe children's products.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB39/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=39","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":228084,"bill_number":"HB41","title":"Requiring identification of lawful presence in the United States as a prerequisite to the receipt of public benefits.","description":"An Act requiring identification of lawful presence in the United States as a prerequisite to the receipt of public benefits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB41/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=41","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":228085,"bill_number":"HB42","title":"Providing for the rights of individuals to purchase private health care insurance; and prohibiting certain governmental action.","description":"An Act providing for the rights of individuals to purchase private health care insurance; and prohibiting certain governmental action.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB42/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=42","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":228086,"bill_number":"HB43","title":"Providing for affordable health insurance.","description":"An Act providing for affordable health insurance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB43/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=43","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":228087,"bill_number":"HB44","title":"Prohibiting certain credit card information on receipts.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 21, 1992 (P.L.241, No.36), referred to as the Credit Card Information Act, prohibiting certain credit card information on receipts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB44/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=44","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":228088,"bill_number":"HB45","title":"Providing for college and university faculty and staff criminal history background investigations and self-disclosure requirements.","description":"An Act providing for college and university faculty and staff criminal history background investigations and self-disclosure requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB45/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=45","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":228089,"bill_number":"HB46","title":"Providing for foreign health insurance.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for foreign health insurance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB46/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=46","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":228090,"bill_number":"HB47","title":"Providing for right to purchase health insurance sold in other states.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.789, No.285), known as The Insurance Department Act of 1921, providing for right to purchase health insurance sold in other states.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB47/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=47","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":228091,"bill_number":"HB48","title":"Adding definitions; and providing for licensure of prosthetists, orthotists, pedorthists and orthotic fitters.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 20, 1985 (P.L.457, No.112), known as the Medical Practice Act of 1985, adding definitions; and providing for licensure of prosthetists, orthotists, pedorthists and orthotic fitters.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 90","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB48/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=48","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":228092,"bill_number":"HB49","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB49/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=49","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":228093,"bill_number":"HB54","title":"Providing for the establishment of the Historic Preservation Incentive Grant Program for historic commercial and residential sites.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment of the Historic Preservation Incentive Grant Program for historic commercial and residential sites.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Tourism & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB54/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=54","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":228095,"bill_number":"HB58","title":"Providing for assisted outpatient treatment programs.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 1976 (P.L.817, No.143), known as the Mental Health Procedures Act, providing for assisted outpatient treatment programs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB58/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=58","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":228104,"bill_number":"HB59","title":"Establishing the Office of Consumer Advocate for Health Insurance as an office within the Office of Consumer Advocate and prescribing its powers and duties; establishing the Consumer Advocate for Health Insurance Fund; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, establishing the Office of Consumer Advocate for Health Insurance as an office within the Office of Consumer Advocate and prescribing its powers and duties; establishing the Consumer Advocate for Health Insurance Fund; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB59/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=59","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":228108,"bill_number":"HB60","title":"In rates and rate making, further providing for standby charge prohibited.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rates and rate making, further providing for standby charge prohibited.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB60/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=60","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":228109,"bill_number":"HB61","title":"Further providing for collection of court costs, restitution and fines by private collection agency.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for collection of court costs, restitution and fines by private collection agency.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-17","last_action":"Act No. 41","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB61/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=61","sponsor":"Carl Metzgar"},
{"bill_id":228110,"bill_number":"HB66","title":"Designating a bridge on that portion of S.R. 1012 over the Lackawanna River, Archbald Borough, Lackawanna County, as the Police Chief Thomas J. Malone Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge on that portion of S.R. 1012 over the Lackawanna River, Archbald Borough, Lackawanna County, as the Police Chief Thomas J. Malone Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 31","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB66/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=66","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":228111,"bill_number":"HB67","title":"In other offenses, further providing for the offense of greyhound racing.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other offenses, further providing for the offense of greyhound racing.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 32","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB67/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=67","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":228112,"bill_number":"HB68","title":"In falsification and intimidation, further providing for failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders requirements; in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for definitions, for registration, for registration procedures and applicability, for sentencing court information and for verification of residence; in registration of sexual offenders, providing for registration of transients; and in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for victim notification, for other notification, for information made available on the Internet, for duties of the Pennsylvania State Police and for photographs and fingerprinting.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in falsification and intimidation, further providing for failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders requirements; in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for definitions, for registration, for registration procedures and applicability, for sentencing court information and for verification of residence; in registration of sexual offenders, providing for registration of transients; and in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for victim notification, for other notification, for information made available on the Internet, for duties of the Pennsylvania State Police and for photographs and fingerprinting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB68/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=68","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":228113,"bill_number":"HB69","title":"Further providing for payment of salaries in cases of sickness, injury or death.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for payment of salaries in cases of sickness, injury or death.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB69/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=69","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":228114,"bill_number":"HB70","title":"Establishing a nursing scholarship program; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","description":"An Act establishing a nursing scholarship program; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB70/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=70","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":228115,"bill_number":"HB71","title":"Further providing for sexual offender registration procedures.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sexual offender registration procedures.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB71/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=71","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":228116,"bill_number":"HB72","title":"Providing for apportionment of business income.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for apportionment of business income.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB72/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=72","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":228117,"bill_number":"HB73","title":"Directing the Secretary of the Budget to reduce all State appropriations by 10% for fiscal year July 1, 2011, through June 30, 2012.","description":"An Act directing the Secretary of the Budget to reduce all State appropriations by 10% for fiscal year July 1, 2011, through June 30, 2012.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB73/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=73","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":228118,"bill_number":"HB74","title":"Further providing for failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Re-committed to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB74/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=74","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":228119,"bill_number":"HB75","title":"Making changes necessary for the administration and implementation of the act of December 20, 2011 (P.L.446, No.111), entitled \" extensively revising provisions relating to registration of sexual offenders pursuant to Federal mandate; and making editorial changes,\" in the areas of perjury and falsification in official matters, dissemination of criminal history record information, disposition of children generally, court-ordered involuntary treatment of certain sexually violent persons and registration of sexual offenders; and, in juvenile matters, further providing for definitions and for disposition of dependent child.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, making changes necessary for the administration and implementation of the act of December 20, 2011 (P.L.446, No.111), entitled \"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 23 (Domestic Relations), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure), 44 (Law and Justice) and 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, extensively revising provisions relating to registration of sexual offenders pursuant to Federal mandate; and making editorial changes,\" in the areas of perjury and falsification in official matters, dissemination of criminal history record information, disposition of children generally, court-ordered involuntary treatment of certain sexually violent persons and registration of sexual offenders; and, in juvenile matters, further providing for definitions and for disposition of dependent child.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 91","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB75/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=75","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":228120,"bill_number":"HB77","title":"In registration of sexual offenders, further providing for information made available on the Internet.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for information made available on the Internet.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Re-committed to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB77/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=77","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":228121,"bill_number":"HB80","title":"Directing the Health Care Cost Containment Council to conduct a study relating to the feasibility of requiring all health insurance plans offered to State government employees to be part of a single trust fund for the provision of health insurance plans to the employees and for the council to report the study to the General Assembly and to the Governor.","description":"An Act directing the Health Care Cost Containment Council to conduct a study relating to the feasibility of requiring all health insurance plans offered to State government employees to be part of a single trust fund for the provision of health insurance plans to the employees and for the council to report the study to the General Assembly and to the Governor.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB80/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=80","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":228122,"bill_number":"HB81","title":"In local workforce investment areas and boards, providing for youth councils.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 2001 (P.L.949, No.114), known as the Workforce Development Act, in local workforce investment areas and boards, providing for youth councils.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB81/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=81","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":228123,"bill_number":"HB82","title":"In licenses and regulations, further providing for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in licenses and regulations, further providing for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB82/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=82","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":228124,"bill_number":"HB83","title":"Providing for the establishment of the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund Program; imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; establishing the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund; providing for contracts eligible for guarantee and for participation by disadvantaged businesses; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment of the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund Program; imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; establishing the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund; providing for contracts eligible for guarantee and for participation by disadvantaged businesses; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB83/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=83","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":228125,"bill_number":"HB84","title":"Further providing for nonapplicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 16, 1992 (P.L.155, No.28), known as the Assessors Certification Act, further providing for nonapplicability.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB84/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=84","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":228126,"bill_number":"HB85","title":"Further providing for the Tax Credit for New Jobs; and providing for the Keystone Job Creation and Training Tax Credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for the Tax Credit for New Jobs; and providing for the Keystone Job Creation and Training Tax Credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB85/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=85","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":228127,"bill_number":"HB86","title":"Repealing imposition of tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, repealing imposition of tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB86/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=86","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":228128,"bill_number":"HB87","title":"Providing for unannounced inspections of certain facilities and persons that provide child day care; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act providing for unannounced inspections of certain facilities and persons that provide child day care; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB87/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=87","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":228129,"bill_number":"HB88","title":"Prohibiting campaign contributions by certain persons that contract with the Commonwealth or its political subdivisions.","description":"An Act prohibiting campaign contributions by certain persons that contract with the Commonwealth or its political subdivisions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB88/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=88","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":228130,"bill_number":"HB89","title":"Amending the act of July 3, 1947 (P.L.1242, No.507), entitled \"An act relating to police and firemen's pension funds in cities of the second class A, and directing such cities to appropriate certain moneys thereto, and requiring reports and audits,\" further providing for credit for military service.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 3, 1947 (P.L.1242, No.507), entitled \"An act relating to police and firemen's pension funds in cities of the second class A, and directing such cities to appropriate certain moneys thereto, and requiring reports and audits,\" further providing for credit for military service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB89/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=89","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":228131,"bill_number":"HB90","title":"Further providing for credit for military service.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 23, 1959 (P.L.970, No.400), referred to as the Second Class A City Employe Pension Law, further providing for credit for military service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB90/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=90","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":228132,"bill_number":"HB91","title":"Further providing for failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders requirements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB91/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=91","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":228133,"bill_number":"HB92","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"exploitation.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of November 6, 1987 (P.L.381, No.79), known as the Older Adults Protective Services Act, further providing for the definition of \"exploitation.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB92/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=92","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":228134,"bill_number":"HB93","title":"Permitting supervised children to observe polling places.","description":"An Act permitting supervised children to observe polling places.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB93/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=93","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":228135,"bill_number":"HB94","title":"Amending the act of April 26, 1935 (P.L.90, No.39), entitled \"An act to promote uniformity in the assessment and taxation of properties and persons within the territorial limits of cities of the second class A, by providing that city and school taxes within such territorial limits shall be assessed, levied, and collected upon the basis of the assessments for taxation for county purposes; and requiring the furnishing of tax duplicates by the county taxing authorities to such cities and to school districts coterminous therewith; abolishing the department of assessors in cities of the second class A; consolidating tax statements covering city, school, county, and poor taxes therein, and making uniform the time for levy and collection of said taxes respectively, and regulating the discounts therefrom and penalties thereon,\" further providing for levy and collection of taxes by cities of the second class A.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 26, 1935 (P.L.90, No.39), entitled \"An act to promote uniformity in the assessment and taxation of properties and persons within the territorial limits of cities of the second class A, by providing that city and school taxes within such territorial limits shall be assessed, levied, and collected upon the basis of the assessments for taxation for county purposes; and requiring the furnishing of tax duplicates by the county taxing authorities to such cities and to school districts coterminous therewith; abolishing the department of assessors in cities of the second class A; consolidating tax statements covering city, school, county, and poor taxes therein, and making uniform the time for levy and collection of said taxes respectively, and regulating the discounts therefrom and penalties thereon,\" further providing for levy and collection of taxes by cities of the second class A.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB94/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=94","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":228136,"bill_number":"HB95","title":"Providing for preference for training programs.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 2001 (P.L.949, No.114), known as the Workforce Development Act, providing for preference for training programs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB95/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=95","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":228137,"bill_number":"HB169","title":"Amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), entitled, as amended, \"An act providing for the licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance, for the licensing of persons to distribute games of chance, for the registration of manufacturers of games of chance, and for suspensions and revocations of licenses and permits; requiring records; providing for local referendum by electorate; and prescribing penalties,\" further providing for legislative intent, for definitions, for games of chance permitted, for prize limits, for limits on sales, for distributor licenses, for regulations, for licensing of eligible organizations and for special permits; providing for club licensees; further providing for revocation of licenses, for enforcement, for local option, for advertising and for prohibited persons; providing for civil penalties; further providing for penalties; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), entitled, as amended, \"An act providing for the licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance, for the licensing of persons to distribute games of chance, for the registration of manufacturers of games of chance, and for suspensions and revocations of licenses and permits; requiring records; providing for local referendum by electorate; and prescribing penalties,\" further providing for legislative intent, for definitions, for games of chance permitted, for prize limits, for limits on sales, for distributor licenses, for regulations, for licensing of eligible organizations and for special permits; providing for club licensees; further providing for revocation of licenses, for enforcement, for local option, for advertising and for prohibited persons; providing for civil penalties; further providing for penalties; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-02","last_action":"Act No. 2","last_action_date":"2012-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB169/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=169","sponsor":"Sheryl Delozier"},
{"bill_id":228138,"bill_number":"HR11","title":"Recognizing the month of January 2011 as \"Stalking Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of January 2011 as \"Stalking Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR11/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=11","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":228139,"bill_number":"HR12","title":"Observing February 12, 2011, as the 202nd anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States.","description":"A Resolution observing February 12, 2011, as the 202nd anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR12/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=12","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":228140,"bill_number":"HR13","title":"Designating the week of February 14 through 20, 2011, as \"Random Acts of Kindness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of February 14 through 20, 2011, as \"Random Acts of Kindness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR13/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=13","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":228703,"bill_number":"SB7","title":"Establishing spending limitations on the Commonwealth; providing for the disposition of surplus funds; establishing the Taxpayer Protection Fund; and repealing provisions of The Fiscal Code relating to the funding of a stabilization reserve.","description":"An Act establishing spending limitations on the Commonwealth; providing for the disposition of surplus funds; establishing the Taxpayer Protection Fund; and repealing provisions of The Fiscal Code relating to the funding of a stabilization reserve.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB7/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=7","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":228704,"bill_number":"SB21","title":"In party organization, further providing for definition of political parties and political bodies; and, in nomination of candidates, further providing for nominations by minor political parties and for nominations by political bodies.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in party organization, further providing for definition of political parties and political bodies; and, in nomination of candidates, further providing for nominations by minor political parties and for nominations by political bodies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB21/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=21","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":228705,"bill_number":"SB22","title":"Establishing the Child Welfare Workers Loan Forgiveness Program for Commonwealth residents who graduate from institutions of higher education and who apply their degrees to careers in child welfare work.","description":"An Act establishing the Child Welfare Workers Loan Forgiveness Program for Commonwealth residents who graduate from institutions of higher education and who apply their degrees to careers in child welfare work.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB22/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=22","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228706,"bill_number":"SB25","title":"In licenses and regulations, further providing for the sale of certain containers of malt or brewed beverages by distributors and importing distributors.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in licenses and regulations, further providing for the sale of certain containers of malt or brewed beverages by distributors and importing distributors.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB25/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=25","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228707,"bill_number":"SB26","title":"Further providing for disclosure of fees.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 24, 1976 (P.L.1176, No.261), known as the Manufactured Home Community Rights Act, further providing for disclosure of fees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB26/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=26","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228708,"bill_number":"SB27","title":"Further providing for dog purchaser protection.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for dog purchaser protection.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB27/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=27","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228709,"bill_number":"SB28","title":"Providing for an exemption from increases in school real property taxes for eligible taxpayers because of their age and income level and for the reimbursement of school districts by the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act providing for an exemption from increases in school real property taxes for eligible taxpayers because of their age and income level and for the reimbursement of school districts by the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB28/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=28","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228710,"bill_number":"SB29","title":"In obstructing governmental operations, further providing for the offenses of weapons or implements for escape and for contraband; and making a conforming amendment.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in obstructing governmental operations, further providing for the offenses of weapons or implements for escape and for contraband; and making a conforming amendment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB29/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=29","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228711,"bill_number":"SB30","title":"Establishing the Criminal Justice and Mental Health Reinvestment Program; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency.","description":"An Act establishing the Criminal Justice and Mental Health Reinvestment Program; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB30/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=30","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228712,"bill_number":"SB31","title":"In officers serving process and enforcing orders, providing for municipal police.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in officers serving process and enforcing orders, providing for municipal police.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB31/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=31","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228713,"bill_number":"SB32","title":"Extending benefits to certain surviving spouses; further providing for title of act, for short title, for definitions, for Postsecondary Educational Gratuity Program, for report to General Assembly and for retroactivity.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 16, 1998 (P.L.980, No.129), known as the Police Officer, Firefighter, Correction Employee and National Guard Member Child Beneficiary Education Act, extending benefits to certain surviving spouses; further providing for title of act, for short title, for definitions, for Postsecondary Educational Gratuity Program, for report to General Assembly and for retroactivity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB32/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=32","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228714,"bill_number":"SB33","title":"Establishing a tuition credit program for certain members of volunteer fire companies, volunteer ambulance services and volunteer rescue squads and their dependent children and spouses.","description":"An Act establishing a tuition credit program for certain members of volunteer fire companies, volunteer ambulance services and volunteer rescue squads and their dependent children and spouses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB33/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=33","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228715,"bill_number":"SB34","title":"Establishing the Volunteer Emergency Service Personnel Educational Assistance and Loan Forgiveness Program.","description":"An Act establishing the Volunteer Emergency Service Personnel Educational Assistance and Loan Forgiveness Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB34/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=34","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228716,"bill_number":"SB35","title":"Further prohibiting smoking in public places; providing for local ordinances; and making a related repeal of the Fire and Panic Act.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 2008 (P.L.182, No.27), known as the Clean Indoor Air Act, further prohibiting smoking in public places; providing for local ordinances; and making a related repeal of the Fire and Panic Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB35/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=35","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228717,"bill_number":"SB36","title":"In pupils and attendance and in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, providing for consideration of the residences of registered sex offenders by the Department of Transportation in evaluating the hazards to child safety in walking to school.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance and in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, providing for consideration of the residences of registered sex offenders by the Department of Transportation in evaluating the hazards to child safety in walking to school.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB36/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=36","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228718,"bill_number":"SB37","title":"In safe schools, further providing for definitions, for Office for Safe Schools, for reporting and for maintenance of records.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in safe schools, further providing for definitions, for Office for Safe Schools, for reporting and for maintenance of records.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB37/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=37","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228719,"bill_number":"SB38","title":"Establishing a grant program for law enforcement drug and violence task forces; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency.","description":"An Act establishing a grant program for law enforcement drug and violence task forces; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB38/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=38","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228720,"bill_number":"SB39","title":"Requiring information relating to parenting and prenatal depression, postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis and other emotional trauma counseling and screening to be provided to a pregnant woman; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Health.","description":"An Act requiring information relating to parenting and prenatal depression, postpartum depression, postpartum psychosis and other emotional trauma counseling and screening to be provided to a pregnant woman; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB39/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=39","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228721,"bill_number":"SB40","title":"In criminal history record information, further providing for general regulations; and, in child protective services, further providing for information relating to prospective child-care personnel.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in criminal history record information, further providing for general regulations; and, in child protective services, further providing for information relating to prospective child-care personnel.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB40/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=40","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228722,"bill_number":"SB41","title":"In particular rights and immunities, providing for certain immunity for hospitals that donate medicine, medical supplies and equipment in good faith for humanitarian assistance.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in particular rights and immunities, providing for certain immunity for hospitals that donate medicine, medical supplies and equipment in good faith for humanitarian assistance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB41/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=41","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228723,"bill_number":"SB42","title":"Further providing for registration of sexual offenders and for sentence for failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for registration of sexual offenders and for sentence for failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB42/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=42","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228724,"bill_number":"SB43","title":"Allowing nursing facilities to obtain medical assistance certified beds under limited terms and conditions; and providing for functions of the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act allowing nursing facilities to obtain medical assistance certified beds under limited terms and conditions; and providing for functions of the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB43/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=43","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228725,"bill_number":"SB44","title":"Regulating bail bond enforcement agents; requiring licensure and registration; and providing for penalties.","description":"An Act regulating bail bond enforcement agents; requiring licensure and registration; and providing for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB44/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=44","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228726,"bill_number":"SB45","title":"Establishing the Prison Industry Enhancement Authority; providing for employment of prisoners by private industry and for subcontracts with correctional agencies; establishing guidelines for prisoner compensation; and providing for location of private sector prison industry.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Prison Industry Enhancement Authority; providing for employment of prisoners by private industry and for subcontracts with correctional agencies; establishing guidelines for prisoner compensation; and providing for location of private sector prison industry.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB45/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=45","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228727,"bill_number":"SB46","title":"Repealing the act of April 16, 1862 (P.L.538, No.513), entitled \"An act relating to certain Children's Homes.\"","description":"An Act repealing the act of April 16, 1862 (P.L.538, No.513), entitled \"An act relating to certain Children's Homes.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB46/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=46","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228728,"bill_number":"SB47","title":"Further providing for HIV testing of certain convicted offenders.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 23, 1956 (1955 P.L.1510, No.500), known as the Disease Prevention and Control Law of 1955, further providing for HIV testing of certain convicted offenders.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB47/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=47","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228729,"bill_number":"SB48","title":"Providing for court reporting contracts.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for court reporting contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB48/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=48","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228730,"bill_number":"SB49","title":"Establishing the Capital Case Representation Resource Center of Pennsylvania for capital offense litigation; and providing for its duties and responsibilities.","description":"An Act establishing the Capital Case Representation Resource Center of Pennsylvania for capital offense litigation; and providing for its duties and responsibilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB49/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=49","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228731,"bill_number":"SB50","title":"In falsification and intimidation, prohibiting the simulation of legal process and related acts and the use of unofficial license plates; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in falsification and intimidation, prohibiting the simulation of legal process and related acts and the use of unofficial license plates; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB50/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=50","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228732,"bill_number":"SB51","title":"Repealing provisions relating to home inspections; providing for home inspections; establishing the Pennsylvania Board of Home Inspectors; providing for licensure of home inspectors and for disciplinary proceedings by the Pennsylvania Board of Home Inspectors; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, repealing provisions relating to home inspections; providing for home inspections; establishing the Pennsylvania Board of Home Inspectors; providing for licensure of home inspectors and for disciplinary proceedings by the Pennsylvania Board of Home Inspectors; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB51/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=51","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228733,"bill_number":"SB52","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in special vehicles and pedestrians, providing for regulation and operation of neighborhood electric vehicles; and, in inspection of vehicles, further providing for operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in special vehicles and pedestrians, providing for regulation and operation of neighborhood electric vehicles; and, in inspection of vehicles, further providing for operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB52/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=52","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228734,"bill_number":"SB53","title":"In other required equipment, further providing for general requirements for school buses.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other required equipment, further providing for general requirements for school buses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB53/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=53","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228735,"bill_number":"SB54","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for restrictions on gasoline taxes and motor license fees.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for restrictions on gasoline taxes and motor license fees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB54/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=54","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228736,"bill_number":"SB55","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for retention election of justices of the peace.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for retention election of justices of the peace.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB55/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=55","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228737,"bill_number":"SB56","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, making editorial changes by replacing the phrase \"justice of the peace\" with \"magisterial district judge.\"","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, making editorial changes by replacing the phrase \"justice of the peace\" with \"magisterial district judge.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB56/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=56","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228738,"bill_number":"SB57","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for qualifications of certain judges.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for qualifications of certain judges.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB57/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=57","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228739,"bill_number":"SB58","title":"Providing for the protection of victims of sexual violence, for duties of law enforcement agencies, for procedure and for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for the protection of victims of sexual violence, for duties of law enforcement agencies, for procedure and for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB58/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=58","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228740,"bill_number":"SB59","title":"In Judicial Conduct Board, providing for review of complaints, for criminal investigations and for target letters.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Judicial Conduct Board, providing for review of complaints, for criminal investigations and for target letters.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB59/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=59","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228741,"bill_number":"SB60","title":"Providing for a child-care tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a child-care tax credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB60/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=60","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228742,"bill_number":"SB61","title":"Authorizing the establishment of land bank programs and affordable housing programs with the approval of the electorate; providing for funding by proceeds from tax on the transfer of real property; and specifying the purposes of such programs.","description":"An Act authorizing the establishment of land bank programs and affordable housing programs with the approval of the electorate; providing for funding by proceeds from tax on the transfer of real property; and specifying the purposes of such programs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB61/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=61","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228743,"bill_number":"SB62","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for classes of income.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for classes of income.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB62/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=62","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228744,"bill_number":"SB63","title":"Establishing a Statewide program to support and guide public and private schools in this Commonwealth in the establishment of extended school day child-care programs for school-age children; defining eligibility; and further providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act establishing a Statewide program to support and guide public and private schools in this Commonwealth in the establishment of extended school day child-care programs for school-age children; defining eligibility; and further providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB63/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=63","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228745,"bill_number":"SB64","title":"In pupils and attendance, further providing for pupil transportation and liability insurance; and, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for payments on account of pupil transportation.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, further providing for pupil transportation and liability insurance; and, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for payments on account of pupil transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB64/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=64","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228746,"bill_number":"SB65","title":"In cigarette tax, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in cigarette tax, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB65/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=65","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":228747,"bill_number":"SB66","title":"In powers and duties of elected borough officials, further providing for powers of council, for salary of mayor limited, for general powers of mayor and for duties of mayor; and, in powers, duties and rights of appointed officers and employes, further providing for appointment, suspension, reduction, discharge powers and mayor to have control and for suspension by mayor.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, in powers and duties of elected borough officials, further providing for powers of council, for salary of mayor limited, for general powers of mayor and for duties of mayor; and, in powers, duties and rights of appointed officers and employes, further providing for appointment, suspension, reduction, discharge powers and mayor to have control and for suspension by mayor.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB66/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=66","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":228748,"bill_number":"SB67","title":"In commencement of proceedings, requiring municipal police department policies relating to strip and body cavity searches.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in commencement of proceedings, requiring municipal police department policies relating to strip and body cavity searches.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB67/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=67","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228749,"bill_number":"SB68","title":"In practice and procedure of Commonwealth agencies, further providing for the contents and service of adjudications.","description":"An Act amending Title 2 (Administrative Law and Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in practice and procedure of Commonwealth agencies, further providing for the contents and service of adjudications.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB68/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=68","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228750,"bill_number":"SB69","title":"In proceedings prior to petition to adopt, further providing for grounds for involuntary termination.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in proceedings prior to petition to adopt, further providing for grounds for involuntary termination.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB69/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=69","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228751,"bill_number":"SB70","title":"Providing for hotels; making editorial changes; and making repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 48 (Lodging and Housing) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for hotels; making editorial changes; and making repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB70/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=70","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228752,"bill_number":"SB71","title":"In other offenses, further providing for the offense of greyhound racing.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other offenses, further providing for the offense of greyhound racing.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Re-committed to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB71/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=71","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228753,"bill_number":"SB72","title":"In registration of vehicles, providing for multiple war veteran plate; and, in fees, further providing for exemption of persons, entities and vehicles from fees.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, providing for multiple war veteran plate; and, in fees, further providing for exemption of persons, entities and vehicles from fees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB72/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=72","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228754,"bill_number":"SB73","title":"In registration of vehicles, further providing for veteran plates and placard.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, further providing for veteran plates and placard.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB73/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=73","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228755,"bill_number":"SB74","title":"Extending the time during which applications may be filed for veterans' compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 11, 1947 (P.L.565, No.248), known as the World War II Veterans' Compensation Act, extending the time during which applications may be filed for veterans' compensation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 141","last_action_date":"2011-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB74/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=74","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228756,"bill_number":"SB75","title":"Extending the time period for filing applications for compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1957 (P.L.569, No.317), known as the Korean Conflict Veterans' Compensation Act, extending the time period for filing applications for compensation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB75/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=75","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228757,"bill_number":"SB76","title":"Extending the time period for filing applications for compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 18, 1968 (P.L.405, No.183), known as the Vietnam Conflict Veterans' Compensation Act, extending the time period for filing applications for compensation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB76/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=76","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228758,"bill_number":"SB77","title":"In Pennsylvania National Guard, providing for the National Guard Youth Challenge Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Pennsylvania National Guard, providing for the National Guard Youth Challenge Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB77/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=77","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228759,"bill_number":"SB78","title":"Providing for the rights of law enforcement officers concerning certain complaints and grievances.","description":"An Act providing for the rights of law enforcement officers concerning certain complaints and grievances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB78/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=78","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228760,"bill_number":"SB79","title":"In bases of jurisdiction and interstate and international procedure, providing for foreign depositions and subpoenas; and repealing provisions relating to foreign depositions.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in bases of jurisdiction and interstate and international procedure, providing for foreign depositions and subpoenas; and repealing provisions relating to foreign depositions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 183","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB79/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=79","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228761,"bill_number":"SB80","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Interstate Drug Interdiction and Enforcement Compact; providing for the form of the compact; and imposing additional powers and duties on the Governor and the Compact.","description":"An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Interstate Drug Interdiction and Enforcement Compact; providing for the form of the compact; and imposing additional powers and duties on the Governor and the Compact.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB80/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=80","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228762,"bill_number":"SB81","title":"In special damages, further providing for actions on insurance policies.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in special damages, further providing for actions on insurance policies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB81/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=81","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228763,"bill_number":"SB82","title":"In senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, in senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB82/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=82","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228764,"bill_number":"SB83","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Office for Faith-Based and Nonprofit Community Organizations and an advisory commission; and providing for their powers and duties.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Office for Faith-Based and Nonprofit Community Organizations and an advisory commission; and providing for their powers and duties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB83/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=83","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228765,"bill_number":"SB84","title":"Further providing for eligibility of scholarships.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 25, 1966 (1965 P.L.1546, No.541), referred to as the Higher Education Scholarship Law, further providing for eligibility of scholarships.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB84/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=84","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228766,"bill_number":"SB85","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for special tax provisions for poverty and for returns and liability.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for special tax provisions for poverty and for returns and liability.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB85/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=85","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228767,"bill_number":"SB86","title":"Further providing for dealing in proceeds of unlawful activities, for the unlawful disposition of motor vehicles and for investigation by police officers; and repealing the Motor Vehicle Chop Shop and Illegally Obtained and Altered Property Act.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for dealing in proceeds of unlawful activities, for the unlawful disposition of motor vehicles and for investigation by police officers; and repealing the Motor Vehicle Chop Shop and Illegally Obtained and Altered Property Act.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Act No. 203","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB86/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=86","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228768,"bill_number":"SB87","title":"In juries and jurors, further providing for exemptions from jury duty.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juries and jurors, further providing for exemptions from jury duty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB87/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=87","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228769,"bill_number":"SB88","title":"Extensively regulating unincorporated nonprofit associations in the areas of organic nature, structure, formation, alteration, management, participation, functions, liability and dissolution.","description":"An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, extensively regulating unincorporated nonprofit associations in the areas of organic nature, structure, formation, alteration, management, participation, functions, liability and dissolution.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB88/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=88","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228770,"bill_number":"SB89","title":"Amending the act of July 2, 1993 (P.L.345, No.48), entitled \"An act empowering the General Counsel or his designee to issue subpoenas for certain licensing board activities; providing for hearing examiners in the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs; providing additional powers to the Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs; and further providing for civil penalties and license suspension,\" further providing for definitions and for expungement of disciplinary records.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 2, 1993 (P.L.345, No.48), entitled \"An act empowering the General Counsel or his designee to issue subpoenas for certain licensing board activities; providing for hearing examiners in the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs; providing additional powers to the Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs; and further providing for civil penalties and license suspension,\" further providing for definitions and for expungement of disciplinary records.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB89/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=89","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228771,"bill_number":"SB90","title":"Further providing for vaccination required.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1986 (P.L.1610, No.181), known as the Rabies Prevention and Control in Domestic Animals and Wildlife Act, further providing for vaccination required.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB90/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=90","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228772,"bill_number":"SB91","title":"Providing for gas mineral rights lease agreement disclosure and indemnification.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, providing for gas mineral rights lease agreement disclosure and indemnification.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB91/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=91","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228773,"bill_number":"SB92","title":"Further defining \"unfair or deceptive acts or practices\"; and further providing for unlawful acts or practices.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further defining \"unfair or deceptive acts or practices\"; and further providing for unlawful acts or practices.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB92/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=92","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228774,"bill_number":"SB93","title":"Further providing for refusal to grant and revocation and suspension of licenses; and providing for the donation of unused prescription drugs.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 27, 1961 (P.L.1700, No.699), known as the Pharmacy Act, further providing for refusal to grant and revocation and suspension of licenses; and providing for the donation of unused prescription drugs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB93/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=93","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228775,"bill_number":"SB94","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of county boards of election.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for powers and duties of county boards of election.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB94/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=94","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228776,"bill_number":"SB95","title":"Further providing for short title and for definitions; and expanding the scope of the act to include boats.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 28, 1984 (P.L.150, No.28), known as the Automobile Lemon Law, further providing for short title and for definitions; and expanding the scope of the act to include boats.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB95/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=95","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228777,"bill_number":"SB96","title":"In will, further providing for rules of interpretation; in dispositions independent of letters, family exemption, probate of wills and grant of letters, providing for submission to jurisdiction; in administration and personal representatives, further providing for continuation of business and for incorporation of estate's business; in accounts and distribution, further providing for determination of title to decedent's interest in real estate; in health care, further providing for definitions, for authority of health care agent and for relation of health care agent to court-appointed guardian and other agents; in powers of attorney, further providing for general provisions, for special rules for gifts, for form of power of attorney, for implementation of power of attorney, for durable powers of attorney and for account; providing for investigation of financial abuse and mismanagement, for jurisdiction and venue and for principles of law and equity; in estates, further providing for release or disclaimer of powers or interests; in estates, providing for release of powers and interests and disclaimer of powers; providing for powers of appointment; in trusts, further providing for nonjudicial settlement agreements - UTC 111, for representation of parties in interest in general, for division of trusts, for claims and distribution after settlor's death, for resignation of trustee and filing resignation, for duty to inform and report and for powers, duties and liabilities identical with personal representatives; codifying provisions of the Charitable Instruments Act of 1971; in principal and income, further providing for charitable trusts; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in will, further providing for rules of interpretation; in dispositions independent of letters, family exemption, probate of wills and grant of letters, providing for submission to jurisdiction; in administration and personal representatives, further providing for continuation of business and for incorporation of estate's business; in accounts and distribution, further providing for determination of title to decedent's interest in real estate; in health care, further providing for definitions, for authority of health care agent and for relation of health care agent to court-appointed guardian and other agents; in powers of attorney, further providing for general provisions, for special rules for gifts, for form of power of attorney, for implementation of power of attorney, for durable powers of attorney and for account; providing for investigation of financial abuse and mismanagement, for jurisdiction and venue and for principles of law and equity; in estates, further providing for release or disclaimer of powers or interests; in estates, providing for release of powers and interests and disclaimer of powers; providing for powers of appointment; in trusts, further providing for nonjudicial settlement agreements - UTC 111, for representation of parties in interest in general, for division of trusts, for claims and distribution after settlor's death, for resignation of trustee and filing resignation, for duty to inform and report and for powers, duties and liabilities identical with personal representatives; codifying provisions of the Charitable Instruments Act of 1971; in principal and income, further providing for charitable trusts; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB96/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=96","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228778,"bill_number":"SB97","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for classes of income.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for classes of income.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB97/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=97","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228779,"bill_number":"SB98","title":"Imposing limitations on credit blocking by the retail industry and providers of travel services; establishing a ceiling amount on the amount of credit allowed to block; prescribing a fixed time period to block a certain amount in a consumer's account or line of credit; and providing for enforcement.","description":"An Act imposing limitations on credit blocking by the retail industry and providers of travel services; establishing a ceiling amount on the amount of credit allowed to block; prescribing a fixed time period to block a certain amount in a consumer's account or line of credit; and providing for enforcement.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB98/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=98","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228780,"bill_number":"SB99","title":"In sentencing, further providing for sentence for murder and murder of unborn child.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in sentencing, further providing for sentence for murder and murder of unborn child.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB99/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=99","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228781,"bill_number":"SB100","title":"In burglary and other criminal intrusion, further providing for the offense of burglary; in other offenses, further providing for drug trafficking sentencing and penalties; in Pennsylvania Commission on Sentencing, further providing for powers and duties and for publication of guidelines; in sentencing, further providing for sentences for second and subsequent offenses; in sentencing, providing for sentencing for certain paroled offenders; in sentencing, further providing for sentencing generally, for disposition under guilty but mentally ill, for partial confinement, for total confinement and for proceedings and location; in sentencing, providing for court-imposed sanctions for offenders violating probation; in county intermediate punishment, further providing for definitions and for programs; in correctional institutions administration, further providing for drug distribution definitions; in inmate confinement visitation, further providing for Gubernatorial visitors, for official visitors and for rights of official visitors; in inmate confinement prerelease plans, further providing for establishment of prerelease centers, for prerelease plan for inmates, for regulations and for compensation of inmates; in inmate confinement motivational boot camps, further providing for definitions and for selection of inmate participants; in inmate confinement State intermediate punishment, further providing for definitions and for referral to State intermediate punishment program; in inmate confinement recidivism risk reduction incentive, further providing for definitions; in inmate confinement community corrections facilities, further providing for definitions; in inmate confinement, providing for safe community reentry and for community corrections centers and community corrections facilities; in probation and parole administration, further providing for certain offenders residing in group-based homes, for administrative powers over parolees, for general court criteria for parole, for parole power, for parole violation and for parole procedure; in probation and parole administration, providing for early parole subject to Federal order; making a related repeal; and abrogating regulations.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in burglary and other criminal intrusion, further providing for the offense of burglary; in other offenses, further providing for drug trafficking sentencing and penalties; in Pennsylvania Commission on Sentencing, further providing for powers and duties and for publication of guidelines; in sentencing, further providing for sentences for second and subsequent offenses; in sentencing, providing for sentencing for certain paroled offenders; in sentencing, further providing for sentencing generally, for disposition under guilty but mentally ill, for partial confinement, for total confinement and for proceedings and location; in sentencing, providing for court-imposed sanctions for offenders violating probation; in county intermediate punishment, further providing for definitions and for programs; in correctional institutions administration, further providing for drug distribution definitions; in inmate confinement visitation, further providing for Gubernatorial visitors, for official visitors and for rights of official visitors; in inmate confinement prerelease plans, further providing for establishment of prerelease centers, for prerelease plan for inmates, for regulations and for compensation of inmates; in inmate confinement motivational boot camps, further providing for definitions and for selection of inmate participants; in inmate confinement State intermediate punishment, further providing for definitions and for referral to State intermediate punishment program; in inmate confinement recidivism risk reduction incentive, further providing for definitions; in inmate confinement community corrections facilities, further providing for definitions; in inmate confinement, providing for safe community reentry and for community corrections centers and community corrections facilities; in probation and parole administration, further providing for certain offenders residing in group-based homes, for administrative powers over parolees, for general court criteria for parole, for parole power, for parole violation and for parole procedure; in probation and parole administration, providing for early parole subject to Federal order; making a related repeal; and abrogating regulations.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 122","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB100/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=100","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228782,"bill_number":"SB103","title":"Providing for banning bonuses provided to employees of Commonwealth agencies.","description":"An Act providing for banning bonuses provided to employees of Commonwealth agencies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB103/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=103","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":228783,"bill_number":"SB104","title":"Providing for State-owned vehicle use and for reporting of vehicle use.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, providing for State-owned vehicle use and for reporting of vehicle use.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB104/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=104","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":228784,"bill_number":"SB105","title":"Providing for the establishment of a searchable budget database-driven Internet website detailing certain information concerning taxpayer expenditures and investments.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment of a searchable budget database-driven Internet website detailing certain information concerning taxpayer expenditures and investments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Re-referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB105/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=105","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":228785,"bill_number":"SB106","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for a limitation on the length of session.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for a limitation on the length of session.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB106/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=106","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":228786,"bill_number":"SB109","title":"Requiring certain notification in certain advertising.","description":"An Act requiring certain notification in certain advertising.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB109/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=109","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":228787,"bill_number":"SB112","title":"In the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, further providing for parks.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 28, 1995 (P.L.89, No.18), known as the Conservation and Natural Resources Act, in the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, further providing for parks.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB112/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=112","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228788,"bill_number":"SB113","title":"In Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, further providing for rivers conservation; and establishing the Water Recreation Advisory Board.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 28, 1995 (P.L.89, No.18), known as the Conservation and Natural Resources Act, in Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, further providing for rivers conservation; and establishing the Water Recreation Advisory Board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB113/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=113","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228789,"bill_number":"SB115","title":"Providing for assisted outpatient treatment programs.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 1976 (P.L.817, No.143), known as the Mental Health Procedures Act, providing for assisted outpatient treatment programs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB115/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=115","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228790,"bill_number":"SB116","title":"Providing for funding to certain hospitals in sixth, seventh and eighth class counties; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act providing for funding to certain hospitals in sixth, seventh and eighth class counties; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB116/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=116","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":228791,"bill_number":"SB117","title":"Further providing for the offense of carrying a false identification card.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of carrying a false identification card.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB117/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=117","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":228792,"bill_number":"SB118","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.789, No.285), known as The Insurance Department Act of 1921, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB118/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=118","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":228793,"bill_number":"SB119","title":"Providing for an intergenerational family care pilot program which seeks to aid persons who are not the biological or adoptive parents in raising children; and providing a model for a possible full-scale intergenerational family care program.","description":"An Act providing for an intergenerational family care pilot program which seeks to aid persons who are not the biological or adoptive parents in raising children; and providing a model for a possible full-scale intergenerational family care program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB119/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=119","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":228794,"bill_number":"SB120","title":"Further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB120/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=120","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":228795,"bill_number":"SB121","title":"Prohibiting the establishment of an Internet website to publish the names or identities of individuals who have cooperated in a criminal investigation.","description":"An Act prohibiting the establishment of an Internet website to publish the names or identities of individuals who have cooperated in a criminal investigation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB121/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=121","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":228796,"bill_number":"SB122","title":"Providing for nutrition labeling of fast foods.","description":"An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for nutrition labeling of fast foods.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB122/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=122","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":228797,"bill_number":"SB125","title":"Providing for liability for false claims, for adoption of Congressional intent of the Federal False Claims Act, for treble damages, costs and civil penalties, for powers of the Attorney General and for qui tam actions.","description":"An Act providing for liability for false claims, for adoption of Congressional intent of the Federal False Claims Act, for treble damages, costs and civil penalties, for powers of the Attorney General and for qui tam actions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB125/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=125","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":228798,"bill_number":"SB126","title":"Providing for use of credit history of insureds; and further providing for penalties imposed by Insurance Department.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.789, No.285), known as The Insurance Department Act of 1921, providing for use of credit history of insureds; and further providing for penalties imposed by Insurance Department.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB126/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=126","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":228799,"bill_number":"SB127","title":"Providing for hydraulic fracturing chemicals and surface impoundments and for hydraulic fracture fluids monitoring.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, providing for hydraulic fracturing chemicals and surface impoundments and for hydraulic fracture fluids monitoring.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB127/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=127","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":228800,"bill_number":"SB129","title":"A Supplement to the act of June 12,1931 (P.L.575, No.200), entitled \"An act providing for joint action by Pennsylvania and New Jersey in the development of the ports on the lower Delaware River, and the improvement of the facilities for transportation across the river; authorizing the Governor, for these purposes, to enter into an agreement with New Jersey; creating The Delaware River Joint Commission and specifying the powers and duties thereof, including the power to finance projects by the issuance of revenue bonds; transferring to the new commission all the powers of the Delaware River Bridge Joint Commission; and making an appropriation,\" further providing for the appointment of commissioners; providing for prohibited activity for commissioners, officers and directors; and further providing for the powers and duties of the commission and for definitions.","description":"A Supplement to the act of June 12,1931 (P.L.575, No.200), entitled \"An act providing for joint action by Pennsylvania and New Jersey in the development of the ports on the lower Delaware River, and the improvement of the facilities for transportation across the river; authorizing the Governor, for these purposes, to enter into an agreement with New Jersey; creating The Delaware River Joint Commission and specifying the powers and duties thereof, including the power to finance projects by the issuance of revenue bonds; transferring to the new commission all the powers of the Delaware River Bridge Joint Commission; and making an appropriation,\" further providing for the appointment of commissioners; providing for prohibited activity for commissioners, officers and directors; and further providing for the powers and duties of the commission and for definitions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 2357","last_action_date":"2012-08-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB129/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=129","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":228801,"bill_number":"SB131","title":"Further providing for persons qualified to solemnize marriages.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for persons qualified to solemnize marriages.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB131/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=131","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":228802,"bill_number":"SB132","title":"In inspection of vehicles, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inspection of vehicles, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB132/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=132","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228803,"bill_number":"SB133","title":"Providing for the prevention, detection, treatment and follow-up of cases of hepatitis B among State and local law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, ambulance attendants, first responders and health professionals.","description":"An Act providing for the prevention, detection, treatment and follow-up of cases of hepatitis B among State and local law enforcement officers, firefighters, paramedics, emergency medical technicians, ambulance attendants, first responders and health professionals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB133/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=133","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228804,"bill_number":"SB134","title":"In accidents and accident reports, further establishing a duty to stop vehicles at accident scenes; providing an exception from the duty for emergency vehicles; and prescribing a penalty.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in accidents and accident reports, further establishing a duty to stop vehicles at accident scenes; providing an exception from the duty for emergency vehicles; and prescribing a penalty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB134/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=134","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228805,"bill_number":"SB135","title":"In educational support services and educational assistance programs, further providing for payment of educational support services grants.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in educational support services and educational assistance programs, further providing for payment of educational support services grants.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB135/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=135","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228806,"bill_number":"SB136","title":"Exempting continuing care retirement communities from the medical assistance bed approval process and allowing nursing facilities operated by continuing care retirement communities to obtain medical assistance certified beds under limited terms and conditions.","description":"An Act exempting continuing care retirement communities from the medical assistance bed approval process and allowing nursing facilities operated by continuing care retirement communities to obtain medical assistance certified beds under limited terms and conditions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB136/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=136","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228807,"bill_number":"SB137","title":"Providing for restroom access for certain customers of retail establishments and for a penalty.","description":"An Act providing for restroom access for certain customers of retail establishments and for a penalty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB137/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=137","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228808,"bill_number":"SB138","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for classes of income and for spousal income tax returns; and abrogating regulations.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for classes of income and for spousal income tax returns; and abrogating regulations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB138/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=138","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228809,"bill_number":"SB139","title":"In pupils and attendance, further providing for excuses from attending school; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, further providing for excuses from attending school; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB139/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=139","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228810,"bill_number":"SB140","title":"Providing tax credits for services and equipment donated to colleges and school entities.","description":"An Act providing tax credits for services and equipment donated to colleges and school entities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB140/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=140","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228811,"bill_number":"SB141","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB141/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=141","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228812,"bill_number":"SB142","title":"In Department of Aging, further providing for powers and duties in general.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in Department of Aging, further providing for powers and duties in general.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB142/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=142","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228813,"bill_number":"SB143","title":"In accidents and accident reports, further providing for the offenses of accidents involving death or personal injury and for accidents involving damage to attended vehicle or property; and providing for the offense of leaving scene of accident.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in accidents and accident reports, further providing for the offenses of accidents involving death or personal injury and for accidents involving damage to attended vehicle or property; and providing for the offense of leaving scene of accident.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB143/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=143","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228814,"bill_number":"SB144","title":"In Department of Health, providing for Alzheimer's disease programs.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in Department of Health, providing for Alzheimer's disease programs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB144/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=144","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228815,"bill_number":"SB145","title":"In operation of vehicles, further providing for drivers of emergency vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in operation of vehicles, further providing for drivers of emergency vehicles.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB145/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=145","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228816,"bill_number":"SB146","title":"In duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for kindergartens.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for kindergartens.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB146/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=146","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228817,"bill_number":"SB147","title":"In seller disclosures, further providing for real estate seller disclosure form.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in seller disclosures, further providing for real estate seller disclosure form.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB147/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=147","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228818,"bill_number":"SB148","title":"Requiring the disclosure of flood history to lessees of residential real property.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, requiring the disclosure of flood history to lessees of residential real property.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB148/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=148","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228819,"bill_number":"SB149","title":"Further providing for general powers of board.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for general powers of board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB149/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=149","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228820,"bill_number":"SB150","title":"Providing for the regulation of service contracts and for powers and duties of the Insurance Commissioner; and imposing a civil penalty.","description":"An Act providing for the regulation of service contracts and for powers and duties of the Insurance Commissioner; and imposing a civil penalty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB150/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=150","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228821,"bill_number":"SB151","title":"Further providing for disposition of fees, fines and civil penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 8, 1960 (1959 P.L.2119, No.787), known as the Air Pollution Control Act, further providing for disposition of fees, fines and civil penalties.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 57","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB151/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=151","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":228822,"bill_number":"SB152","title":"Further providing for definitions, for financial assistance and for annual report.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 1, 1988 (P.L.82, No.16), known as the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority Act, further providing for definitions, for financial assistance and for annual report.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB152/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=152","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":228823,"bill_number":"SB153","title":"Providing for the reduction of energy use in State buildings, for energy efficiency and the State motor vehicle fleet and for other energy efficiency and procurement; establishing the Interagency Task Force on Energy and providing for its powers and duties; and providing for recognition of efforts to improve State energy efficiency and for reporting.","description":"An Act providing for the reduction of energy use in State buildings, for energy efficiency and the State motor vehicle fleet and for other energy efficiency and procurement; establishing the Interagency Task Force on Energy and providing for its powers and duties; and providing for recognition of efforts to improve State energy efficiency and for reporting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB153/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=153","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":228824,"bill_number":"SB154","title":"Providing for the collection and banking of placental and umbilical cord blood for therapeutic transplantation and research.","description":"An Act providing for the collection and banking of placental and umbilical cord blood for therapeutic transplantation and research.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB154/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=154","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":228825,"bill_number":"SB155","title":"Further providing for securing loads in vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for securing loads in vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-07","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB155/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=155","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":228826,"bill_number":"SB156","title":"Further providing for driving on right side of roadway, for overtaking vehicle on the left, for no-passing zones, for driving on roadways laned for traffic, for required position and method of turning and for minimum speed regulation.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for driving on right side of roadway, for overtaking vehicle on the left, for no-passing zones, for driving on roadways laned for traffic, for required position and method of turning and for minimum speed regulation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 358","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB156/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=156","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":228827,"bill_number":"SR6","title":"Directing the Joint State Government Commission to establish a bipartisan task force and an advisory committee to conduct a study of capital punishment in this Commonwealth and to report their findings and recommendations.","description":"A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to establish a bipartisan task force and an advisory committee to conduct a study of capital punishment in this Commonwealth and to report their findings and recommendations.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR6/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=6","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228828,"bill_number":"SR8","title":"Directing the Joint State Government Commission to study the issue of violent crime, to establish an advisory committee to review proposals that address the issue of violent crime and to report to the Senate with its findings and recommendations.","description":"A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to study the issue of violent crime, to establish an advisory committee to review proposals that address the issue of violent crime and to report to the Senate with its findings and recommendations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR8/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=8","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":228829,"bill_number":"SR9","title":"Claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over certain powers, serving notice to the Federal Government to cease and desist certain mandates; providing that certain Federal legislation be prohibited or repealed and directing distribution.","description":"A Resolution claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over certain powers, serving notice to the Federal Government to cease and desist certain mandates; providing that certain Federal legislation be prohibited or repealed and directing distribution.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR9/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=9","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":228830,"bill_number":"SR10","title":"Establishing principles for technology strategies and broadband mobilization and maximizing Federal and State money for implementing these strategies.","description":"A Resolution establishing principles for technology strategies and broadband mobilization and maximizing Federal and State money for implementing these strategies.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR10/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=10","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":230752,"bill_number":"SB3","title":"Providing for compliance with Federal health care legislation.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for compliance with Federal health care legislation.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB3/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=3","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":230753,"bill_number":"SB23","title":"In insurance, further providing for medical professional liability insurance.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, in insurance, further providing for medical professional liability insurance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-14","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-14","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB23/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=23","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":230754,"bill_number":"SB24","title":"In insurance, further providing for Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, in insurance, further providing for Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-14","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-14","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB24/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=24","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":230755,"bill_number":"SB111","title":"In kidnapping, further providing for missing children; providing for a clearinghouse for missing children; and imposing powers and duties on the Pennsylvania State Police, school districts and parents.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in kidnapping, further providing for missing children; providing for a clearinghouse for missing children; and imposing powers and duties on the Pennsylvania State Police, school districts and parents.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-14","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-01-14","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB111/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=111","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":230756,"bill_number":"SB114","title":"In safety and anti-pollution equipment, further providing for windshield obstructions and wipers.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in safety and anti-pollution equipment, further providing for windshield obstructions and wipers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-14","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB114/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=114","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":230757,"bill_number":"SB123","title":"Further providing for definition, for reporting, for contents of report and for copies and posting.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, further providing for definition, for reporting, for contents of report and for copies and posting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB123/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=123","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":234113,"bill_number":"HB96","title":"Providing for a nonbinding Statewide referendum relating to convening a limited constitutional convention on the structure and function of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act providing for a nonbinding Statewide referendum relating to convening a limited constitutional convention on the structure and function of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB96/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=96","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":234114,"bill_number":"HB97","title":"In responsible utility customer protection, further providing for termination of utility service.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in responsible utility customer protection, further providing for termination of utility service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB97/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=97","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":234115,"bill_number":"HB98","title":"Further providing for special registration plates generally and for personal registration plates; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for special registration plates generally and for personal registration plates; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-02-07","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB98/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=98","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":234116,"bill_number":"HB99","title":"Repealing credit provisions relating to license suspension for certain purposes.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, repealing credit provisions relating to license suspension for certain purposes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB99/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=99","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":234117,"bill_number":"HB101","title":"Excluding the purchase price of electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles and zero emission vehicles from the sales and use tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, excluding the purchase price of electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles and zero emission vehicles from the sales and use tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB101/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=101","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":234118,"bill_number":"HB102","title":"Further providing for civil penalties for gas pipeline safety violations.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for civil penalties for gas pipeline safety violations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB102/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=102","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":234119,"bill_number":"HB103","title":"In lobbying disclosure, further providing for prohibited activities and for penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in lobbying disclosure, further providing for prohibited activities and for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB103/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=103","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":234120,"bill_number":"HB104","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"public body\" and for penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 12, 1986 (P.L.1559, No.169), known as the Whistleblower Law, further providing for the definition of \"public body\" and for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB104/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=104","sponsor":"Marc Gergely"},
{"bill_id":234121,"bill_number":"HB105","title":"Further providing for the definitions of \"employee\" and \"employer,\" for protection of employees, for enforcement and for penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 12, 1986 (P.L.1559, No.169), known as the Whistleblower Law, further providing for the definitions of \"employee\" and \"employer,\" for protection of employees, for enforcement and for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB105/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=105","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":234122,"bill_number":"HB106","title":"Requiring owners and lessors of real property contaminated by methamphetamines to disclose the contamination to purchasers, lessees and transferees; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Environmental Protection and for enforcement; and establishing civil immunity for real estate professionals under certain circumstances.","description":"An Act requiring owners and lessors of real property contaminated by methamphetamines to disclose the contamination to purchasers, lessees and transferees; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Environmental Protection and for enforcement; and establishing civil immunity for real estate professionals under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB106/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=106","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":234123,"bill_number":"HB107","title":"Further providing for competitive sealed proposals.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for competitive sealed proposals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB107/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=107","sponsor":"George Dunbar"},
{"bill_id":234124,"bill_number":"HB108","title":"In general provisions, providing for public access to procurement information.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, providing for public access to procurement information.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB108/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=108","sponsor":"Glen Grell"},
{"bill_id":234125,"bill_number":"HB110","title":"Providing for direct shipment of wine to certain consumers.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, providing for direct shipment of wine to certain consumers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB110/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=110","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":234126,"bill_number":"HB137","title":"Changing provisions relating to school terms and sessions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, changing provisions relating to school terms and sessions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Re-referred to TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"Tourism & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB137/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=137","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":234127,"bill_number":"HB138","title":"Further providing for filling of vacancies.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for filling of vacancies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB138/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=138","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":234128,"bill_number":"HB139","title":"Further providing for distress in school districts of the first class; providing for State reimbursement for mobile classroom facilities; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class; providing for State reimbursement for mobile classroom facilities; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB139/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=139","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":234129,"bill_number":"HB140","title":"Establishing the Methadone Death and Incident Review Team and providing for its powers and duties; and imposing a penalty.","description":"An Act establishing the Methadone Death and Incident Review Team and providing for its powers and duties; and imposing a penalty.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 148","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB140/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=140","sponsor":"Gene DiGirolamo"},
{"bill_id":234130,"bill_number":"HB141","title":"Further providing for sliding scale of rates and adjustments.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sliding scale of rates and adjustments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB141/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=141","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":234131,"bill_number":"HB142","title":"Providing for incentives for municipal volunteers of fire companies and emergency medical services agencies.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for incentives for municipal volunteers of fire companies and emergency medical services agencies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB142/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=142","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":234132,"bill_number":"HB145","title":"Designating State Route 18 in Big Beaver Borough, Beaver County, as the \"Vietnam Veterans of America Memorial Highway.\"","description":"An Act designating State Route 18 in Big Beaver Borough, Beaver County, as the \"Vietnam Veterans of America Memorial Highway.\"","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 36","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB145/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=145","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":234133,"bill_number":"HB146","title":"In rules of the road in general, prohibiting interactive wireless communications devices and prohibiting use of interactive wireless communications devices by junior drivers; further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors, for duty of driver in emergency response areas and for the offense of careless driving; establishing the Driver Distraction Awareness Fund; and providing for additional duties of the Department of Transportation.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rules of the road in general, prohibiting interactive wireless communications devices and prohibiting use of interactive wireless communications devices by junior drivers; further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors, for duty of driver in emergency response areas and for the offense of careless driving; establishing the Driver Distraction Awareness Fund; and providing for additional duties of the Department of Transportation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB146/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=146","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":234134,"bill_number":"HB147","title":"Prohibiting the use of full Social Security numbers on State forms.","description":"An Act prohibiting the use of full Social Security numbers on State forms.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB147/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=147","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234135,"bill_number":"HB148","title":"Further providing for definitions, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, for sale of malt or brewed beverages by liquor licensees, for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses, for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales, storage, etc., for retail dispensers' restrictions on purchases and sales, for malt or brewed beverages manufactured outside this Commonwealth, for brand registration, for limiting number of retail licenses to be issued in each county, for licenses not assignable and transfers, for revocation and suspension of licenses and fines, for local option, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees and for limited wineries.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for definitions, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, for sale of malt or brewed beverages by liquor licensees, for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses, for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales, storage, etc., for retail dispensers' restrictions on purchases and sales, for malt or brewed beverages manufactured outside this Commonwealth, for brand registration, for limiting number of retail licenses to be issued in each county, for licenses not assignable and transfers, for revocation and suspension of licenses and fines, for local option, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees and for limited wineries.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Act No. 11","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB148/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=148","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234136,"bill_number":"HB149","title":"Further providing for veteran plates and placard; and providing for issuance of \"In God We Trust\" registration plates.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for veteran plates and placard; and providing for issuance of \"In God We Trust\" registration plates.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-03-05","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB149/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=149","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234137,"bill_number":"HB152","title":"In departmental powers and duties as to licensing, further providing for application for registration certificate, for issuance of registration certificate and for records; providing for disclosure; and further providing for emergency closure.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in departmental powers and duties as to licensing, further providing for application for registration certificate, for issuance of registration certificate and for records; providing for disclosure; and further providing for emergency closure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Re-referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB152/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=152","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234138,"bill_number":"HB154","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"income\"; and providing for the definition of \"Social Security substitute pension.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for the definition of \"income\"; and providing for the definition of \"Social Security substitute pension.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB154/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=154","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234139,"bill_number":"HB155","title":"Providing for nonpayment of prisoners during a budget impasse.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for nonpayment of prisoners during a budget impasse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB155/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=155","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234140,"bill_number":"HB156","title":"Further providing for the registered gross weight limit of certain registration plates, in fees, further providing for annual hauling permits; further providing for use and display of illuminated signs; in excessive size and weight permits, providing for permits to move eggs; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the registered gross weight limit of certain registration plates, in fees, further providing for annual hauling permits; further providing for use and display of illuminated signs; in excessive size and weight permits, providing for permits to move eggs; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB156/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=156","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234141,"bill_number":"HB157","title":"In powers and duties of Department of General Services and its departmental administrative and advisory boards and commissions, providing for assignment of Commonwealth automotive fleet vehicles.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in powers and duties of Department of General Services and its departmental administrative and advisory boards and commissions, providing for assignment of Commonwealth automotive fleet vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB157/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=157","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234142,"bill_number":"HB158","title":"Further providing for lighted head lamps in work zones.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for lighted head lamps in work zones.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB158/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=158","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234143,"bill_number":"HB159","title":"Further providing for general powers of board.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for general powers of board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB159/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=159","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234144,"bill_number":"HB160","title":"Further providing for when sales may be made at Pennsylvania liquor stores.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for when sales may be made at Pennsylvania liquor stores.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB160/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=160","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234145,"bill_number":"HB161","title":"Further providing for registration of sexual offenders.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for registration of sexual offenders.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB161/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=161","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234146,"bill_number":"HB162","title":"Further providing for the offense of invasion of privacy.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of invasion of privacy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB162/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=162","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":234147,"bill_number":"HB176","title":"Further providing for schedules of controlled substances.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for schedules of controlled substances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB176/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=176","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":234148,"bill_number":"HR14","title":"Congratulating Penn Manor's rocket team on its national and international competition victories.","description":"A Resolution congratulating Penn Manor's rocket team on its national and international competition victories.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR14/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=14","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":234149,"bill_number":"HR15","title":"Congratulating the Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce on the 125th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce on the 125th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR15/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=15","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":234150,"bill_number":"HR16","title":"Memorializing Congress to address concerns raised by security screening methods employed by the Transportation Security Administration.","description":"A Resolution memorializing Congress to address concerns raised by security screening methods employed by the Transportation Security Administration.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR16/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=16","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":234151,"bill_number":"HR17","title":"Recognizing February 7, 2011, as \"National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing February 7, 2011, as \"National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR17/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=17","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":234152,"bill_number":"HR18","title":"Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to the tragic shooting in Tucson, Arizona, on January 8, 2011.","description":"A Resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives with respect to the tragic shooting in Tucson, Arizona, on January 8, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR18/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=18","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":234153,"bill_number":"HR19","title":"Observing the week of January 23 through 29, 2011, as \"Nurse Anesthetists Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing the week of January 23 through 29, 2011, as \"Nurse Anesthetists Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR19/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=19","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":234154,"bill_number":"HR20","title":"Recognizing the month of January 2011 as \"Cervical Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of January 2011 as \"Cervical Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR20/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=20","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":234155,"bill_number":"HR21","title":"Providing for the appointment of members to the Standing Committees of the House of Representatives.","description":"A Resolution providing for the appointment of members to the Standing Committees of the House of Representatives.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR21/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=21","sponsor":"Richard Geist"},
{"bill_id":234156,"bill_number":"HR22","title":"Designating January 2011 as \"School Director Recognition Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating January 2011 as \"School Director Recognition Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR22/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=22","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":234157,"bill_number":"HR23","title":"Designating February 6, 2011, as \"Ronald Reagan Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating February 6, 2011, as \"Ronald Reagan Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR23/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=23","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":234158,"bill_number":"HR24","title":"Declaring March 2011 as \"American Red Cross Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution declaring March 2011 as \"American Red Cross Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR24/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=24","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":234159,"bill_number":"HR25","title":"Celebrating the success of the Hershey Bears 2009-2010 hockey team in winning the American Hockey League Championship on June 14, 2010, and bringing the Calder Cup to Hershey for the unprecedented 11th time in American Hockey League history.","description":"A Resolution celebrating the success of the Hershey Bears 2009-2010 hockey team in winning the American Hockey League Championship on June 14, 2010, and bringing the Calder Cup to Hershey for the unprecedented 11th time in American Hockey League history.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR25/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=25","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":234160,"bill_number":"SB2","title":"Amending provisions relating to comparative negligence.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, amending provisions relating to comparative negligence.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-18","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 456","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB2/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=2","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":234161,"bill_number":"SB9","title":"Requiring identification of lawful presence in the United States as a prerequisite to the receipt of public benefits.","description":"An Act requiring identification of lawful presence in the United States as a prerequisite to the receipt of public benefits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Re-reported on concurrence, as committed","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB9/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=9","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":234162,"bill_number":"SB101","title":"Further providing for a penalty.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for a penalty.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 56","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB101/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=101","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":234163,"bill_number":"SB107","title":"Further providing for prohibited activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for prohibited activities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB107/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=107","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":234164,"bill_number":"SB124","title":"Further providing for the compensation of members of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for the compensation of members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB124/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=124","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":234165,"bill_number":"SB128","title":"Prohibiting employers from using consumer reports under certain circumstances; and providing for enforcement.","description":"An Act prohibiting employers from using consumer reports under certain circumstances; and providing for enforcement.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-18","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-18","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB128/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=128","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":234166,"bill_number":"SB130","title":"Providing for provision of decedent's life insurance information to a licensed funeral director; and imposing a duty on the Insurance Department.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for provision of decedent's life insurance information to a licensed funeral director; and imposing a duty on the Insurance Department.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-18","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-18","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB130/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=130","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":234167,"bill_number":"SB157","title":"Establishing a task force within the Department of Education, providing for its powers and duties and providing for administrative support.","description":"An Act establishing a task force within the Department of Education, providing for its powers and duties and providing for administrative support.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 123","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB157/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=157","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":234168,"bill_number":"SB158","title":"Further providing for procedure for obtaining an exemption.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1986 (P.L.1693, No.202), known as the New Home Construction Local Tax Abatement Act, further providing for procedure for obtaining an exemption.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-18","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB158/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=158","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":234169,"bill_number":"SB159","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children; providing for the form and enforcement of the compact; imposing additional powers and duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the compact commissioner; and establishing the State Council on Interstate Educational Opportunity for Military Children.","description":"An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children; providing for the form and enforcement of the compact; imposing additional powers and duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the compact commissioner; and establishing the State Council on Interstate Educational Opportunity for Military Children.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-02","last_action":"Act No. 6","last_action_date":"2012-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB159/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=159","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":234170,"bill_number":"SB160","title":"Further providing for table game taxes.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for table game taxes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB160/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=160","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":234171,"bill_number":"SB162","title":"Further providing for notification of breach; and providing for investigation of breach involving a state agency, for investigation of breach involving a county, school district or municipality and for individuals responsible for breach.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 22, 2005 (P.L.474, No.94), known as the Breach of Personal Information Notification Act, further providing for notification of breach; and providing for investigation of breach involving a state agency, for investigation of breach involving a county, school district or municipality and for individuals responsible for breach.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB162/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=162","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":234172,"bill_number":"SB163","title":"Designating a bridge on that portion of State Route 0006 over the Lackawaxen River, Honesdale Borough, Wayne County, as the Brigadier General Richard J. Tallman Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge on that portion of State Route 0006 over the Lackawaxen River, Honesdale Borough, Wayne County, as the Brigadier General Richard J. Tallman Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 58","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB163/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=163","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":234173,"bill_number":"SB164","title":"Further providing for Schedule I controlled substances.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for Schedule I controlled substances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB164/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=164","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":234174,"bill_number":"SB165","title":"Further providing for issuance and content of driver's license.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for issuance and content of driver's license.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB165/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=165","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":234175,"bill_number":"SB166","title":"Providing for inmate postage policies.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for inmate postage policies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB166/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=166","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":234176,"bill_number":"SB167","title":"Further providing for license assignability and transfer.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for license assignability and transfer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB167/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=167","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":234177,"bill_number":"SB168","title":"Further providing for automated teller machines.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for automated teller machines.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB168/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=168","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":234178,"bill_number":"SB193","title":"In health and accident insurance, providing for insurance coverage for infertility treatment services.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in health and accident insurance, providing for insurance coverage for infertility treatment services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB193/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=193","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":234179,"bill_number":"SB194","title":"In proceedings prior to petition to adopt, further providing for grounds for involuntary termination.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in proceedings prior to petition to adopt, further providing for grounds for involuntary termination.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB194/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=194","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":234180,"bill_number":"SB195","title":"Further providing for statutes of limitations for certain offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for statutes of limitations for certain offenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB195/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=195","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":234181,"bill_number":"SB196","title":"Further providing for limitations on civil actions based on certain assaults.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for limitations on civil actions based on certain assaults.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB196/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=196","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":234182,"bill_number":"SB197","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1978 (P.L.752, No.140), known as the Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB197/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=197","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":234183,"bill_number":"SB198","title":"Further providing for drug-free school zones.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for drug-free school zones.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB198/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=198","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":234184,"bill_number":"SB199","title":"Designating a portion of Interstate 78 in Berks County as the CMSgt. Richard L. Etchberger Memorial Highway.","description":"An Act designating a portion of Interstate 78 in Berks County as the CMSgt. Richard L. Etchberger Memorial Highway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-05-27","last_action":"Act No. 4","last_action_date":"2011-05-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB199/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=199","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":234185,"bill_number":"SB201","title":"In health and accident insurance, providing for coverage of prescriptions.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in health and accident insurance, providing for coverage of prescriptions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-11-01","last_action":"Act No. 207","last_action_date":"2012-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB201/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=201","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":234186,"bill_number":"SB202","title":"Further providing for certificates qualifying persons to teach and for kinds of State certificates; and providing for postbaccalaureate certification.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for certificates qualifying persons to teach and for kinds of State certificates; and providing for postbaccalaureate certification.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB202/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=202","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":234187,"bill_number":"SB203","title":"Further providing for duties of public institutions of higher education and for the Transfer and Articulation Oversight Committee; providing for participation by State-related institutions and for retroactivity; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for duties of public institutions of higher education and for the Transfer and Articulation Oversight Committee; providing for participation by State-related institutions and for retroactivity; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-20","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB203/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=203","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":234188,"bill_number":"SR11","title":"Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Magee-Women's Hospital of UPMC in Pittsburgh.","description":"A Resolution celebrating the 100th anniversary of Magee-Women's Hospital of UPMC in Pittsburgh.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR11/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=11","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":234189,"bill_number":"SR12","title":"Recognizing January 11, 2011, as \"National Human Trafficking Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing January 11, 2011, as \"National Human Trafficking Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR12/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=12","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":234190,"bill_number":"SR13","title":"Recognizing the week of January 23 through 29, 2011, as \"Nurse Anesthetists Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of January 23 through 29, 2011, as \"Nurse Anesthetists Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-19","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR13/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=13","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":236907,"bill_number":"HB65","title":"Providing for Internet gambling public awareness campaign and for revocation and auction of slot machine license; further providing for Category 2 slot machine license, for number of slot machine licenses and for table game taxes; and providing for prohibition on use of State funds.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for Internet gambling public awareness campaign and for revocation and auction of slot machine license; further providing for Category 2 slot machine license, for number of slot machine licenses and for table game taxes; and providing for prohibition on use of State funds.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-11","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB65/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=65","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":236908,"bill_number":"HB109","title":"Amending the act of July 10, 1968 (P.L.316, No.154), known as the Legislative Code of Ethics, further providing for definitions, for prohibitions and for civil remedies.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1968 (P.L.316, No.154), known as the Legislative Code of Ethics, further providing for definitions, for prohibitions and for civil remedies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB109/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=109","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":236909,"bill_number":"HB163","title":"Providing for the elimination of improper payments and for the recovery of any moneys determined to be improperly paid.","description":"An Act providing for the elimination of improper payments and for the recovery of any moneys determined to be improperly paid.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB163/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=163","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":236910,"bill_number":"HB164","title":"In fees, further providing for exemption of persons, entities and vehicles from fees.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fees, further providing for exemption of persons, entities and vehicles from fees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB164/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=164","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":236911,"bill_number":"HB165","title":"Further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Act No. 62","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB165/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=165","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":236912,"bill_number":"HB166","title":"Providing for a temporary moratorium of court-ordered countywide reassessments and for reforms based upon study.","description":"An Act providing for a temporary moratorium of court-ordered countywide reassessments and for reforms based upon study.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB166/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=166","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":236913,"bill_number":"HB167","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of municipalities and for jurisdiction of court of common pleas.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1987 (P.L.246, No.47), known as the Municipalities Financial Recovery Act, further providing for powers and duties of municipalities and for jurisdiction of court of common pleas.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB167/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=167","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":236914,"bill_number":"HB168","title":"Imposing a surcharge on certain fines and penalties; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 15, 1945 (P.L.547, No.217), known as the Conservation District Law, imposing a surcharge on certain fines and penalties; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB168/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=168","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":236915,"bill_number":"HB170","title":"Further providing for driving on right side of roadway, for overtaking vehicle on the left, for no-passing zones, for required position and method of turning and for minimum speed regulation.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for driving on right side of roadway, for overtaking vehicle on the left, for no-passing zones, for required position and method of turning and for minimum speed regulation.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-02","last_action":"Act No. 3","last_action_date":"2012-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB170/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=170","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":236916,"bill_number":"HB171","title":"Providing for immunity from prosecution.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, providing for immunity from prosecution.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB171/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=171","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":236917,"bill_number":"HB172","title":"In protection of property and persons, further providing for target shooting debris.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection of property and persons, further providing for target shooting debris.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB172/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=172","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":236918,"bill_number":"HB173","title":"In rights and immunities, further providing for leaves of absence for certain government employees.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rights and immunities, further providing for leaves of absence for certain government employees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB173/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=173","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":236919,"bill_number":"HB174","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax and for exemption certificates.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax and for exemption certificates.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB174/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=174","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":236920,"bill_number":"HB175","title":"Providing for special procedures pertaining to issuance of parking tickets.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for special procedures pertaining to issuance of parking tickets.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB175/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=175","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":236921,"bill_number":"HB177","title":"Further providing for hearing, judgment, writ of possession and payment of rent by tenant.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, further providing for hearing, judgment, writ of possession and payment of rent by tenant.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB177/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=177","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":236922,"bill_number":"HB178","title":"Establishing the Flood Insurance Premium Assistance Program to provide premium assistance to eligible Pennsylvania residents who purchase flood insurance; and imposing powers and duties on the Insurance Department.","description":"An Act establishing the Flood Insurance Premium Assistance Program to provide premium assistance to eligible Pennsylvania residents who purchase flood insurance; and imposing powers and duties on the Insurance Department.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB178/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=178","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":236923,"bill_number":"HB179","title":"Providing for the reduction of energy use in State buildings, for energy efficiency and the State motor vehicle fleet and for other energy efficiency and procurement; establishing the Interagency Task Force on Energy and providing for its powers and duties; and providing for recognition of efforts to improve State energy efficiency and for reporting.","description":"An Act providing for the reduction of energy use in State buildings, for energy efficiency and the State motor vehicle fleet and for other energy efficiency and procurement; establishing the Interagency Task Force on Energy and providing for its powers and duties; and providing for recognition of efforts to improve State energy efficiency and for reporting.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB179/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=179","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":236924,"bill_number":"HB181","title":"Further providing for markers on graves, memorial certificates and headstones.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, further providing for markers on graves, memorial certificates and headstones.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB181/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=181","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":236925,"bill_number":"HB182","title":"Providing for hospital care or assistance necessitated by traumatic injury immunity.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, providing for hospital care or assistance necessitated by traumatic injury immunity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB182/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=182","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":236926,"bill_number":"HB183","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, reducing the size of the General Assembly.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, reducing the size of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB183/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=183","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":236927,"bill_number":"HB184","title":"Adding and changing definitions; further providing for the unified judicial system; establishing the appellate division of Medical Professional Liability Court; further providing for transfers between intermediate appellate courts, for lien of judgments for money, for direct appeals to the Supreme Court from courts of common pleas, for allowance of appeals from Superior and Commonwealth Courts, for appeals to Superior Court from courts of common pleas, for original jurisdiction of the Commonwealth Court and for appeals to the Commonwealth Court from courts of common pleas; providing for the jurisdiction of the appellate division of Medical Professional Liability Court and for the organization and jurisdiction of the Medical Professional Liability Court; establishing the Medical Professional Liability Court Qualifications Commission and prescribing its powers and duties; further providing for selection of judicial officers, for vacancies in judicial offices and for retention election of judicial officers; providing for selection and retention of judges of the Medical Professional Liability Court and for salaries of judges of the Medical Professional Liability Court; establishing the Medical Professional Liability Court Fund and providing for receipts and payments; further providing for right to appellate review and for appeals generally; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, adding and changing definitions; further providing for the unified judicial system; establishing the appellate division of Medical Professional Liability Court; further providing for transfers between intermediate appellate courts, for lien of judgments for money, for direct appeals to the Supreme Court from courts of common pleas, for allowance of appeals from Superior and Commonwealth Courts, for appeals to Superior Court from courts of common pleas, for original jurisdiction of the Commonwealth Court and for appeals to the Commonwealth Court from courts of common pleas; providing for the jurisdiction of the appellate division of Medical Professional Liability Court and for the organization and jurisdiction of the Medical Professional Liability Court; establishing the Medical Professional Liability Court Qualifications Commission and prescribing its powers and duties; further providing for selection of judicial officers, for vacancies in judicial offices and for retention election of judicial officers; providing for selection and retention of judges of the Medical Professional Liability Court and for salaries of judges of the Medical Professional Liability Court; establishing the Medical Professional Liability Court Fund and providing for receipts and payments; further providing for right to appellate review and for appeals generally; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB184/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=184","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":236928,"bill_number":"HB186","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for special tax provisions relating to certain long-term care expenses.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for special tax provisions relating to certain long-term care expenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB186/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=186","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":236929,"bill_number":"HR26","title":"Declaring the week of January 30 through February 5, 2011, as \"Catholic Schools Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution declaring the week of January 30 through February 5, 2011, as \"Catholic Schools Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR26/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=26","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":236930,"bill_number":"HR27","title":"Honoring the life of Senator Michael A. O'Pake and extending condolences to his family.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of Senator Michael A. O'Pake and extending condolences to his family.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR27/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=27","sponsor":"Dante Santoni"},
{"bill_id":236931,"bill_number":"HR28","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to review the Commonwealth's program for beneficial use of sewage sludge by land application.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to review the Commonwealth's program for beneficial use of sewage sludge by land application.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR28/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=28","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":236932,"bill_number":"HR29","title":"Designating February 12, 2011, as \"I Got Snagged 4 Jimmy V Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating February 12, 2011, as \"I Got Snagged 4 Jimmy V Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR29/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=29","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":237861,"bill_number":"HB185","title":"Providing for a personal income tax credit for long-term care premiums paid by individuals; and imposing duties on the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Legislative Reference Bureau.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a personal income tax credit for long-term care premiums paid by individuals; and imposing duties on the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Legislative Reference Bureau.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB185/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=185","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":237862,"bill_number":"SB10","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for health care services.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for health care services.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB10/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=10","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":237863,"bill_number":"SB110","title":"Further providing for the authority of the department; and providing for logging of certain aircraft flights.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the authority of the department; and providing for logging of certain aircraft flights.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Act No. 26","last_action_date":"2012-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB110/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=110","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":237864,"bill_number":"SB204","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for imposition of income tax; and freezing certain funds for programs.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for imposition of income tax; and freezing certain funds for programs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB204/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=204","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":237865,"bill_number":"SB205","title":"Providing for apportionment of business income.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for apportionment of business income.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB205/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=205","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":237866,"bill_number":"SB206","title":"Further providing for imposition of the corporate net income tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for imposition of the corporate net income tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB206/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=206","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":237867,"bill_number":"SB207","title":"Further providing, in corporate net income, for the definition of \"taxable income.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing, in corporate net income, for the definition of \"taxable income.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB207/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=207","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":237868,"bill_number":"SB208","title":"Establishing a career development tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, establishing a career development tax credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB208/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=208","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":237869,"bill_number":"SB212","title":"Providing for a small business health savings account tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a small business health savings account tax credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB212/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=212","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":237870,"bill_number":"SB213","title":"Authorizing employees of the Commonwealth and political subdivisions to establish health savings accounts; and providing for the requirements of health savings accounts and for tax exemption under certain circumstances.","description":"An Act authorizing employees of the Commonwealth and political subdivisions to establish health savings accounts; and providing for the requirements of health savings accounts and for tax exemption under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB213/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=213","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":237871,"bill_number":"SB214","title":"Providing for the expiration of certain State-mandated health care insurance benefits and the provisions of certain acts that impose mandatory covered providers and covered persons; and requiring the Health Care Cost Containment Council to submit a periodic report to the General Assembly.","description":"An Act providing for the expiration of certain State-mandated health care insurance benefits and the provisions of certain acts that impose mandatory covered providers and covered persons; and requiring the Health Care Cost Containment Council to submit a periodic report to the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB214/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=214","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":237872,"bill_number":"SB215","title":"Providing for the expiration of certain State-mandated health care insurance benefits and the provisions of certain acts that impose mandatory covered providers and covered persons on qualified high deductible health plans; and requiring the Health Care Cost Containment Council to submit a periodic report to the General Assembly.","description":"An Act providing for the expiration of certain State-mandated health care insurance benefits and the provisions of certain acts that impose mandatory covered providers and covered persons on qualified high deductible health plans; and requiring the Health Care Cost Containment Council to submit a periodic report to the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB215/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=215","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":237873,"bill_number":"SB216","title":"Authorizing the purchase of health insurance from out-of-State insurers.","description":"An Act authorizing the purchase of health insurance from out-of-State insurers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB216/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=216","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":237874,"bill_number":"SB217","title":"In personal income taxation, providing for a credit against unreimbursed qualified health insurance premium payments.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income taxation, providing for a credit against unreimbursed qualified health insurance premium payments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB217/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=217","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":237875,"bill_number":"SB218","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania High-Risk Health Insurance Pool, the Pennsylvania High-Risk Health Insurance Pool Fund and the State Comprehensive Health Insurance Pool Board; providing for the powers and duties of the pool and the board, for selection of administering insurer and for payment of plan costs; and prescribing plan benefits.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania High-Risk Health Insurance Pool, the Pennsylvania High-Risk Health Insurance Pool Fund and the State Comprehensive Health Insurance Pool Board; providing for the powers and duties of the pool and the board, for selection of administering insurer and for payment of plan costs; and prescribing plan benefits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB218/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=218","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":237876,"bill_number":"SB219","title":"Further providing for medical professional liability insurance, for the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund; and establishing the Health Care Provider Rate Stabilization Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, further providing for medical professional liability insurance, for the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund; and establishing the Health Care Provider Rate Stabilization Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB219/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=219","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":237877,"bill_number":"SB220","title":"Providing for health insurance coverage not required.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for health insurance coverage not required.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-21","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-21","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB220/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=220","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":239804,"bill_number":"HB187","title":"In duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for school athletics, publications and organizations.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for school athletics, publications and organizations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB187/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=187","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":239805,"bill_number":"HB188","title":"In assault, further providing for the offense of neglect of care-dependent person; and providing for the offense of abuse of care-dependent person.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of neglect of care-dependent person; and providing for the offense of abuse of care-dependent person.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB188/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=188","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":239806,"bill_number":"HB189","title":"Prohibiting the operation of motor vehicles while using electronic wireless communications devices.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting the operation of motor vehicles while using electronic wireless communications devices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB189/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=189","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":239807,"bill_number":"HB190","title":"In education empowerment, further providing for mandate waiver program.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in education empowerment, further providing for mandate waiver program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB190/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=190","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":239808,"bill_number":"HB191","title":"In personal income tax, providing for contributions to the cystic fibrosis program within the Department of Health.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, providing for contributions to the cystic fibrosis program within the Department of Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB191/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=191","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":239809,"bill_number":"HB192","title":"Providing for bisphenol A-free baby and toddler products.","description":"An Act providing for bisphenol A-free baby and toddler products.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Re-referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB192/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=192","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":239810,"bill_number":"HB193","title":"Requiring the design, construction and renovation of certain State-owned or State-leased buildings to comply with specified energy and environmental building standards; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of General Services.","description":"An Act requiring the design, construction and renovation of certain State-owned or State-leased buildings to comply with specified energy and environmental building standards; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of General Services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-02-01","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB193/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=193","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":239811,"bill_number":"HB194","title":"Relating to ethics; and further requiring ethics training for members, officers and employees of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act relating to ethics; and further requiring ethics training for members, officers and employees of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB194/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=194","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":239812,"bill_number":"HB195","title":"Providing for a tax credit for adoption expenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a tax credit for adoption expenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB195/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=195","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":239813,"bill_number":"HB196","title":"In public assistance, providing for prepayment pharmacy audits.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, providing for prepayment pharmacy audits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB196/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=196","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":239814,"bill_number":"HB197","title":"In area government and intergovernmental cooperation, further providing for review of agreement by Local Government Commission; and, in other subjects of taxation, further providing for hotel room rental.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in area government and intergovernmental cooperation, further providing for review of agreement by Local Government Commission; and, in other subjects of taxation, further providing for hotel room rental.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 92","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB197/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=197","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":239815,"bill_number":"HB198","title":"Further providing for appointment of members of the board by imposing restrictions on appointment of members or former members of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for appointment of members of the board by imposing restrictions on appointment of members or former members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB198/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=198","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":239816,"bill_number":"HB199","title":"Providing for wrongful conviction and imprisonment.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for wrongful conviction and imprisonment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB199/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=199","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":239817,"bill_number":"HB201","title":"Further providing for definitions, for aggravated assault and for criminal trespass.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for aggravated assault and for criminal trespass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB201/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=201","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":239818,"bill_number":"HR4","title":"Designating March 21, 2011, as \"William Randolph 'Sonny' Hill Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 21, 2011, as \"William Randolph 'Sonny' Hill Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR4/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=4","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":239819,"bill_number":"HR5","title":"Designating the week of March 21 through 25, 2011, as \"Youth Violence Prevention Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of March 21 through 25, 2011, as \"Youth Violence Prevention Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR5/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=5","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":239820,"bill_number":"HR30","title":"Designating the month of January 2011 as \"Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of January 2011 as \"Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR30/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=30","sponsor":"Jim Christiana"},
{"bill_id":239821,"bill_number":"HR31","title":"Urging the Governor to issue a proclamation to observe January 30, 2011, as \"Pennsylvanians with Disabilities Day\" in Pennsylvania, and requesting the Governor to appoint a committee to investigate and recommend how the Commonwealth can best commemorate \"Pennsylvanians with Disabilities Day\" on an annual basis to recognize residents with disabilities who have distinguished themselves and this Commonwealth in the spirit of the late President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.","description":"A Resolution urging the Governor to issue a proclamation to observe January 30, 2011, as \"Pennsylvanians with Disabilities Day\" in Pennsylvania, and requesting the Governor to appoint a committee to investigate and recommend how the Commonwealth can best commemorate \"Pennsylvanians with Disabilities Day\" on an annual basis to recognize residents with disabilities who have distinguished themselves and this Commonwealth in the spirit of the late President Franklin Delano Roosevelt.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR31/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=31","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":239822,"bill_number":"HR32","title":"Recognizing the lack of due process in the 1876-1878 trials of several alleged members of the Molly Maguires and memorializing the Governor to issue an order acknowledging the same.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the lack of due process in the 1876-1878 trials of several alleged members of the Molly Maguires and memorializing the Governor to issue an order acknowledging the same.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR32/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=32","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":241550,"bill_number":"HB78","title":"In operation of boats, further providing for operating watercraft under influence of alcohol or controlled substance and for the offense of homicide by watercraft while operating under influence.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in operation of boats, further providing for operating watercraft under influence of alcohol or controlled substance and for the offense of homicide by watercraft while operating under influence.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 33","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB78/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=78","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":241551,"bill_number":"HB202","title":"Further providing for classes of income.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for classes of income.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB202/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=202","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":241552,"bill_number":"HB203","title":"Adding a definition of \"community paper of mass dissemination\"; and further providing for legal advertising.","description":"An Act amending Title 45 (Legal Notices) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, adding a definition of \"community paper of mass dissemination\"; and further providing for legal advertising.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB203/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=203","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":241553,"bill_number":"HB204","title":"Further providing for exceptions to prohibition of interception and disclosure of communications.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for exceptions to prohibition of interception and disclosure of communications.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB204/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=204","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":241554,"bill_number":"HB205","title":"Providing for supplemental State-funded tax relief; and establishing the Supplemental Homeowner Property Tax Relief Fund.","description":"An Act providing for supplemental State-funded tax relief; and establishing the Supplemental Homeowner Property Tax Relief Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB205/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=205","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":241555,"bill_number":"HB206","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of counties.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1988 (P.L.556, No.101), known as the Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act, further providing for powers and duties of counties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB206/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=206","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":241556,"bill_number":"HB207","title":"Further providing, in gross receipts tax, for the imposition of tax; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing, in gross receipts tax, for the imposition of tax; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB207/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=207","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":241557,"bill_number":"HB208","title":"Further providing for driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked, for duties of drivers in accidents involving death or personal injury and for subsequent convictions of certain offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked, for duties of drivers in accidents involving death or personal injury and for subsequent convictions of certain offenses.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 93","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB208/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=208","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":241558,"bill_number":"HB210","title":"Further providing for intent, for definitions, for caregiver support program, for reimbursements and for entitlement not created.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1990 (P.L.1234, No.204), known as the Family Caregiver Support Act, further providing for intent, for definitions, for caregiver support program, for reimbursements and for entitlement not created.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 112","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB210/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=210","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":241559,"bill_number":"HB211","title":"Further providing, in general budget implementation, for the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, further providing, in general budget implementation, for the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB211/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=211","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":241560,"bill_number":"HB213","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB213/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=213","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":241561,"bill_number":"HB214","title":"Authorizing a tax credit for a member of a volunteer emergency service organization who purchases fire equipment with personal income.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, authorizing a tax credit for a member of a volunteer emergency service organization who purchases fire equipment with personal income.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB214/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=214","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":241562,"bill_number":"HB215","title":"Providing for action for release of confidential birth information.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for action for release of confidential birth information.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB215/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=215","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":241563,"bill_number":"HB216","title":"Providing for verification of person accepting offer of credit.","description":"An Act providing for verification of person accepting offer of credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB216/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=216","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":241564,"bill_number":"HB217","title":"Providing for identity theft verification passport.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for identity theft verification passport.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB217/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=217","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":241565,"bill_number":"HB218","title":"Designating State Route 462 from its intersection with U.S. Route 30 in West Manchester Township, York County, to the point where it meets State Route 24 in Springettsbury Township, York County, as the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.","description":"An Act designating State Route 462 from its intersection with U.S. Route 30 in West Manchester Township, York County, to the point where it meets State Route 24 in Springettsbury Township, York County, as the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Act No. 5","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB218/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=218","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":241566,"bill_number":"HR34","title":"Designating the month of January 2011 as \"Financial Aid Awareness Month\" and commending the work of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency and the Pennsylvania Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of January 2011 as \"Financial Aid Awareness Month\" and commending the work of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency and the Pennsylvania Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR34/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=34","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":241567,"bill_number":"SB221","title":"Providing for an exemption relating to veterans' organizations.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, providing for an exemption relating to veterans' organizations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB221/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=221","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":241568,"bill_number":"SB223","title":"Providing for an exclusion relating to veterans' organizations.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for an exclusion relating to veterans' organizations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB223/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=223","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":241569,"bill_number":"SB224","title":"Further providing for background checks of prospective employees and for conviction of employees of certain offenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for background checks of prospective employees and for conviction of employees of certain offenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB224/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=224","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":241570,"bill_number":"SB225","title":"Removing references to certain boards of trustees.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, removing references to certain boards of trustees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB225/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=225","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":241571,"bill_number":"SB226","title":"Further providing for incompetence to proceed on criminal charges and lack of criminal responsibility as defense.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 1976 (P.L.817, No.143), known as the Mental Health Procedures Act, further providing for incompetence to proceed on criminal charges and lack of criminal responsibility as defense.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB226/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=226","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":241572,"bill_number":"SB227","title":"Further providing for application for registration certificate, for issuance of registration certificate and for records; providing for disclosure; and further providing for emergency closure.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for application for registration certificate, for issuance of registration certificate and for records; providing for disclosure; and further providing for emergency closure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Re-referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB227/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=227","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":241573,"bill_number":"SB228","title":"Further providing for legislative findings and purpose; providing for limitations on use; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 24, 1980 (P.L.50, No.18), known as the Stony Creek Wild and Scenic River Act, further providing for legislative findings and purpose; providing for limitations on use; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB228/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=228","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":241574,"bill_number":"SB229","title":"Further providing for court-ordered involuntary treatment of certain sexually violent persons; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for court-ordered involuntary treatment of certain sexually violent persons; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB229/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=229","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":241575,"bill_number":"SB230","title":"Further providing for exclusions.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for exclusions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB230/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=230","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":241576,"bill_number":"SB231","title":"Defining \"veteran\"; and further providing for composition of the State Civil Service Commission.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 5, 1941 (P.L.752, No.286), known as the Civil Service Act, defining \"veteran\"; and further providing for composition of the State Civil Service Commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB231/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=231","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":241577,"bill_number":"SR14","title":"Designating the month of February 2011 as \"Black History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of February 2011 as \"Black History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR14/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=14","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":241578,"bill_number":"SR15","title":"Observing the month of January 2011 as \"Pennsylvania Thrift Month,\" observing the week of January 17 through 23, 2011, as \"National Thrift Week\" and calling on individuals, families and government at all levels to exercise thrift and fiscal responsibility.","description":"A Resolution observing the month of January 2011 as \"Pennsylvania Thrift Month,\" observing the week of January 17 through 23, 2011, as \"National Thrift Week\" and calling on individuals, families and government at all levels to exercise thrift and fiscal responsibility.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR15/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=15","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":242818,"bill_number":"HB219","title":"In municipal authorities, further providing for money of authority.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, further providing for money of authority.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB219/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=219","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":242819,"bill_number":"HB220","title":"In municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB220/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=220","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":242820,"bill_number":"HB221","title":"In municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB221/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=221","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":242821,"bill_number":"HB222","title":"In municipal authorities, further providing for governing body.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, further providing for governing body.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB222/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=222","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":242822,"bill_number":"HB223","title":"Providing for health care coverage for telehealth.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for health care coverage for telehealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB223/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=223","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":242823,"bill_number":"HB224","title":"Further providing for intent, for definitions, for caregiver support program, for reimbursements and for entitlement.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1990 (P.L.1234, No.204), known as the Family Caregiver Support Act, further providing for intent, for definitions, for caregiver support program, for reimbursements and for entitlement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB224/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=224","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":242824,"bill_number":"HB225","title":"Reenacting and amending provisions relating to definitions, powers and duties of Department of Health and State health services plan; reenacting provisions relating to regulations; reenacting and amending provisions relating to certificates of need and issuance of license; prohibiting certain referrals and claims of payment; and repealing sunset provisions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, reenacting and amending provisions relating to definitions, powers and duties of Department of Health and State health services plan; reenacting provisions relating to regulations; reenacting and amending provisions relating to certificates of need and issuance of license; prohibiting certain referrals and claims of payment; and repealing sunset provisions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Re-referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB225/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=225","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":242825,"bill_number":"HB226","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of the Juvenile Court Judges' Commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for powers and duties of the Juvenile Court Judges' Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB226/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=226","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":242826,"bill_number":"HB227","title":"Further providing for accidents involving death or personal injury.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for accidents involving death or personal injury.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB227/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=227","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":242827,"bill_number":"HB228","title":"Providing for quality health care management system discount; imposing duties on the Department of Health; and providing for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for quality health care management system discount; imposing duties on the Department of Health; and providing for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB228/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=228","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":242828,"bill_number":"HB229","title":"In long-term care, providing for rates.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in long-term care, providing for rates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB229/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=229","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":242829,"bill_number":"HB230","title":"Further providing for well location restrictions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for well location restrictions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB230/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=230","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":242830,"bill_number":"HB232","title":"Further providing for definitions, for well permits and for well location restrictions; and providing for disposal of wastewater from oil and gas activities targeting unconventional shale formations and for a cumulative impacts study.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for definitions, for well permits and for well location restrictions; and providing for disposal of wastewater from oil and gas activities targeting unconventional shale formations and for a cumulative impacts study.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB232/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=232","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":242831,"bill_number":"HB233","title":"Providing for a moratorium on the issuance of new well permits for natural gas drilling in the Marcellus Shale formation.","description":"An Act providing for a moratorium on the issuance of new well permits for natural gas drilling in the Marcellus Shale formation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB233/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=233","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":242832,"bill_number":"HB234","title":"Providing for the definition of \"unconventional shale formation\"; and further providing for well reporting requirements.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, providing for the definition of \"unconventional shale formation\"; and further providing for well reporting requirements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB234/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=234","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":242833,"bill_number":"HB235","title":"Providing for the National Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline Notification Act; imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for the National Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline Notification Act; imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Act No. 197","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB235/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=235","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":242834,"bill_number":"HB236","title":"Further providing for restraint systems.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for restraint systems.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB236/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=236","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":242835,"bill_number":"HB237","title":"Further providing for Office for Safe Schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for Office for Safe Schools.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB237/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=237","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":242836,"bill_number":"HB238","title":"Further providing for medical assistance payments.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for medical assistance payments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB238/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=238","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":242837,"bill_number":"HB239","title":"Further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB239/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=239","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":242838,"bill_number":"HB240","title":"Providing for open enrollment program.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for open enrollment program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB240/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=240","sponsor":"Jim Christiana"},
{"bill_id":242839,"bill_number":"HB241","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, changing the Commonwealth's fiscal period from one year to two years.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, changing the Commonwealth's fiscal period from one year to two years.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB241/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=241","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":242840,"bill_number":"HB242","title":"Further providing for definitions, for authority to issue liquor licenses to hotels, restaurants and clubs, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, for prohibited interlocking business, for public venue license, for malt and brewed beverages retail licenses, for prohibitions against the grant of licenses, for sales by manufacturers of malt or brewed beverages and minimum quantities, for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales, storage, for retail dispensers' restrictions on purchases and sales, for brand registration, for breweries, for licenses not assignable and transfers, for renewal of licenses and temporary provisions for licensees in armed service, for responsible alcohol management, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licensees, for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees, for hours of operation relative to manufacturers, importing distributors and distributors, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees, for rights of municipalities preserved, for reporting of worthless checks, for limited wineries and for distilleries.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for definitions, for authority to issue liquor licenses to hotels, restaurants and clubs, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, for prohibited interlocking business, for public venue license, for malt and brewed beverages retail licenses, for prohibitions against the grant of licenses, for sales by manufacturers of malt or brewed beverages and minimum quantities, for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales, storage, for retail dispensers' restrictions on purchases and sales, for brand registration, for breweries, for licenses not assignable and transfers, for renewal of licenses and temporary provisions for licensees in armed service, for responsible alcohol management, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licensees, for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees, for hours of operation relative to manufacturers, importing distributors and distributors, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees, for rights of municipalities preserved, for reporting of worthless checks, for limited wineries and for distilleries.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 113","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB242/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=242","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":242841,"bill_number":"HR33","title":"Honoring the life of Jean Stoneback of Alburtis.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of Jean Stoneback of Alburtis.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR33/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=33","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":242842,"bill_number":"HR35","title":"Observing the week of January 23 through 29, 2011, as \"Nurse Anesthetists Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing the week of January 23 through 29, 2011, as \"Nurse Anesthetists Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR35/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=35","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":242843,"bill_number":"HR36","title":"Recognizing February 4, 2011, as \"Wear Red Day\" in Pennsylvania to heighten awareness of heart disease.","description":"A Resolution recognizing February 4, 2011, as \"Wear Red Day\" in Pennsylvania to heighten awareness of heart disease.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR36/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=36","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":242844,"bill_number":"HR37","title":"Designating February 6, 2011, as \"Pittsburgh Steelers Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating February 6, 2011, as \"Pittsburgh Steelers Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR37/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=37","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":242845,"bill_number":"HR38","title":"Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives, providing for a limitation on a member's outside income.","description":"A Resolution amending the Rules of the House of Representatives, providing for a limitation on a member's outside income.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR38/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=38","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":242846,"bill_number":"HR39","title":"Observing February 2, 2011, as \"National Girls and Women in Sports Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing February 2, 2011, as \"National Girls and Women in Sports Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR39/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=39","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":242847,"bill_number":"SB222","title":"In licensees, further providing for Category 2 slot machine license and for number of slot machine licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensees, further providing for Category 2 slot machine license and for number of slot machine licenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB222/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=222","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":242848,"bill_number":"SB232","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for registration of firearms; and providing for mandatory registration of firearms in cities of the first class and for transfer of firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for registration of firearms; and providing for mandatory registration of firearms in cities of the first class and for transfer of firearms.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB232/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=232","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":242849,"bill_number":"SB233","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, providing for report of theft or loss of a firearm.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, providing for report of theft or loss of a firearm.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB233/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=233","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":242850,"bill_number":"SB234","title":"Relating to the delivery of services and programs to persons with disabilities; conferring powers and duties on the Office of the Governor; establishing the Office for People with Disabilities and Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities; and providing for their powers, duties and funding.","description":"An Act relating to the delivery of services and programs to persons with disabilities; conferring powers and duties on the Office of the Governor; establishing the Office for People with Disabilities and Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities; and providing for their powers, duties and funding.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB234/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=234","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":242851,"bill_number":"SB235","title":"Further providing for minimum wages.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for minimum wages.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB235/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=235","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":242852,"bill_number":"SB236","title":"In assault, further providing for aggravated assault.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for aggravated assault.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB236/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=236","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":242853,"bill_number":"SB237","title":"In budget and finance, further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in budget and finance, further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 124","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB237/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=237","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":242854,"bill_number":"SB238","title":"Providing for workers' compensation safety committees.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for workers' compensation safety committees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB238/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=238","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":242855,"bill_number":"SB239","title":"Designating the replacement bridge for the bridge carrying State Route 2018 over the Monongahela River from the Borough of North Charleroi, Washington County, to the City of Monessen, Westmoreland County, as the Governor John K. Tener Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the replacement bridge for the bridge carrying State Route 2018 over the Monongahela River from the Borough of North Charleroi, Washington County, to the City of Monessen, Westmoreland County, as the Governor John K. Tener Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB239/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=239","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":242856,"bill_number":"SB241","title":"Further providing for definitions and for registration requirement; and providing for unwanted automatic political calls.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.911, No.147), known as the Telemarketer Registration Act, further providing for definitions and for registration requirement; and providing for unwanted automatic political calls.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB241/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=241","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":242857,"bill_number":"SB242","title":"Designating the bridge that carries State Route 601 over Barclay Run in the Borough of Somerset, Somerset County, as the Trooper Stephen R. Gyurke Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge that carries State Route 601 over Barclay Run in the Borough of Somerset, Somerset County, as the Trooper Stephen R. Gyurke Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 119","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB242/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=242","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":242858,"bill_number":"SB244","title":"Adding a requirement relating to cardiopulmonary resuscitation.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, adding a requirement relating to cardiopulmonary resuscitation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB244/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=244","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":242859,"bill_number":"SB246","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of the Board of Property Assessment, Appeals and Review.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 21, 1939 (P.L.626, No.294), referred to as the Second Class County Assessment Law, further providing for powers and duties of the Board of Property Assessment, Appeals and Review.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB246/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=246","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":242860,"bill_number":"SB250","title":"In school districts, further providing for State Report Card; and providing for parent petition.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school districts, further providing for State Report Card; and providing for parent petition.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB250/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=250","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":242861,"bill_number":"SB251","title":"Further providing for school district payments.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for school district payments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB251/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=251","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":242862,"bill_number":"SB252","title":"Further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB252/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=252","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":242863,"bill_number":"SB253","title":"Further defining \"eligible entity.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further defining \"eligible entity.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-24","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-01-24","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB253/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=253","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":243782,"bill_number":"HB100","title":"Extensively revising provisions on anatomical gifts in the areas of authorizations, procedure, amendment, revocation, refusal, receipt, for rights and duties of hospitals and organ procurement organizations, prohibitions, limited immunity, the Governor Robert P. Casey Memorial Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Trust Fund, and providing for contributions to the fund; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, extensively revising provisions on anatomical gifts in the areas of authorizations, procedure, amendment, revocation, refusal, receipt, for rights and duties of hospitals and organ procurement organizations, prohibitions, limited immunity, the Governor Robert P. Casey Memorial Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Trust Fund, and providing for contributions to the fund; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB100/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=100","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":243783,"bill_number":"HB231","title":"Providing for an income tax checkoff to provide funding for the Children's Trust Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for an income tax checkoff to provide funding for the Children's Trust Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB231/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=231","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":243784,"bill_number":"HB244","title":"Further providing for approved reimbursable rental for certain leases and approved reimbursable sinking fund charges on indebtedness.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for approved reimbursable rental for certain leases and approved reimbursable sinking fund charges on indebtedness.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB244/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=244","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243785,"bill_number":"HB245","title":"Providing for lobbying prohibition and for General Assembly members; and further providing for prohibited activities.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for lobbying prohibition and for General Assembly members; and further providing for prohibited activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB245/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=245","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243786,"bill_number":"HB246","title":"In terms and courses of study, further providing for minimum number of days and school month.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, further providing for minimum number of days and school month.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB246/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=246","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243787,"bill_number":"HB247","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.911, No.147), known as the Telemarketer Registration Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB247/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=247","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243788,"bill_number":"HB248","title":"Establishing an economic forum for the forecasting of State revenue; and providing for its powers and duties.","description":"An Act establishing an economic forum for the forecasting of State revenue; and providing for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB248/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=248","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243789,"bill_number":"HB249","title":"Amending the act of August 4, 1959 (P.L.587, No.195), entitled, as amended, \"An act creating and establishing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee; providing for its membership; prescribing its powers, functions and duties; providing for the appointment of an executive director and other personnel, and making an appropriation,\" further providing for title of act; adding definitions; changing the name of the committee; further providing for powers and duties of committee; providing for funding of committee and for expiration of audit powers; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 4, 1959 (P.L.587, No.195), entitled, as amended, \"An act creating and establishing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee; providing for its membership; prescribing its powers, functions and duties; providing for the appointment of an executive director and other personnel, and making an appropriation,\" further providing for title of act; adding definitions; changing the name of the committee; further providing for powers and duties of committee; providing for funding of committee and for expiration of audit powers; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB249/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=249","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243790,"bill_number":"HB250","title":"Establishing the Council on Efficient Government; and providing for its powers and duties and for business cases to outsource.","description":"An Act establishing the Council on Efficient Government; and providing for its powers and duties and for business cases to outsource.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB250/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=250","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243791,"bill_number":"HB251","title":"Further providing for sale or transfer of firearms; and providing for completion of forms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sale or transfer of firearms; and providing for completion of forms.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB251/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=251","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243792,"bill_number":"HB252","title":"Establishing the Emergency State Employee Salary Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, establishing the Emergency State Employee Salary Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB252/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=252","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243793,"bill_number":"HB253","title":"Further providing for personal earnings exempt from process.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for personal earnings exempt from process.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Re-referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB253/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=253","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243794,"bill_number":"HB254","title":"Further providing for display of registration plate and for learners' permits; providing for automated red light enforcement systems in certain municipalities; and further providing for specific powers of department and local authorities.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for display of registration plate and for learners' permits; providing for automated red light enforcement systems in certain municipalities; and further providing for specific powers of department and local authorities.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Act No. 84","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB254/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=254","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243795,"bill_number":"HB255","title":"Further providing for prior offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for prior offenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB255/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=255","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243796,"bill_number":"HB256","title":"Further providing for controlled substance forfeiture; providing for vehicle forfeiture when driving under the influence; further providing for procedure with respect to seized property subject to liens and rights of lienholders; and in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, for grading and for penalties; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Titles 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure)and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for controlled substance forfeiture; providing for vehicle forfeiture when driving under the influence; further providing for procedure with respect to seized property subject to liens and rights of lienholders; and in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, for grading and for penalties; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB256/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=256","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243797,"bill_number":"HB257","title":"Further providing for acquisition of buildings, sites for school buildings and playgrounds, and disposing thereof, for approval by department of plans, etc., of buildings and exceptions and for approval of lease agreements.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for acquisition of buildings, sites for school buildings and playgrounds, and disposing thereof, for approval by department of plans, etc., of buildings and exceptions and for approval of lease agreements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB257/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=257","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243798,"bill_number":"HB258","title":"Providing for a prototypical school facility design clearinghouse.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for a prototypical school facility design clearinghouse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB258/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=258","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":243799,"bill_number":"HB259","title":"Providing for legislative and congressional reapportionment.","description":"An Act providing for legislative and congressional reapportionment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB259/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=259","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":243800,"bill_number":"HB263","title":"Further providing for funding of the Budget Stabilization Reserve Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, further providing for funding of the Budget Stabilization Reserve Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB263/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=263","sponsor":"Michael Peifer"},
{"bill_id":243801,"bill_number":"HB264","title":"Further providing for the offense of aggravated assault.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB264/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=264","sponsor":"Michael Peifer"},
{"bill_id":243802,"bill_number":"HB265","title":"Providing for small employer group health plans.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for small employer group health plans.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB265/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=265","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":243803,"bill_number":"HB266","title":"Eliminating cost-of-living increases in judicial salaries, executive salaries and legislative salaries.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, eliminating cost-of-living increases in judicial salaries, executive salaries and legislative salaries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB266/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=266","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":243804,"bill_number":"HR40","title":"Supporting the goals and ideals of \"National Mentoring Month 2011\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution supporting the goals and ideals of \"National Mentoring Month 2011\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR40/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=40","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":243805,"bill_number":"SR16","title":"Supporting the goals and ideals of National Mentoring Month, January 2011.","description":"A Resolution supporting the goals and ideals of National Mentoring Month, January 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR16/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=16","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":243806,"bill_number":"SR17","title":"Recognizing and honoring the life and service of Wildlife Conservation Officer David L. Grove and paying tribute to his sacrifice in the line of duty.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring the life and service of Wildlife Conservation Officer David L. Grove and paying tribute to his sacrifice in the line of duty.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR17/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=17","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":243807,"bill_number":"SR18","title":"Honoring the 100th anniversary of President Ronald Reagan's birth on February 6, 2011, and recognizing February 6, 2011, as \"Ronald Reagan Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of President Ronald Reagan's birth on February 6, 2011, and recognizing February 6, 2011, as \"Ronald Reagan Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR18/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=18","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":243808,"bill_number":"SR19","title":"Recognizing the first week of February 2011 as \"Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the first week of February 2011 as \"Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR19/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=19","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":243809,"bill_number":"SR20","title":"Designating the week of January 30 through February 5, 2011, as \"Catholic Schools Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of January 30 through February 5, 2011, as \"Catholic Schools Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR20/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=20","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":243810,"bill_number":"SR21","title":"Designating Friday, February 4, 2011, as \"National Wear Red Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating Friday, February 4, 2011, as \"National Wear Red Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR21/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=21","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":243811,"bill_number":"SR22","title":"Recognizing the month of February 2011 as \"American Heart Month\" in Pennsylvania and urging all citizens to recognize the critical importance of using correct medical tools and making healthy lifestyle choices that will increase survival rates from cardiac arrest so that thousands of lives can be saved each year.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of February 2011 as \"American Heart Month\" in Pennsylvania and urging all citizens to recognize the critical importance of using correct medical tools and making healthy lifestyle choices that will increase survival rates from cardiac arrest so that thousands of lives can be saved each year.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR22/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=22","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":244731,"bill_number":"HB262","title":"Providing for the transfer of certain powers and duties from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to the Office of Attorney General; establishing a Gaming Unit in the Office of Attorney General; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act providing for the transfer of certain powers and duties from the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to the Office of Attorney General; establishing a Gaming Unit in the Office of Attorney General; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB262/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=262","sponsor":"Michael Vereb"},
{"bill_id":244732,"bill_number":"HB267","title":"Further providing for installment payment plans.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for installment payment plans.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB267/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=267","sponsor":"Michael Reese"},
{"bill_id":244733,"bill_number":"HB268","title":"Providing for biennial registration of certain vehicles; and further providing for annual registration fees, for passenger cars and for trucks and truck tractors.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for biennial registration of certain vehicles; and further providing for annual registration fees, for passenger cars and for trucks and truck tractors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB268/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=268","sponsor":"Mike Carroll"},
{"bill_id":244734,"bill_number":"HB269","title":"Providing for the abolishment of the office of jury commissioner in certain counties.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, providing for the abolishment of the office of jury commissioner in certain counties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB269/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=269","sponsor":"Glen Grell"},
{"bill_id":244735,"bill_number":"HB278","title":"In contracts, further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, in contracts, further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 84","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB278/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=278","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":244736,"bill_number":"HB279","title":"In contracts, further providing for general regulations concerning contracts, for evasion of advertising requirements and for separate specifications for branches of work.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, in contracts, further providing for general regulations concerning contracts, for evasion of advertising requirements and for separate specifications for branches of work.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 85","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB279/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=279","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":244737,"bill_number":"HB280","title":"In contracts, further regulating contracts as to purchasing and advertising requirements.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, in contracts, further regulating contracts as to purchasing and advertising requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB280/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=280","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":244738,"bill_number":"HB281","title":"In contracts, further providing for regulation of contracts, for evasion of advertising requirements and for certain purchase contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, in contracts, further providing for regulation of contracts, for evasion of advertising requirements and for certain purchase contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB281/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=281","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":244739,"bill_number":"HR6","title":"Amending the General Operating Rules of the House of Representatives, further providing for standing committees and subcommittees and tabling.","description":"A Resolution amending the General Operating Rules of the House of Representatives, further providing for standing committees and subcommittees and tabling.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Re-committed to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR6/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=6","sponsor":"Michael Turzai"},
{"bill_id":244740,"bill_number":"HR7","title":"Providing for the adoption of a temporary rule relating to the consideration of a resolution providing for the Rules of the House of Representatives.","description":"A Resolution providing for the adoption of a temporary rule relating to the consideration of a resolution providing for the Rules of the House of Representatives.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR7/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=7","sponsor":"Michael Turzai"},
{"bill_id":244741,"bill_number":"HR41","title":"Designating the month of February 2011 as \"Black History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of February 2011 as \"Black History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR41/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=41","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":244742,"bill_number":"SB1","title":"In opportunities for educational excellence, further providing for definitions and for concurrent enrollment agreements; in charter schools, further providing for definitions; establishing the Charter School Funding Advisory Committee; further providing for powers of charter schools, for charter school requirements, for powers of board of trustees, for establishment of charter school, for contents of application, for terms and form of charter, for State Charter School Appeal Board, for facilities, for enrollment, for funding for charter schools, for annual reports and assessments, for causes for nonrenewal or termination and for provisions applicable to charter schools; providing for effect on existing charter schools; further providing for powers and duties of department, for assessment and evaluation, for school district and intermediate unit responsibilities and for establishment of cyber charter school; repealing provisions relating to enrollment and notification; further providing for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations; providing for opportunity scholarships and for educational improvement tax credit; and repealing provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 relating to educational improvement tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in opportunities for educational excellence, further providing for definitions and for concurrent enrollment agreements; in charter schools, further providing for definitions; establishing the Charter School Funding Advisory Committee; further providing for powers of charter schools, for charter school requirements, for powers of board of trustees, for establishment of charter school, for contents of application, for terms and form of charter, for State Charter School Appeal Board, for facilities, for enrollment, for funding for charter schools, for annual reports and assessments, for causes for nonrenewal or termination and for provisions applicable to charter schools; providing for effect on existing charter schools; further providing for powers and duties of department, for assessment and evaluation, for school district and intermediate unit responsibilities and for establishment of cyber charter school; repealing provisions relating to enrollment and notification; further providing for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations; providing for opportunity scholarships and for educational improvement tax credit; and repealing provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 relating to educational improvement tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":244743,"bill_number":"SB211","title":"In other criminal provisions, further providing for supervisory relationship to offenders; and, in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, further providing for supervisory relationship to offenders.","description":"An Act amending Titles 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other criminal provisions, further providing for supervisory relationship to offenders; and, in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, further providing for supervisory relationship to offenders.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB211/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=211","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":244744,"bill_number":"SB245","title":"Further providing for assessment appeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for assessment appeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB245/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=245","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":244745,"bill_number":"SB247","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association; and further providing for access, for written requests, for production of certain records, for exceptions for public records, for agency response in general, for extension of time, for filing of appeal, for appeals officers, for fee limitations and for Office of Open Records.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, further providing for definitions; providing for Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association; and further providing for access, for written requests, for production of certain records, for exceptions for public records, for agency response in general, for extension of time, for filing of appeal, for appeals officers, for fee limitations and for Office of Open Records.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB247/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=247","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":244746,"bill_number":"SB249","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated and distinct amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, authorizing the use of the direct initiative, the indirect initiative and referendum as legislative powers reserved to the people.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated and distinct amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, authorizing the use of the direct initiative, the indirect initiative and referendum as legislative powers reserved to the people.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB249/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=249","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":244747,"bill_number":"SB254","title":"Further providing for authority to administer injectable medications, biologicals and immunizations.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 27, 1961 (P.L.1700, No.699), known as the Pharmacy Act, further providing for authority to administer injectable medications, biologicals and immunizations.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 272","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB254/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=254","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":244748,"bill_number":"SB255","title":"In criminal history record information, further providing for general regulations; and, in child protective services, further providing for information relating to prospective child-care personnel.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in criminal history record information, further providing for general regulations; and, in child protective services, further providing for information relating to prospective child-care personnel.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB255/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=255","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":244749,"bill_number":"SB256","title":"In minors, further providing for drug-free zones.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in minors, further providing for drug-free zones.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB256/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=256","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":244750,"bill_number":"SB257","title":"Further providing for eligibility for benefits for members of certain ambulance services or rescue squads.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1976 (P.L.424, No.101), referred to as the Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefits Act, further providing for eligibility for benefits for members of certain ambulance services or rescue squads.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB257/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=257","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":244751,"bill_number":"SB258","title":"In Department of Health, establishing the Cardiovascular Disease Advisory Committee; and providing for a Statewide stroke database.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in Department of Health, establishing the Cardiovascular Disease Advisory Committee; and providing for a Statewide stroke database.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB258/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=258","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":244752,"bill_number":"SB259","title":"Authorizing establishment and maintenance of disability savings accounts; providing an exclusion from State income tax; and imposing restrictions.","description":"An Act authorizing establishment and maintenance of disability savings accounts; providing an exclusion from State income tax; and imposing restrictions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB259/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=259","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":244753,"bill_number":"SB260","title":"Further providing for legislative intent, for consent to HIV-related tests and for counseling.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 29, 1990 (P.L.585, No.148), known as the Confidentiality of HIV-Related Information Act, further providing for legislative intent, for consent to HIV-related tests and for counseling.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 59","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB260/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=260","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":244754,"bill_number":"SB261","title":"In health and accident insurance, providing for Healthy Living Committee discount.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in health and accident insurance, providing for Healthy Living Committee discount.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB261/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=261","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":244755,"bill_number":"SB262","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"income.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for the definition of \"income.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB262/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=262","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":244756,"bill_number":"SB263","title":"Further providing for definitions, for proposed regulations and procedures for review and for criteria for review of regulations.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 25, 1982 (P.L.633, No.181), known as the Regulatory Review Act, further providing for definitions, for proposed regulations and procedures for review and for criteria for review of regulations.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 60","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB263/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=263","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":244757,"bill_number":"SB264","title":"Further providing for burial details for veterans.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for burial details for veterans.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB264/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=264","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":244758,"bill_number":"SB265","title":"Further providing for definitions, for permits, for permit application, for minimum distance between gas wells, for well class designation and for coordination of gas well drilling through active coal mines; providing for a pillar support study; and further providing for plugging gas wells penetrating workable coal seams, for penalties and for validity of other laws.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 1984 (P.L.1069, No.214), known as the Coal and Gas Resource Coordination Act, further providing for definitions, for permits, for permit application, for minimum distance between gas wells, for well class designation and for coordination of gas well drilling through active coal mines; providing for a pillar support study; and further providing for plugging gas wells penetrating workable coal seams, for penalties and for validity of other laws.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-05-13","last_action":"Act No. 2","last_action_date":"2011-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB265/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=265","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":244759,"bill_number":"SB266","title":"In offenses in general, further providing for snow or ice dislodged or falling from moving vehicle.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in offenses in general, further providing for snow or ice dislodged or falling from moving vehicle.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB266/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=266","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":244760,"bill_number":"SB267","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, changing the Commonwealth's fiscal period from one year to two years.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, changing the Commonwealth's fiscal period from one year to two years.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB267/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=267","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":244761,"bill_number":"SB268","title":"In primary and election expenses, further providing for registration; and providing for monthly reporting and for manner of filing.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in primary and election expenses, further providing for registration; and providing for monthly reporting and for manner of filing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB268/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=268","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":244762,"bill_number":"SB269","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for legislative districts.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for legislative districts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB269/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=269","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":244763,"bill_number":"SB270","title":"In terms and courses of study, providing for credit for foreign language instruction by external provider.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, providing for credit for foreign language instruction by external provider.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB270/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=270","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":244764,"bill_number":"SB271","title":"Further providing for affidavit of circulator.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for affidavit of circulator.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB271/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=271","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":244765,"bill_number":"SB272","title":"In inheritance tax, further providing for the imposition of tax, for the rate of inheritance and for returns.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in inheritance tax, further providing for the imposition of tax, for the rate of inheritance and for returns.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB272/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=272","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":244766,"bill_number":"SB274","title":"In hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for unlawful acts concerning licenses; and, in special licenses and permits, further providing for authority to issue permits, for permit fees and for falconry permits.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for unlawful acts concerning licenses; and, in special licenses and permits, further providing for authority to issue permits, for permit fees and for falconry permits.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-24","last_action":"Act No. 9","last_action_date":"2011-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB274/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=274","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":244767,"bill_number":"SB276","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of the Department of General Services.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 22, 2000 (P.L.318, No.32), known as the Downtown Location Law, further providing for powers and duties of the Department of General Services.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Act No. 72","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB276/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=276","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":244768,"bill_number":"SB278","title":"Establishing the Physician Retention Loan Forgiveness Program in the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency; providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act establishing the Physician Retention Loan Forgiveness Program in the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency; providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB278/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=278","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":244769,"bill_number":"SB280","title":"Further providing for findings and declaration of policy, for right to freedom from discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodation; defining \"marital status\"; and further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, further providing for findings and declaration of policy, for right to freedom from discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodation; defining \"marital status\"; and further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB280/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=280","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":245526,"bill_number":"HB270","title":"Further providing for the offense of sexual abuse of children.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of sexual abuse of children.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB270/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=270","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":245527,"bill_number":"HB271","title":"Providing for the offense of bullying.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the offense of bullying.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB271/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=271","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":245528,"bill_number":"HB272","title":"Establishing a task force on Lyme disease and related maladies; and providing for powers and duties of the task force, the Department of Health, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Pennsylvania Game Commission to execute prevention and education strategies.","description":"An Act establishing a task force on Lyme disease and related maladies; and providing for powers and duties of the task force, the Department of Health, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Pennsylvania Game Commission to execute prevention and education strategies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB272/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=272","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":245529,"bill_number":"HB273","title":"Authorizing public school districts to implement senior local tax reduction incentive volunteer exchange programs.","description":"An Act authorizing public school districts to implement senior local tax reduction incentive volunteer exchange programs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB273/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=273","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":245530,"bill_number":"HB274","title":"Providing for an income tax checkoff to provide funding for The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for an income tax checkoff to provide funding for The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB274/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=274","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":245531,"bill_number":"HB275","title":"Further providing for prohibited acts and penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for prohibited acts and penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB275/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=275","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":245532,"bill_number":"HB276","title":"Further providing for drug-free school zones.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for drug-free school zones.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB276/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=276","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":245533,"bill_number":"HB277","title":"Further providing for compensation of witnesses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for compensation of witnesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB277/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=277","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":245534,"bill_number":"HB282","title":"Amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.244, No.34), entitled \"An act relating to and regulating the contracts of incorporated towns and providing penalties,\" further providing for regulation of contracts; providing for annual adjustment; further providing for evasion of advertising requirements, for contracts between $750 and $10,000 and for separate bids for plumbing, heating, ventilating and electrical work.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.244, No.34), entitled \"An act relating to and regulating the contracts of incorporated towns and providing penalties,\" further providing for regulation of contracts; providing for annual adjustment; further providing for evasion of advertising requirements, for contracts between $750 and $10,000 and for separate bids for plumbing, heating, ventilating and electrical work.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB282/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=282","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245535,"bill_number":"HB283","title":"Increasing the minimum bid requirement; and providing for evasion of requirements.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1913 (P.L.155, No.104), referred to as the Separations Act, increasing the minimum bid requirement; and providing for evasion of requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-01-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB283/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=283","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245536,"bill_number":"HB284","title":"In contracts, further providing for commissioners sole contractors for county, for contract procedures, terms and bonds and advertising for bids and for evasion of advertising requirements; and, in grounds and buildings, further providing for bids for plumbing, heating, ventilating, electrical work, elevators and moving stairs.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in contracts, further providing for commissioners sole contractors for county, for contract procedures, terms and bonds and advertising for bids and for evasion of advertising requirements; and, in grounds and buildings, further providing for bids for plumbing, heating, ventilating, electrical work, elevators and moving stairs.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 86","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB284/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=284","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245537,"bill_number":"HB285","title":"Providing for adjustments based on Consumer Price Index relating to contracts and purchases; and further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception, for purchase of supplies, for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance, for project contracts and for powers and duties of institution presidents.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for adjustments based on Consumer Price Index relating to contracts and purchases; and further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception, for purchase of supplies, for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance, for project contracts and for powers and duties of institution presidents.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB285/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=285","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245538,"bill_number":"HB286","title":"Increasing the amount of purchases that may be made subject to certain conditions.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 29, 1937 (P.L.526, No.118), referred to as the Political Subdivision Joint Purchases Law, increasing the amount of purchases that may be made subject to certain conditions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB286/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=286","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245539,"bill_number":"HB287","title":"Further providing for awards of contracts, completion bond, additional bond for protection of materialmen and others.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, further providing for awards of contracts, completion bond, additional bond for protection of materialmen and others.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB287/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=287","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245540,"bill_number":"HB288","title":"Increasing the dollar amount of supplies and materials which may be purchased without advertising.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 29, 1953 (P.L.1034, No.270), known as the Public Auditorium Authorities Law, increasing the dollar amount of supplies and materials which may be purchased without advertising.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 87","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB288/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=288","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245541,"bill_number":"HB289","title":"Amending the act of August 6, 1936 (Sp.Sess., P.L.95, No.38 1/2), entitled \"An act to authorize and empower cities, boroughs, towns, and townships, separately or jointly, to provide for protection against floods by erecting and constructing certain works and improvements, located within or without their territorial limits, and within or without the county in which situate; and to expend moneys and incur indebtedness; to assess benefits against property benefited; to issue improvement bonds imposing no municipal liability; and to acquire, take, injure or destroy property for such purposes,\" further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 6, 1936 (Sp.Sess., P.L.95, No.38 1/2), entitled \"An act to authorize and empower cities, boroughs, towns, and townships, separately or jointly, to provide for protection against floods by erecting and constructing certain works and improvements, located within or without their territorial limits, and within or without the county in which situate; and to expend moneys and incur indebtedness; to assess benefits against property benefited; to issue improvement bonds imposing no municipal liability; and to acquire, take, injure or destroy property for such purposes,\" further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 88","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB289/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=289","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245542,"bill_number":"HB290","title":"In preliminary provisions, providing for adjustments based on Consumer Price Index relating to contracts and purchases; in sheriff and coroner, providing for chief deputy in counties of the second class, for deputies and clerks in counties of the second class and for public list of applicants for deputy sheriff in counties of the second class; and further providing for sheriff's employees and counties of the second class; in contracts, further regulating contracts and purchases; in grounds, property and buildings, further providing for separate specifications and contracts for certain items; and, in sports and exhibition authority, further providing for competition in award of contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, in preliminary provisions, providing for adjustments based on Consumer Price Index relating to contracts and purchases; in sheriff and coroner, providing for chief deputy in counties of the second class, for deputies and clerks in counties of the second class and for public list of applicants for deputy sheriff in counties of the second class; and further providing for sheriff's employees and counties of the second class; in contracts, further regulating contracts and purchases; in grounds, property and buildings, further providing for separate specifications and contracts for certain items; and, in sports and exhibition authority, further providing for competition in award of contracts.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 89","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB290/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=290","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245543,"bill_number":"HB291","title":"Further providing for competitive bidding of contracts by intergovernmental units, by parking authorities, by municipal authorities and by metropolitan transportation authorities and for division of transactions.","description":"An Act amending Titles 53 (Municipalities Generally) and 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for competitive bidding of contracts by intergovernmental units, by parking authorities, by municipal authorities and by metropolitan transportation authorities and for division of transactions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 90","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB291/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=291","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245544,"bill_number":"HB292","title":"In parking authorities, further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in parking authorities, further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB292/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=292","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245545,"bill_number":"HB293","title":"In metropolitan transportation authorities, further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in metropolitan transportation authorities, further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB293/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=293","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245546,"bill_number":"HB294","title":"In municipal authorities, further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB294/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=294","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":245547,"bill_number":"HB295","title":"Further providing for the duration of grants.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 23, 2002 (P.L.298, No.39), known as the Main Street Act, further providing for the duration of grants.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB295/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=295","sponsor":"Robert Freeman"},
{"bill_id":245548,"bill_number":"HB296","title":"Further providing for recreational hunting on commission-owned lands.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for recreational hunting on commission-owned lands.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB296/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=296","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":245549,"bill_number":"HB297","title":"Further providing for the limited hunting of woodchucks on Sundays.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the limited hunting of woodchucks on Sundays.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB297/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=297","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":245550,"bill_number":"HB298","title":"Providing for autopsies.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for autopsies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB298/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=298","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":245551,"bill_number":"HB299","title":"Providing for medical professional liability actions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, providing for medical professional liability actions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB299/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=299","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":245552,"bill_number":"HB301","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, authorizing legislation to limit recovery of noneconomic and punitive damages in medical malpractice actions.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, authorizing legislation to limit recovery of noneconomic and punitive damages in medical malpractice actions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB301/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=301","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":245553,"bill_number":"HB302","title":"Exempting continuing care retirement communities from the medical assistance bed approval process and allowing nursing facilities operated by continuing care retirement communities to obtain medical assistance certified beds under limited terms and conditions.","description":"An Act exempting continuing care retirement communities from the medical assistance bed approval process and allowing nursing facilities operated by continuing care retirement communities to obtain medical assistance certified beds under limited terms and conditions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB302/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=302","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":245554,"bill_number":"HB303","title":"Amending the act of May 21, 1943 (P.L.595, No.259), entitled, \"An act authorizing the Department of Property and Supplies to establish, operate and maintain restaurants, as herein defined, creating a revolving fund for this purpose, to be known as The State Restaurant Fund; and providing additional duties for the State Treasurer and the Department of Health in connection therewith,\" further providing for inspection authority and for definitions; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 21, 1943 (P.L.595, No.259), entitled, \"An act authorizing the Department of Property and Supplies to establish, operate and maintain restaurants, as herein defined, creating a revolving fund for this purpose, to be known as The State Restaurant Fund; and providing additional duties for the State Treasurer and the Department of Health in connection therewith,\" further providing for inspection authority and for definitions; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB303/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=303","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":245555,"bill_number":"HB304","title":"Providing for a statute of repose.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a statute of repose.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB304/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=304","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":245556,"bill_number":"HB305","title":"In veterans' pensions and benefits, further providing for blind veteran's pension and for paralyzed veteran's pension.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in veterans' pensions and benefits, further providing for blind veteran's pension and for paralyzed veteran's pension.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB305/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=305","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":245557,"bill_number":"HB306","title":"Establishing the Physician Retention Loan Forgiveness Program in the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency; and providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","description":"An Act establishing the Physician Retention Loan Forgiveness Program in the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency; and providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB306/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=306","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":245558,"bill_number":"HB307","title":"Further providing for the definitions of \"debt,\" \"independent financial advisor,\" \"interest rate management plan\" and \"qualified interest rate management agreement,\" for scope of unfunded debt and for treatment of costs upon refunding; and repealing provisions related to interest rate risk and interest cost management.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the definitions of \"debt,\" \"independent financial advisor,\" \"interest rate management plan\" and \"qualified interest rate management agreement,\" for scope of unfunded debt and for treatment of costs upon refunding; and repealing provisions related to interest rate risk and interest cost management.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB307/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=307","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":245559,"bill_number":"HR42","title":"Urging the Department of Health to revise its disease monitoring practices in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution urging the Department of Health to revise its disease monitoring practices in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR42/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=42","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":245560,"bill_number":"SB273","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for definitions and for sale or transfer of firearms; and, in particular rights and immunities, further providing for civil immunity for use of force and providing for declarative and injunctive relief and certain damages.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for definitions and for sale or transfer of firearms; and, in particular rights and immunities, further providing for civil immunity for use of force and providing for declarative and injunctive relief and certain damages.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB273/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=273","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":245561,"bill_number":"SB275","title":"In malt beverage tax, further providing for limited tax credits for small brewers.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in malt beverage tax, further providing for limited tax credits for small brewers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB275/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=275","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":245562,"bill_number":"SB281","title":"Further providing for commissioners sole contractors for county, for contract procedures, terms and bonds and advertising for bids and for evasion of advertising requirements.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for commissioners sole contractors for county, for contract procedures, terms and bonds and advertising for bids and for evasion of advertising requirements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB281/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=281","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":245563,"bill_number":"SB282","title":"Further regulating contracts as to purchasing and advertising requirements.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, further regulating contracts as to purchasing and advertising requirements.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 91","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB282/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=282","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":245564,"bill_number":"SB283","title":"Further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB283/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=283","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":245565,"bill_number":"SB284","title":"Further providing for contracts and acquisition of property and for general regulations concerning contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, further providing for contracts and acquisition of property and for general regulations concerning contracts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB284/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=284","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":245566,"bill_number":"SB285","title":"Further providing for regulation of contracts, for evasion of advertising requirements and for certain purchase contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, further providing for regulation of contracts, for evasion of advertising requirements and for certain purchase contracts.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 92","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB285/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=285","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":245567,"bill_number":"SB286","title":"Amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.244, No.34), entitled \"An act relating to and regulating the contracts of incorporated towns and providing penalties,\" further providing for regulation of contracts; providing for adjustment; further providing for evasion of advertising requirements, for contracts between $750 and $10,000 and for separate bids for plumbing, heating, ventilating and electrical work.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.244, No.34), entitled \"An act relating to and regulating the contracts of incorporated towns and providing penalties,\" further providing for regulation of contracts; providing for adjustment; further providing for evasion of advertising requirements, for contracts between $750 and $10,000 and for separate bids for plumbing, heating, ventilating and electrical work.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 93","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB286/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=286","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":245568,"bill_number":"SB287","title":"Further providing for competitive bidding of contracts by intergovernmental units, by parking authorities, by municipal authorities and by metropolitan transportation authorities.","description":"An Act amending Titles 53 (Municipalities Generally) and 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for competitive bidding of contracts by intergovernmental units, by parking authorities, by municipal authorities and by metropolitan transportation authorities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB287/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=287","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":245569,"bill_number":"SB288","title":"Further regulating contracts and purchases.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, further regulating contracts and purchases.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB288/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=288","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":245570,"bill_number":"SB289","title":"Amending the act of August 6, 1936 (Sp.Sess., P.L.95, No.38 1/2), entitled \"An act to authorize and empower cities, boroughs, towns, and townships, separately or jointly, to provide for protection against floods by erecting and constructing certain works and improvements, located within or without their territorial limits, and within or without the county in which situate; and to expend moneys and incur indebtedness; to assess benefits against property benefited; to issue improvement bonds imposing no municipal liability; and to acquire, take, injure or destroy property for such purposes,\" further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 6, 1936 (Sp.Sess., P.L.95, No.38 1/2), entitled \"An act to authorize and empower cities, boroughs, towns, and townships, separately or jointly, to provide for protection against floods by erecting and constructing certain works and improvements, located within or without their territorial limits, and within or without the county in which situate; and to expend moneys and incur indebtedness; to assess benefits against property benefited; to issue improvement bonds imposing no municipal liability; and to acquire, take, injure or destroy property for such purposes,\" further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB289/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=289","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":245571,"bill_number":"SB290","title":"Increasing the amount of purchases that may be made subject to certain conditions.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 29, 1937 (P.L.526, No.118), referred to as the Political Subdivision Joint Purchases Law, increasing the amount of purchases that may be made subject to certain conditions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 94","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB290/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=290","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":245572,"bill_number":"SB291","title":"Increasing the dollar amount of supplies and materials which may be purchased without advertising.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 29, 1953 (P.L.1034, No.270), known as the Public Auditorium Authorities Law, increasing the dollar amount of supplies and materials which may be purchased without advertising.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB291/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=291","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":245573,"bill_number":"SB292","title":"Further providing for contracts and acquisition of property; and providing for adjustments.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 7, 1936 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.106, No.46), referred to as the Flood Control Law, further providing for contracts and acquisition of property; and providing for adjustments.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 95","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB292/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=292","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":245574,"bill_number":"SB293","title":"Further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 5, 1947 (P.L.1217, No.498), known as the State Public School Building Authority Act, further providing for competitive bidding of contracts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB293/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=293","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":245575,"bill_number":"SB294","title":"Increasing the minimum bid requirement; and providing for evasion of requirements.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1913 (P.L.155, No.104), referred to as the Separations Act, increasing the minimum bid requirement; and providing for evasion of requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-26","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-01-26","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB294/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=294","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":245576,"bill_number":"SB295","title":"Further providing for awards of contracts, completion bond, additional bond for protection of materialmen and others.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, further providing for awards of contracts, completion bond, additional bond for protection of materialmen and others.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 96","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB295/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=295","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":245577,"bill_number":"SB296","title":"Providing for adjustments based on Consumer Price Index; and further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception, for purchase of supplies, for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance, for project contracts and for powers and duties of institution presidents.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for adjustments based on Consumer Price Index; and further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception, for purchase of supplies, for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance, for project contracts and for powers and duties of institution presidents.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Act No. 97","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB296/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=296","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":246478,"bill_number":"HB1","title":"Repealing and adding provisions relating to comparative negligence.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, repealing and adding provisions relating to comparative negligence.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":246479,"bill_number":"HB200","title":"Establishing standards for managing concussions and traumatic brain injuries to student athletes; assigning duties to the Department of Health and the Department of Education; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act establishing standards for managing concussions and traumatic brain injuries to student athletes; assigning duties to the Department of Health and the Department of Education; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Re-referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB200/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=200","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":246480,"bill_number":"HB308","title":"Further providing for sentencing procedure for murder of the first degree.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sentencing procedure for murder of the first degree.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB308/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=308","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":246481,"bill_number":"HB309","title":"Providing for a task force on drug-endangered children.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 22, 1978 (P.L.1166, No.274), referred to as the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency Law, providing for a task force on drug-endangered children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB309/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=309","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":246482,"bill_number":"HB310","title":"Further providing for charitable contributions by taxpayers.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for charitable contributions by taxpayers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB310/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=310","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":246483,"bill_number":"HB311","title":"Further providing for payment of court costs, restitution and fines.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for payment of court costs, restitution and fines.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB311/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=311","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":246484,"bill_number":"HR43","title":"Designating the month of March 2011 as \"Junior Achievement Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2011 as \"Junior Achievement Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR43/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=43","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":247712,"bill_number":"SB297","title":"Providing for prospective employee background checks.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 30, 1996 (P.L.732, No.131), known as the Pennsylvania Innkeepers' Rights Act, providing for prospective employee background checks.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB297/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=297","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":247713,"bill_number":"SB309","title":"Regulating certain services provided by a nonresident physician.","description":"An Act regulating certain services provided by a nonresident physician.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB309/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=309","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":247721,"bill_number":"SB302","title":"Further providing for annual reports; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 2, 1993 (P.L.359, No.50), known as the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund Act, further providing for annual reports; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 61","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB302/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=302","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":247726,"bill_number":"SB311","title":"Providing for a code of ethics for private detectives.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 21, 1953 (P.L.1273, No.361), known as The Private Detective Act of 1953, providing for a code of ethics for private detectives.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB311/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=311","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":247743,"bill_number":"SB300","title":"Further providing for definitions relating to the hotel occupancy tax; and making certain related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for definitions relating to the hotel occupancy tax; and making certain related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB300/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=300","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":247755,"bill_number":"SB299","title":"In accidents and accident reports, further providing for duty to give information and render aid.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in accidents and accident reports, further providing for duty to give information and render aid.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB299/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=299","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":247757,"bill_number":"SB298","title":"In district election officers, further providing for maximum ratio of compensation for district election officers.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in district election officers, further providing for maximum ratio of compensation for district election officers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB298/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=298","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":247759,"bill_number":"SB305","title":"In domestic water supplies, providing for permits relating to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 22, 1937 (P.L.1987, No.394), known as The Clean Streams Law, in domestic water supplies, providing for permits relating to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB305/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=305","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":247770,"bill_number":"SB304","title":"Further providing for public review of State implementation plans.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 8, 1960 (1959 P.L.2119, No.787), known as the Air Pollution Control Act, further providing for public review of State implementation plans.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Act No. 27","last_action_date":"2012-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB304/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=304","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":247776,"bill_number":"SB108","title":"Further providing for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB108/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=108","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":247829,"bill_number":"SB307","title":"In lobbying disclosure, further providing for registration fees, fund established, system and regulations.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in lobbying disclosure, further providing for registration fees, fund established, system and regulations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB307/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=307","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":247830,"bill_number":"SB306","title":"In educational improvement tax credit, further providing for the definitions of \"educational improvement organization\" and \"innovative educational program.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in educational improvement tax credit, further providing for the definitions of \"educational improvement organization\" and \"innovative educational program.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB306/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=306","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":247841,"bill_number":"SB303","title":"Further providing for the fund and for civil penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 18, 1988 (P.L.756, No.108), known as the Hazardous Sites Cleanup Act, further providing for the fund and for civil penalties.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB303/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=303","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":247855,"bill_number":"SB310","title":"Providing for joint payment for emergency service organization.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for joint payment for emergency service organization.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB310/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=310","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":247863,"bill_number":"SB308","title":"Amending the act of April 8, 1949 (P.L.418, No.58), entitled \"An act to provide for and regulate the accumulation, investment, and expenditure of funds by cities, boroughs, incorporated towns and townships for preparing plans for sewage disposal systems, and for the construction, improvement or replacement of sewage disposal systems for which plans have been approved by the Sanitary Water Board of the Commonwealth,\" further providing for definitions and for expenditure of fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 8, 1949 (P.L.418, No.58), entitled \"An act to provide for and regulate the accumulation, investment, and expenditure of funds by cities, boroughs, incorporated towns and townships for preparing plans for sewage disposal systems, and for the construction, improvement or replacement of sewage disposal systems for which plans have been approved by the Sanitary Water Board of the Commonwealth,\" further providing for definitions and for expenditure of fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB308/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=308","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":247906,"bill_number":"SB279","title":"In electronic voting systems, further providing for election day procedures and the process of voting; and requiring a voter-verified permanent paper record.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in electronic voting systems, further providing for election day procedures and the process of voting; and requiring a voter-verified permanent paper record.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-27","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-27","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB279/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=279","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":247922,"bill_number":"HB312","title":"Designating U.S. Route 62 in Mercer County as the Mercer County Veterans Highway.","description":"An Act designating U.S. Route 62 in Mercer County as the Mercer County Veterans Highway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 37","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB312/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=312","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":247923,"bill_number":"SB322","title":"Authorizing and directing the Department of Transportation to erect sound barriers on certain sections of Interstate 95 in Bensalem Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, with the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission to pay certain costs associated with the project.","description":"An Act authorizing and directing the Department of Transportation to erect sound barriers on certain sections of Interstate 95 in Bensalem Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, with the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission to pay certain costs associated with the project.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB322/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=322","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":247926,"bill_number":"HB329","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for qualifications of members.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for qualifications of members.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB329/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=329","sponsor":"Nickolas Kotik"},
{"bill_id":247928,"bill_number":"SB316","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for taxation exemptions and special provisions.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for taxation exemptions and special provisions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB316/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=316","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":247940,"bill_number":"HB349","title":"Further providing for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB349/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=349","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":247949,"bill_number":"HB315","title":"Further providing for exclusion from the sales tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for exclusion from the sales tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB315/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=315","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":247954,"bill_number":"SB319","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for the definition of \"emergency vehicle.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in preliminary provisions, further providing for the definition of \"emergency vehicle.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB319/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=319","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":247982,"bill_number":"SB315","title":"In offenses against the family, further providing for the offense of endangering welfare of children.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in offenses against the family, further providing for the offense of endangering welfare of children.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB315/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=315","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":247984,"bill_number":"HB333","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for regulation of genetic counselors.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 5, 1978 (P.L.1109, No.261), known as the Osteopathic Medical Practice Act, further providing for definitions; and providing for regulation of genetic counselors.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 126","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB333/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=333","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":247993,"bill_number":"SB323","title":"In forgery and fraudulent practices, providing for the offense of unlawful procurement, sale or receipt of telephone records.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in forgery and fraudulent practices, providing for the offense of unlawful procurement, sale or receipt of telephone records.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB323/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=323","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":247995,"bill_number":"HB339","title":"Providing for payments to certain local taxing authorities to offset assessments reduced under this act.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1974 (P.L.973, No.319), known as the Pennsylvania Farmland and Forest Land Assessment Act of 1974, providing for payments to certain local taxing authorities to offset assessments reduced under this act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB339/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=339","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":248002,"bill_number":"HB327","title":"In liability for tortious acts of children, further providing for establishing liability in criminal or juvenile proceedings.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in liability for tortious acts of children, further providing for establishing liability in criminal or juvenile proceedings.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB327/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=327","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":248020,"bill_number":"HB342","title":"Establishing the Community-Based Health Care Provider Access (CHCPA) Program in the Department of Health; providing for hospital health clinics and for a tax credit; and making appropriations.","description":"An Act establishing the Community-Based Health Care Provider Access (CHCPA) Program in the Department of Health; providing for hospital health clinics and for a tax credit; and making appropriations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB342/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=342","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":248043,"bill_number":"HB345","title":"Further providing for burial details for veterans.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for burial details for veterans.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 38","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB345/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=345","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":248046,"bill_number":"HB313","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for floatplane recreation.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 28, 1995 (P.L.89, No.18), known as the Conservation and Natural Resources Act, further providing for definitions; and providing for floatplane recreation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB313/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=313","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":248060,"bill_number":"HB321","title":"In support of the indigent, repealing provisions relating to relatives' liability.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in support of the indigent, repealing provisions relating to relatives' liability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB321/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=321","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":248079,"bill_number":"HB348","title":"Further providing for conduct of business by individuals and partnerships.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 14, 1952 (1951 P.L.1898, No.522), known as the Funeral Director Law, further providing for conduct of business by individuals and partnerships.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB348/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=348","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":248100,"bill_number":"HB324","title":"Further providing for additional parking regulations.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for additional parking regulations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB324/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=324","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":248112,"bill_number":"HB322","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"claimant.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for the definition of \"claimant.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB322/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=322","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":248118,"bill_number":"HB318","title":"Providing for affordable small group health care coverage; and making inconsistent repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for affordable small group health care coverage; and making inconsistent repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB318/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=318","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":248124,"bill_number":"SB325","title":"Providing for gas and hazardous liquids pipelines and for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission; and imposing civil penalties.","description":"An Act providing for gas and hazardous liquids pipelines and for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission; and imposing civil penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-04-07","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB325/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=325","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":248128,"bill_number":"HB319","title":"Providing for prohibition on health care provider self-referral.","description":"An Act providing for prohibition on health care provider self-referral.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB319/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=319","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":248151,"bill_number":"HB331","title":"Further providing for definitions, for registration of sexual offenders and for sentence for failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for registration of sexual offenders and for sentence for failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB331/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=331","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":248157,"bill_number":"HB336","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB336/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=336","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":248164,"bill_number":"HB337","title":"Providing for licensing of elevator contractors and mechanics; and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry.","description":"An Act providing for licensing of elevator contractors and mechanics; and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB337/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=337","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":248185,"bill_number":"HB352","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"home improvement,\" for procedures for registration, for voidable clauses and for prohibited acts.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 17, 2008 (P.L.1645, No.132), known as the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act, further providing for the definition of \"home improvement,\" for procedures for registration, for voidable clauses and for prohibited acts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB352/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=352","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":248189,"bill_number":"HB328","title":"Providing guidelines for preauthorized electronic funds transfers for financial institutions.","description":"An Act providing guidelines for preauthorized electronic funds transfers for financial institutions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB328/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=328","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":248195,"bill_number":"HB343","title":"Further providing for assistance to volunteer fire companies, ambulance service and rescue squads.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 15, 1976 (P.L.1036, No.208), known as the Volunteer Fire Company, Ambulance Service and Rescue Squad Assistance Act, further providing for assistance to volunteer fire companies, ambulance service and rescue squads.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB343/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=343","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":248196,"bill_number":"HB40","title":"Further providing, in general principles of justification, for definitions, for use of force in self-protection, for use of force for the protection of other persons, for grading of theft offenses and for licenses to carry firearms; and providing for civil immunity for use of force.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing, in general principles of justification, for definitions, for use of force in self-protection, for use of force for the protection of other persons, for grading of theft offenses and for licenses to carry firearms; and providing for civil immunity for use of force.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Act No. 10","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB40/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=40","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":248219,"bill_number":"SB314","title":"Defining \"interactive wireless communications device\"; and prohibiting use of interactive wireless communications devices for text-based communications while operating motor vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, defining \"interactive wireless communications device\"; and prohibiting use of interactive wireless communications devices for text-based communications while operating motor vehicles.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Act No. 98","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB314/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=314","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":248222,"bill_number":"SB317","title":"Providing for a freeze on real estate taxes for senior citizens.","description":"An Act providing for a freeze on real estate taxes for senior citizens.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB317/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=317","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":248226,"bill_number":"HB314","title":"Further providing for exceptions to operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for exceptions to operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB314/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=314","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":248232,"bill_number":"SB324","title":"In special funds, establishing the Revenue Enhancement Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in special funds, establishing the Revenue Enhancement Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB324/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=324","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":248235,"bill_number":"HB316","title":"Authorizing the Governor to award a distinguished military service medal; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act authorizing the Governor to award a distinguished military service medal; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB316/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=316","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":248247,"bill_number":"HB330","title":"Further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines, etc. and for municipal corporation portion of fines, etc.; defining \"interactive wireless communication device\"; further providing for junior driver's license, for learners' permits and for suspension of operating privilege; prohibiting use of interactive wireless communication device; and further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors, for duty of driver in emergency response areas, for accident report forms, for department to compile, tabulate and analyze accident reports, for television equipment, for restraint systems and for applicability and uniformity of title.","description":"An Act amending Titles 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines, etc. and for municipal corporation portion of fines, etc.; defining \"interactive wireless communication device\"; further providing for junior driver's license, for learners' permits and for suspension of operating privilege; prohibiting use of interactive wireless communication device; and further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors, for duty of driver in emergency response areas, for accident report forms, for department to compile, tabulate and analyze accident reports, for television equipment, for restraint systems and for applicability and uniformity of title.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB330/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=330","sponsor":"Josh Shapiro"},
{"bill_id":248250,"bill_number":"HB351","title":"In film production tax credit, further providing for limitations; and authorizing an onsite use natural gas well tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in film production tax credit, further providing for limitations; and authorizing an onsite use natural gas well tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB351/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=351","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":248252,"bill_number":"HB326","title":"Amending the act of December 19, 1996 (P.L.1478, No.190), entitled \"An act relating to the recycling and reuse of waste tires; providing for the proper disposal of waste tires and the cleanup of stockpiled tires; authorizing investment tax credits for utilizing waste tires; providing remediation grants for the cleanup of tire piles and for pollution prevention programs for small business and households; establishing the Small Business and Household Pollution Prevention Program and management standards for small business hazardous waste; providing for a household hazardous waste program and for grant programs; making appropriations; and making repeals,\" in small business and household pollution prevention program, further providing for grants for collection agents.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1996 (P.L.1478, No.190), entitled \"An act relating to the recycling and reuse of waste tires; providing for the proper disposal of waste tires and the cleanup of stockpiled tires; authorizing investment tax credits for utilizing waste tires; providing remediation grants for the cleanup of tire piles and for pollution prevention programs for small business and households; establishing the Small Business and Household Pollution Prevention Program and management standards for small business hazardous waste; providing for a household hazardous waste program and for grant programs; making appropriations; and making repeals,\" in small business and household pollution prevention program, further providing for grants for collection agents.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB326/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=326","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":248260,"bill_number":"HB347","title":"Further providing for unlawful devices and methods.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for unlawful devices and methods.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB347/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=347","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":248277,"bill_number":"HB325","title":"Providing for the offense of homicide by vehicle while fleeing or attempting to elude police officer.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the offense of homicide by vehicle while fleeing or attempting to elude police officer.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB325/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=325","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":248281,"bill_number":"SB320","title":"Further providing for additions to tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for additions to tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB320/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=320","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":248285,"bill_number":"HB341","title":"Providing for electronic prescriptions and for duties of the Department of Health; establishing the Medical Assistance Health Information Technology Incentive Payment Program in the Department of Public Welfare; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for electronic prescriptions and for duties of the Department of Health; establishing the Medical Assistance Health Information Technology Incentive Payment Program in the Department of Public Welfare; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB341/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=341","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":248307,"bill_number":"HB334","title":"In discipline, removal and retirement of judicial officers, further prohibiting magisterial district judges serving as arbitrators.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in discipline, removal and retirement of judicial officers, further prohibiting magisterial district judges serving as arbitrators.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB334/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=334","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":248320,"bill_number":"HB332","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for regulation of genetic counselors.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 20, 1985 (P.L.457, No.112), known as the Medical Practice Act of 1985, further providing for definitions; and providing for regulation of genetic counselors.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 125","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB332/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=332","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":248327,"bill_number":"HB320","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for registration and permits for pharmacy technicians; and further providing for multiple licensure, for refusal to grant, revocation and suspension, for State Board of Pharmacy, for hearings and suspensions and for injunction.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 27, 1961 (P.L.1700, No.699), known as the Pharmacy Act, further providing for definitions; providing for registration and permits for pharmacy technicians; and further providing for multiple licensure, for refusal to grant, revocation and suspension, for State Board of Pharmacy, for hearings and suspensions and for injunction.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB320/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=320","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":248328,"bill_number":"HB338","title":"Further providing for definitions, for immunity from liability, for complaint files and for amendment or expunction of information.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for immunity from liability, for complaint files and for amendment or expunction of information.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB338/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=338","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":248336,"bill_number":"SB169","title":"Further providing for definitions, for permitted games of chance, for prize limits, for insured games, for limited sales, for recordkeeping, for eligible organizations' use of locations for conducting small games of chance, for separate individual prize limitations, for enforcement and for advertising.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for definitions, for permitted games of chance, for prize limits, for insured games, for limited sales, for recordkeeping, for eligible organizations' use of locations for conducting small games of chance, for separate individual prize limitations, for enforcement and for advertising.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB169/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=169","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":248345,"bill_number":"SB318","title":"Further providing for income tax returns.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for income tax returns.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB318/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=318","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":248346,"bill_number":"HB317","title":"Further providing for sentencing procedure for murder of the first degree.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sentencing procedure for murder of the first degree.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB317/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=317","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":248351,"bill_number":"SB321","title":"In weights and measures, further providing for definitions, for specific powers and duties of department and regulations, for general testing and inspections and for prohibited acts; abrogating regulations; and making an inconsistent repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in weights and measures, further providing for definitions, for specific powers and duties of department and regulations, for general testing and inspections and for prohibited acts; abrogating regulations; and making an inconsistent repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB321/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=321","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":248383,"bill_number":"HB323","title":"Further defining \"installment sales method of reporting\" for purposes of the personal income tax; and further providing for excluded transactions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further defining \"installment sales method of reporting\" for purposes of the personal income tax; and further providing for excluded transactions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB323/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=323","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":248389,"bill_number":"SB313","title":"Amending the act of June 29, 2006 (P.L.281, No.60), entitled \"An act relating to confidentiality of Social Security numbers; and making a related repeal,\" further providing for title of act; extending privacy provisions to certain confidential individual information; and further providing for applicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 29, 2006 (P.L.281, No.60), entitled \"An act relating to confidentiality of Social Security numbers; and making a related repeal,\" further providing for title of act; extending privacy provisions to certain confidential individual information; and further providing for applicability.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Communications & Technology","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB313/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=313","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":248391,"bill_number":"HB350","title":"Further providing for administration and enforcement.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for administration and enforcement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB350/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=350","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":248418,"bill_number":"HB344","title":"Providing for gas and hazardous liquids pipelines and for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission; and imposing civil penalties.","description":"An Act providing for gas and hazardous liquids pipelines and for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission; and imposing civil penalties.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 127","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB344/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=344","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":248424,"bill_number":"HB346","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"income.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of August 26, 1971 (P.L.351, No.91), known as the State Lottery Law, further providing for the definition of \"income.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB346/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=346","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":248436,"bill_number":"HB340","title":"Further providing for selling or furnishing liquor or malt or brewed beverages to minors, for restriction of operating privileges and for suspension of operating privilege.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for selling or furnishing liquor or malt or brewed beverages to minors, for restriction of operating privileges and for suspension of operating privilege.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB340/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=340","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":248437,"bill_number":"SB312","title":"In Commonwealth agency fees, further providing for Department of State; and providing for a uniform code.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in Commonwealth agency fees, further providing for Department of State; and providing for a uniform code.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB312/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=312","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":248447,"bill_number":"HB335","title":"Providing for the acquisition of property by the Commonwealth and local government units to mitigate flood hazards.","description":"An Act providing for the acquisition of property by the Commonwealth and local government units to mitigate flood hazards.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB335/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=335","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":248449,"bill_number":"HR45","title":"Designating the month of February 2011 as \"Career and Technical Education Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of February 2011 as \"Career and Technical Education Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR45/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=45","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":248612,"bill_number":"HB355","title":"Providing for immigration matters; and imposing penalties and duties on the Department of Labor and Industry, Pennsylvania State Police, Secretary of State and Attorney General.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for immigration matters; and imposing penalties and duties on the Department of Labor and Industry, Pennsylvania State Police, Secretary of State and Attorney General.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Re-referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB355/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=355","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":248615,"bill_number":"HR49","title":"Claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over certain powers, serving notice to the Federal Government to cease and desist certain mandates, providing that certain Federal legislation be prohibited or repealed and directing distribution.","description":"A Resolution claiming sovereignty under the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of the United States over certain powers, serving notice to the Federal Government to cease and desist certain mandates, providing that certain Federal legislation be prohibited or repealed and directing distribution.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR49/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=49","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248621,"bill_number":"SB331","title":"In assault, providing for the offense of aggravated assault by a person in custody.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, providing for the offense of aggravated assault by a person in custody.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB331/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=331","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":248627,"bill_number":"SB329","title":"Providing for suspension of reporting.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for suspension of reporting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB329/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=329","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":248628,"bill_number":"HB368","title":"Establishing a time frame for public review on proposed budgets.","description":"An Act establishing a time frame for public review on proposed budgets.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB368/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=368","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248632,"bill_number":"HB362","title":"In just compensation and measure of damages, further providing for the reimbursement of appraisal, attorney and engineering fees.","description":"An Act amending Title 26 (Eminent Domain) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in just compensation and measure of damages, further providing for the reimbursement of appraisal, attorney and engineering fees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB362/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=362","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248637,"bill_number":"SB330","title":"Further providing for public referendum requirements and for installment payment of school real property taxes.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for public referendum requirements and for installment payment of school real property taxes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 25","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB330/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=330","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":248647,"bill_number":"HB369","title":"Further providing for indoor tanning.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for indoor tanning.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB369/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=369","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248660,"bill_number":"SB336","title":"In registration of sexual offenders, further providing for registration of certain offenders, for registration procedures and applicability, for verification of residence and for information made available on the Internet.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for registration of certain offenders, for registration procedures and applicability, for verification of residence and for information made available on the Internet.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB336/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=336","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":248661,"bill_number":"HR48","title":"Honoring the life of United States Army Major Richard D. Winters, who died on January 2, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of United States Army Major Richard D. Winters, who died on January 2, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR48/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=48","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":248679,"bill_number":"HR44","title":"Designating February 8, 2011, as \"Peripartum Cardiomyopathy Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania; and urging the National Institutes of Health to recognize \"Peripartum Cardiomyopathy Awareness Day\" and to advance research relating to peripartum cardiomyopathy.","description":"A Resolution designating February 8, 2011, as \"Peripartum Cardiomyopathy Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania; and urging the National Institutes of Health to recognize \"Peripartum Cardiomyopathy Awareness Day\" and to advance research relating to peripartum cardiomyopathy.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR44/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=44","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":248696,"bill_number":"SB327","title":"Further providing for election of school directors.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for election of school directors.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB327/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=327","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":248705,"bill_number":"HB359","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for sessions.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for sessions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB359/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=359","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248709,"bill_number":"SB328","title":"In pupils and attendance, further providing for suspension of operating privilege.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, further providing for suspension of operating privilege.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB328/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=328","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":248729,"bill_number":"HB370","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Kyle A. and Tamara J. Boltz certain lands situate in Union Township, Lebanon County, in exchange for Kyle A. and Tamara J. Boltz's granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, to be added to those existing lands at Swatara State Park.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Kyle A. and Tamara J. Boltz certain lands situate in Union Township, Lebanon County, in exchange for Kyle A. and Tamara J. Boltz's granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, to be added to those existing lands at Swatara State Park.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB370/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=370","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248730,"bill_number":"HB363","title":"Further providing for exemption of persons, entities and vehicles from fees.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for exemption of persons, entities and vehicles from fees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB363/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=363","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248751,"bill_number":"SB338","title":"Providing for the National Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline Notification Act; imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for the National Human Trafficking Resource Center Hotline Notification Act; imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB338/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=338","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":248754,"bill_number":"SB340","title":"Selecting, designating and adopting anthracite or \"hard coal\" as the official rock of the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act selecting, designating and adopting anthracite or \"hard coal\" as the official rock of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB340/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=340","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":248759,"bill_number":"HB366","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB366/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=366","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248779,"bill_number":"HB354","title":"Providing for animal abuser registry.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for animal abuser registry.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB354/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=354","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":248784,"bill_number":"HB357","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth, for explanation of ballot question and for form of official election ballot.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth, for explanation of ballot question and for form of official election ballot.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB357/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=357","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":248785,"bill_number":"HB364","title":"Further providing for exceptions for public records.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, further providing for exceptions for public records.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB364/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=364","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248801,"bill_number":"HB353","title":"Providing for municipal authority to establish maximum saturation ratios for licensed establishments.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, providing for municipal authority to establish maximum saturation ratios for licensed establishments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB353/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=353","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":248814,"bill_number":"HB365","title":"Further providing for Schedule I controlled substances.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for Schedule I controlled substances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB365/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=365","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248824,"bill_number":"SB342","title":"Further providing for definitions, for creation of board, for requirements for licensure, for practice and referral, for renewal of licenses and for refusal, suspension or revocation of license; and providing for impaired professionals program.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 15, 1982 (P.L.502, No.140), known as the Occupational Therapy Practice Act, further providing for definitions, for creation of board, for requirements for licensure, for practice and referral, for renewal of licenses and for refusal, suspension or revocation of license; and providing for impaired professionals program.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Bill, together with Governor's Veto Message, laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB342/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=342","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":248852,"bill_number":"HB361","title":"Providing for the English language as the official language of the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act providing for the English language as the official language of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB361/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=361","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248854,"bill_number":"SB333","title":"Providing for home energy assistance to certain persons through payment of matching funds to the hardship funds of certain home energy providers and for powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act providing for home energy assistance to certain persons through payment of matching funds to the hardship funds of certain home energy providers and for powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB333/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=333","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":248858,"bill_number":"SB337","title":"Providing for a limited constitutional convention, for a referendum on the question, for the selection, nomination and election of delegates; defining the powers and duties of the convention; providing for the convention's operation; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, officers of the General Assembly and county election boards; providing for a referendum on the convention's report; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for a limited constitutional convention, for a referendum on the question, for the selection, nomination and election of delegates; defining the powers and duties of the convention; providing for the convention's operation; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, officers of the General Assembly and county election boards; providing for a referendum on the convention's report; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB337/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=337","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":248862,"bill_number":"HR46","title":"Designating March 1, 2011, as \"Saint David's Day\" to be observed throughout this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution designating March 1, 2011, as \"Saint David's Day\" to be observed throughout this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR46/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=46","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":248864,"bill_number":"SB334","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for charitable contributions by taxpayers.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for charitable contributions by taxpayers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB334/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=334","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":248880,"bill_number":"SB332","title":"In open meetings, further providing for executive sessions.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in open meetings, further providing for executive sessions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB332/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=332","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":248893,"bill_number":"HR47","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Child Abuse Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Child Abuse Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR47/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=47","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":248923,"bill_number":"HB360","title":"In tax for education, further providing for exclusions from tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in tax for education, further providing for exclusions from tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB360/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=360","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248935,"bill_number":"SB341","title":"Authorizing an Automotive Fuel Testing and Disclosure Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, authorizing an Automotive Fuel Testing and Disclosure Program.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-11-01","last_action":"Act No. 208","last_action_date":"2012-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB341/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=341","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":248942,"bill_number":"HB358","title":"Phasing out inheritance and estate tax provisions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, phasing out inheritance and estate tax provisions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB358/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=358","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":248953,"bill_number":"HB356","title":"Reenacting and amending provisions relating to employment incentive payments.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, reenacting and amending provisions relating to employment incentive payments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB356/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=356","sponsor":"Michael Peifer"},
{"bill_id":248972,"bill_number":"SB335","title":"Requiring health insurers to disclose fee schedules and all rules and algorithms relating thereto; requiring health insurers to provide full payment to physicians when more than one surgical procedure is performed on the patient by the same physician during one continuous operating procedure; and providing for causes of action and for penalties.","description":"An Act requiring health insurers to disclose fee schedules and all rules and algorithms relating thereto; requiring health insurers to provide full payment to physicians when more than one surgical procedure is performed on the patient by the same physician during one continuous operating procedure; and providing for causes of action and for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-28","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-28","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB335/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=335","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":248979,"bill_number":"HB367","title":"Further providing for eligibility and for amount.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for eligibility and for amount.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB367/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=367","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":249003,"bill_number":"HB381","title":"In Treasury Department, providing for limitations on investment relationships and campaign contributions.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in Treasury Department, providing for limitations on investment relationships and campaign contributions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB381/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=381","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":249033,"bill_number":"HB390","title":"Designating Route 202 Parkway on State Route 202 connecting State Route 63 in Montgomery Township, Montgomery County, and State Route 611 in Doylestown Township, Bucks County, as the George A. Penglase Memorial Parkway.","description":"An Act designating Route 202 Parkway on State Route 202 connecting State Route 63 in Montgomery Township, Montgomery County, and State Route 611 in Doylestown Township, Bucks County, as the George A. Penglase Memorial Parkway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 39","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB390/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=390","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":249088,"bill_number":"HB373","title":"Further providing for general powers.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, further providing for general powers.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Act No. 12","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB373/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=373","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":249110,"bill_number":"HB386","title":"Providing for a tax credit program to support community-based mental retardation services in this Commonwealth.","description":"An Act providing for a tax credit program to support community-based mental retardation services in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB386/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=386","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":249201,"bill_number":"HB385","title":"Adopting the Honor and Remember Flag as an official flag to recognize and honor fallen members of the armed forces; and imposing duties on the Department of General Services.","description":"An Act adopting the Honor and Remember Flag as an official flag to recognize and honor fallen members of the armed forces; and imposing duties on the Department of General Services.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 19","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB385/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=385","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":249208,"bill_number":"HB375","title":"Providing for oil and gas estate abandonment and for preservation of interests in oil and gas.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 11, 2006 (P.L.1134, No.115), known as the Dormant Oil and Gas Act, providing for oil and gas estate abandonment and for preservation of interests in oil and gas.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB375/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=375","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":249260,"bill_number":"HB387","title":"Further providing for drug-free school zones.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for drug-free school zones.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB387/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=387","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":249302,"bill_number":"HB371","title":"Further providing for sales of personal property.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, further providing for sales of personal property.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB371/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=371","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":249348,"bill_number":"HB372","title":"Further providing for suits and property.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, further providing for suits and property.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-11","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB372/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=372","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":249368,"bill_number":"HB382","title":"Further providing for unlawful acts and penalties and for unwanted telephone solicitation calls prohibited.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.911, No.147), known as the Telemarketer Registration Act, further providing for unlawful acts and penalties and for unwanted telephone solicitation calls prohibited.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB382/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=382","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":249528,"bill_number":"HB380","title":"Requiring construction industry employers to verify the Social Security numbers of all employees for purposes of wage reporting and employment eligibility; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; prescribing sanctions; and establishing good faith immunity under certain circumstances.","description":"An Act requiring construction industry employers to verify the Social Security numbers of all employees for purposes of wage reporting and employment eligibility; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; prescribing sanctions; and establishing good faith immunity under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB380/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=380","sponsor":"John Galloway"},
{"bill_id":249587,"bill_number":"HB384","title":"Providing for presentation checks delivered by government officials of the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act providing for presentation checks delivered by government officials of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB384/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=384","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":249753,"bill_number":"HB383","title":"Providing for freedom of conscience of health care providers and health care institutions.","description":"An Act providing for freedom of conscience of health care providers and health care institutions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB383/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=383","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":249889,"bill_number":"HB389","title":"Designating the Mill Creek Bridge on the new Route 202 Parkway in Warrington Township, Bucks County, as the George W. Niblock Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the Mill Creek Bridge on the new Route 202 Parkway in Warrington Township, Bucks County, as the George W. Niblock Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-10-27","last_action":"Act No. 82","last_action_date":"2011-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB389/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=389","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":249903,"bill_number":"HB374","title":"Amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.244, No.34), entitled \"An act relating to and regulating the contracts of incorporated towns and providing penalties,\" further providing for power to convey.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.244, No.34), entitled \"An act relating to and regulating the contracts of incorporated towns and providing penalties,\" further providing for power to convey.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Act No. 13","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB374/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=374","sponsor":"David Millard"},
{"bill_id":249954,"bill_number":"HB36","title":"In grounds and buildings, further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exceptions; in charter schools, further providing for charter school requirements; in education empowerment, further providing for applicability; in Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, further providing for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance; in State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts; and making a related repeal.","description":"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 work to be done under contract let on bids and exceptions; in charter schools, further providing for charter school requirements; in education empowerment, further providing for applicability; in Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, further providing for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance; in State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB36/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=36","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":250180,"bill_number":"HB377","title":"Further providing for Uniform Construction Code Review and Advisory Council, for revised or successor codes and for exemptions.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for Uniform Construction Code Review and Advisory Council, for revised or successor codes and for exemptions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Act No. 1","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB377/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=377","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":250195,"bill_number":"HB379","title":"In contracts for public works, providing for verification of the Social Security numbers of all employees for purposes of wage reporting and employment eligibility; prescribing penalties; and establishing good faith immunity under certain circumstances.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in contracts for public works, providing for verification of the Social Security numbers of all employees for purposes of wage reporting and employment eligibility; prescribing penalties; and establishing good faith immunity under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB379/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=379","sponsor":"John Galloway"},
{"bill_id":250225,"bill_number":"HB388","title":"Providing for liability rules applicable to product sellers.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for liability rules applicable to product sellers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB388/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=388","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":250309,"bill_number":"HB143","title":"Further providing for split-off, separation or transfer, leasing for wireless service, utilization of land or conveyance of rights for exploration or extraction of gas, oil or coal bed methane, utilization of land for commercial alternative energy generation, death of landowner and temporary leases.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1974 (P.L.973, No.319), known as the Pennsylvania Farmland and Forest Land Assessment Act of 1974, further providing for split-off, separation or transfer, leasing for wireless service, utilization of land or conveyance of rights for exploration or extraction of gas, oil or coal bed methane, utilization of land for commercial alternative energy generation, death of landowner and temporary leases.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 34","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB143/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=143","sponsor":"Sandra Major"},
{"bill_id":250311,"bill_number":"HB376","title":"Further providing for definitions; in rates and ratemaking, further providing for sliding scale of rates and adjustments; and, in service and facilities, further providing for ownership and maintenance of natural gas and artificial gas service lines.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; in rates and ratemaking, further providing for sliding scale of rates and adjustments; and, in service and facilities, further providing for ownership and maintenance of natural gas and artificial gas service lines.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB376/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=376","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":250398,"bill_number":"HB378","title":"Further providing for definitions and for the State Civil Service Commission.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 5, 1941 (P.L.752, No.286), known as the Civil Service Act, further providing for definitions and for the State Civil Service Commission.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Act No. 76","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB378/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=378","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":250631,"bill_number":"SB210","title":"Establishing a task force on Lyme disease and related maladies; and providing for powers and duties of the task force, the Department of Health, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Pennsylvania Game Commission to execute prevention and education strategies.","description":"An Act establishing a task force on Lyme disease and related maladies; and providing for powers and duties of the task force, the Department of Health, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Pennsylvania Game Commission to execute prevention and education strategies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB210/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=210","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":250671,"bill_number":"SB243","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to Ohiopyle Borough certain lands situate in Ohiopyle Borough, Fayette County, in exchange for Ohiopyle Borough granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to those existing lands at Ohiopyle State Park.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to Ohiopyle Borough certain lands situate in Ohiopyle Borough, Fayette County, in exchange for Ohiopyle Borough granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to those existing lands at Ohiopyle State Park.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB243/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=243","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":250686,"bill_number":"SB348","title":"Further providing for educational support services providers and for payments of grants.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for educational support services providers and for payments of grants.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB348/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=348","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":250694,"bill_number":"HB396","title":"Further providing for drug delivery resulting in death and for sentences for second and subsequent offenses.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for drug delivery resulting in death and for sentences for second and subsequent offenses.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 40","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB396/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=396","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":250726,"bill_number":"HB392","title":"Further providing for Assistance Recipient Identification Program and for local administration of assistance.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for Assistance Recipient Identification Program and for local administration of assistance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB392/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=392","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":250781,"bill_number":"SB200","title":"Establishing standards for managing concussions and traumatic brain injuries to student athletes; assigning duties to the Department of Health and the Department of Education; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act establishing standards for managing concussions and traumatic brain injuries to student athletes; assigning duties to the Department of Health and the Department of Education; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Act No. 101","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB200/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=200","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":250784,"bill_number":"SB347","title":"Restricting the location of waste disposal facilities near schools.","description":"An Act restricting the location of waste disposal facilities near schools.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB347/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=347","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":250828,"bill_number":"SB346","title":"Establishing the Judicial Education Program in Domestic Violence; and requiring judges to attend and successfully complete the program.","description":"An Act establishing the Judicial Education Program in Domestic Violence; and requiring judges to attend and successfully complete the program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB346/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=346","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":250829,"bill_number":"HB395","title":"Further providing for purchase, consumption, possession or transportation of liquor or malt or brewed beverages.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for purchase, consumption, possession or transportation of liquor or malt or brewed beverages.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB395/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=395","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":250836,"bill_number":"SB277","title":"Providing for the establishment of cooperative community development programs throughout this Commonwealth utilizing the resources of the Commonwealth, local municipalities and employers to encourage employees to locate near and reside in communities located close to employer worksites; establishing a tax credit program to encourage employer participation; and imposing additional powers and duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development and the Department of Revenue.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment of cooperative community development programs throughout this Commonwealth utilizing the resources of the Commonwealth, local municipalities and employers to encourage employees to locate near and reside in communities located close to employer worksites; establishing a tax credit program to encourage employer participation; and imposing additional powers and duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development and the Department of Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB277/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=277","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":250839,"bill_number":"SB301","title":"Further providing for split off, separation or transfer.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1974 (P.L.973, No.319), known as the Pennsylvania Farmland and Forest Land Assessment Act of 1974, further providing for split off, separation or transfer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB301/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=301","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":250857,"bill_number":"HB391","title":"Providing for appointment of members of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board by imposing restrictions on appointment of members or former members of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act providing for appointment of members of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board by imposing restrictions on appointment of members or former members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB391/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=391","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":250866,"bill_number":"SB326","title":"Providing for certificate of birth resulting in stillbirth.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 29, 1953 (P.L.304, No.66), known as the Vital Statistics Law of 1953, providing for certificate of birth resulting in stillbirth.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 62","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB326/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=326","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":250877,"bill_number":"SB248","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of municipalities and for jurisdiction of court of common pleas.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1987 (P.L.246, No.47), known as the Municipalities Financial Recovery Act, further providing for powers and duties of municipalities and for jurisdiction of court of common pleas.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB248/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=248","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":250880,"bill_number":"SB240","title":"Establishing the Lupus Education and Awareness Program and the Interagency and Partnership Advisory Panel on Lupus; and providing for powers and duties of the Department of Health.","description":"An Act establishing the Lupus Education and Awareness Program and the Interagency and Partnership Advisory Panel on Lupus; and providing for powers and duties of the Department of Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB240/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=240","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":250912,"bill_number":"SB350","title":"Establishing the Identity Theft Prevention and Restoration Program.","description":"An Act establishing the Identity Theft Prevention and Restoration Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB350/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=350","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":250941,"bill_number":"SB345","title":"Further providing for compilation of war records and the director of veterans affairs.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for compilation of war records and the director of veterans affairs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB345/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=345","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":250962,"bill_number":"HB394","title":"Repealing the act of May 15, 1945 (P.L.545, No.215), entitled \"An act relating to the rate of pay for policemen, firemen and park guards in cities of the first class; providing for a system whereby policemen, firemen and park guards of cities of the first class who shall enter, or who shall have entered, the military service during the present hostilities shall be paid upon honorable discharge and re-entry into the police, fire or park guard service at the same rate of pay as if they had actually served on the police force, fire bureau or park guard force of cities of the first class during the years, months or days they were in the military service.\"","description":"An Act repealing the act of May 15, 1945 (P.L.545, No.215), entitled \"An act relating to the rate of pay for policemen, firemen and park guards in cities of the first class; providing for a system whereby policemen, firemen and park guards of cities of the first class who shall enter, or who shall have entered, the military service during the present hostilities shall be paid upon honorable discharge and re-entry into the police, fire or park guard service at the same rate of pay as if they had actually served on the police force, fire bureau or park guard force of cities of the first class during the years, months or days they were in the military service.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB394/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=394","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":250966,"bill_number":"SB349","title":"Providing for the regulation of indoor tanning facilities; establishing the Indoor Tanning Regulation Fund; and providing for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for the regulation of indoor tanning facilities; establishing the Indoor Tanning Regulation Fund; and providing for penalties.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB349/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=349","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":250979,"bill_number":"SB339","title":"Establishing a life sciences education tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, establishing a life sciences education tax credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-01-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-01-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB339/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=339","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":251007,"bill_number":"SB361","title":"Further providing for disclosure of records.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 29, 1953 (P.L.304, No.66), known as the Vital Statistics Law of 1953, further providing for disclosure of records.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-15","last_action":"Act No. 110","last_action_date":"2011-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB361/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=361","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":251104,"bill_number":"HB398","title":"Providing for registration of appraisal management companies, for powers of the State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers with respect to appraisal management companies, for the responsibilities and duties of appraisal management companies, for prohibited activities, for discipline and for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for registration of appraisal management companies, for powers of the State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers with respect to appraisal management companies, for the responsibilities and duties of appraisal management companies, for prohibited activities, for discipline and for penalties.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-02","last_action":"Act No. 4","last_action_date":"2012-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB398/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=398","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":251186,"bill_number":"SB363","title":"Further providing for notice of election of tort options and for definitions.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for notice of election of tort options and for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB363/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=363","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":251246,"bill_number":"HB397","title":"In Commonwealth Procurement Code, providing for contracts in accordance with policies and procedures of the Secretary of the Budget.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth Procurement Code, providing for contracts in accordance with policies and procedures of the Secretary of the Budget.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB397/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=397","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":251254,"bill_number":"SB343","title":"In preliminary provisions, providing for collection of identifying information of students attending institutions of higher education.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, providing for collection of identifying information of students attending institutions of higher education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB343/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=343","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":251289,"bill_number":"SB353","title":"Prohibiting private transfer fee obligations; and providing for notice and disclosure of existing private transfer fee obligations.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting private transfer fee obligations; and providing for notice and disclosure of existing private transfer fee obligations.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB353/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=353","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":251368,"bill_number":"SB364","title":"Providing for green work force training and for a transfer of funding.","description":"An Act providing for green work force training and for a transfer of funding.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB364/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=364","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":251380,"bill_number":"HB393","title":"Prohibiting discrimination against volunteer ambulance services.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, prohibiting discrimination against volunteer ambulance services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB393/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=393","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":251393,"bill_number":"SB355","title":"Providing for the electronic swiping of a driver's license or identification card.","description":"An Act providing for the electronic swiping of a driver's license or identification card.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB355/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=355","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":251462,"bill_number":"SB362","title":"In powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare and its departmental administrative and advisory boards and commissions, providing for eligibility for subsidized child day care.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare and its departmental administrative and advisory boards and commissions, providing for eligibility for subsidized child day care.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB362/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=362","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":251480,"bill_number":"HR50","title":"Honoring Frank L. Oliver for his 37 years of service to the Commonwealth as a member of the House of Representatives and declaring April 15, 2011, as \"The Honorable Frank L. Oliver Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring Frank L. Oliver for his 37 years of service to the Commonwealth as a member of the House of Representatives and declaring April 15, 2011, as \"The Honorable Frank L. Oliver Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR50/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=50","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":251545,"bill_number":"SB365","title":"In judgments and other liens, providing for exemption from certain money judgments of hospitals.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in judgments and other liens, providing for exemption from certain money judgments of hospitals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB365/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=365","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":251566,"bill_number":"SB354","title":"Relating to compliance with the Federal REAL ID Act of 2005.","description":"An Act relating to compliance with the Federal REAL ID Act of 2005.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Act No. 38","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB354/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=354","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":251640,"bill_number":"SB352","title":"Imposing a tax on the extraction of natural gas; providing for natural resource severance tax license, for duties of the Department of Revenue, for tax assessments and tax liens; imposing penalties; providing for service of process, for rulemaking, for cooperation with other governments and for bonds; establishing the Natural Gas Conservation and Community Investment Fund; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending Title 72 (Taxation and Fiscal Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, imposing a tax on the extraction of natural gas; providing for natural resource severance tax license, for duties of the Department of Revenue, for tax assessments and tax liens; imposing penalties; providing for service of process, for rulemaking, for cooperation with other governments and for bonds; establishing the Natural Gas Conservation and Community Investment Fund; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB352/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=352","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":251676,"bill_number":"SB344","title":"Providing for public-private transportation partnerships; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for public-private transportation partnerships; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-15","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB344/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=344","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":251722,"bill_number":"SB356","title":"Providing for biometric protection and for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for biometric protection and for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB356/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=356","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":251837,"bill_number":"SB374","title":"Further providing for travel expenses of administrative officials and personnel.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for travel expenses of administrative officials and personnel.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB374/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=374","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":251901,"bill_number":"SB358","title":"Further providing for suits and property.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, further providing for suits and property.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Act No. 14","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB358/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=358","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":251958,"bill_number":"SB372","title":"Further providing for definitions and for private actions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for definitions and for private actions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB372/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=372","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":251995,"bill_number":"SB366","title":"Further providing for definitions, for licensure and for State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.306, No.84), known as the Board of Vehicles Act, further providing for definitions, for licensure and for State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 120","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB366/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=366","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":252031,"bill_number":"SB371","title":"Further providing for directory.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 30, 2003 (P.L.441, No.64), known as the Tobacco Product Manufacturer Directory Act, further providing for directory.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB371/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=371","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":252051,"bill_number":"SB359","title":"Amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.244, No.34), entitled \"An act relating to and regulating the contracts of incorporated towns and providing penalties,\" further providing for power to convey.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.244, No.34), entitled \"An act relating to and regulating the contracts of incorporated towns and providing penalties,\" further providing for power to convey.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB359/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=359","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":252086,"bill_number":"SB368","title":"Further providing for aggravated assault by vehicle while driving under the influence, for accidents involving death or personal injury and for subsequent convictions of certain offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for aggravated assault by vehicle while driving under the influence, for accidents involving death or personal injury and for subsequent convictions of certain offenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB368/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=368","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":252295,"bill_number":"SB357","title":"Further providing for general powers.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as the Borough Code, further providing for general powers.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB357/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=357","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":252297,"bill_number":"SB367","title":"Providing for indigenous mineral resource development; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of General Services and the State System of Higher Education.","description":"An Act providing for indigenous mineral resource development; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of General Services and the State System of Higher Education.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-08","last_action":"Act No. 147","last_action_date":"2012-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB367/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=367","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":252337,"bill_number":"SB370","title":"Further providing for registration procedure.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 17, 2008 (P.L.1645, No.132), known as the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act, further providing for registration procedure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-01","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-01","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB370/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=370","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":252356,"bill_number":"SB360","title":"Further providing for sales of personal property.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, further providing for sales of personal property.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Act No. 15","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB360/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=360","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":252413,"bill_number":"HB400","title":"Requiring monitored security in and about certain tenement buildings and multiple dwelling premises.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, requiring monitored security in and about certain tenement buildings and multiple dwelling premises.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB400/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=400","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":252422,"bill_number":"HB402","title":"Further providing for private actions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for private actions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB402/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=402","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":252475,"bill_number":"HB408","title":"Providing for testing for controlled substances for prospective employees.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for testing for controlled substances for prospective employees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB408/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=408","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":252482,"bill_number":"HB436","title":"Prohibiting deception relating to rebates for consumer goods; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting deception relating to rebates for consumer goods; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB436/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=436","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":252488,"bill_number":"HB411","title":"Providing for municipal aggregation of electric generation supply.","description":"An Act amending Titles 53 (Municipalities Generally) and 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for municipal aggregation of electric generation supply.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB411/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=411","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":252509,"bill_number":"HB406","title":"Further providing for inheritance tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for inheritance tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB406/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=406","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":252532,"bill_number":"HB430","title":"Further providing for the definitions of \"direct shipper,\" \"limited winery\" and \"wine\"; providing for the definitions of \"department,\" \"in-State limited winery,\" \"out-of-State limited winery,\" \"primary premises,\" \"satellite location\" and \"transporter-for-hire licensee\"; further providing for general powers of board, for sales by Pennsylvania Liquor Stores, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, for wine auction permits, for interlocking business prohibited, for breweries, for shipment of wine, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licensees, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees, for license requirement and for limited wineries; providing for out-of-State limited wineries; further providing for posting of license and business hours; and providing for severability.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for the definitions of \"direct shipper,\" \"limited winery\" and \"wine\"; providing for the definitions of \"department,\" \"in-State limited winery,\" \"out-of-State limited winery,\" \"primary premises,\" \"satellite location\" and \"transporter-for-hire licensee\"; further providing for general powers of board, for sales by Pennsylvania Liquor Stores, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, for wine auction permits, for interlocking business prohibited, for breweries, for shipment of wine, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licensees, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees, for license requirement and for limited wineries; providing for out-of-State limited wineries; further providing for posting of license and business hours; and providing for severability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB430/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=430","sponsor":"Paul Costa"},
{"bill_id":252572,"bill_number":"HB410","title":"Further providing for Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB410/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=410","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":252584,"bill_number":"HB431","title":"In school health services, providing for training of school employees in diabetes care and treatment, for diabetes medical management plans, for independent monitoring and treatment and for certain immunity from civil liability.","description":"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, providing for training of school employees in diabetes care and treatment, for diabetes medical management plans, for independent monitoring and treatment and for certain immunity from civil liability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB431/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=431","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":252598,"bill_number":"HB432","title":"Further providing for reimbursement for diabetic supplies.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, further providing for reimbursement for diabetic supplies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB432/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=432","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":252636,"bill_number":"HB426","title":"Further providing for issuance of license.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, further providing for issuance of license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB426/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=426","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":252637,"bill_number":"HB420","title":"Allowing nursing facilities to obtain medical assistance certified beds under limited terms and conditions; and providing for functions of the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act allowing nursing facilities to obtain medical assistance certified beds under limited terms and conditions; and providing for functions of the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB420/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=420","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":252652,"bill_number":"HB401","title":"Further providing for sentences for offenses committed with firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sentences for offenses committed with firearms.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB401/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=401","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":252667,"bill_number":"HB405","title":"Further providing for the disbursement of the proceeds from forfeited property.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the disbursement of the proceeds from forfeited property.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB405/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=405","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":252669,"bill_number":"HB407","title":"Further providing for consideration of applications and inspections.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for consideration of applications and inspections.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB407/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=407","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":252673,"bill_number":"HB437","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for gasoline taxes and motor license fees and restrictions on the use of these funds.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for gasoline taxes and motor license fees and restrictions on the use of these funds.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB437/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=437","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":252676,"bill_number":"HB417","title":"Prohibiting certain governing bodies from restricting persons who occupy dwelling units from using solar clothes-drying devices.","description":"An Act prohibiting certain governing bodies from restricting persons who occupy dwelling units from using solar clothes-drying devices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB417/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=417","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":252681,"bill_number":"HB425","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of the Insurance Fraud Prevention Authority and for the Insurance Fraud Prevention Trust Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.789, No.285), known as The Insurance Department Act of 1921, further providing for powers and duties of the Insurance Fraud Prevention Authority and for the Insurance Fraud Prevention Trust Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB425/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=425","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":252715,"bill_number":"HB418","title":"Further providing for mandatory and optional membership; and providing for State Legislators' Defined Contribution Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for mandatory and optional membership; and providing for State Legislators' Defined Contribution Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB418/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=418","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":252725,"bill_number":"SR23","title":"Directing the Committee on Management Operations of the Senate to undertake a study and analysis of mileage reimbursement for privately owned vehicles for State travel in the Senate and to implement a least-cost travel policy for State vehicle travel when traveling for Senate business.","description":"A Resolution directing the Committee on Management Operations of the Senate to undertake a study and analysis of mileage reimbursement for privately owned vehicles for State travel in the Senate and to implement a least-cost travel policy for State vehicle travel when traveling for Senate business.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Rules & Executive Nominations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR23/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=23","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":252729,"bill_number":"HB429","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB429/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=429","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":252740,"bill_number":"HB413","title":"Providing for the definition of \"licensed gaming entity\" and for the intercept of winnings on slot machines.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the definition of \"licensed gaming entity\" and for the intercept of winnings on slot machines.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB413/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=413","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":252764,"bill_number":"HB412","title":"Further providing for prohibitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 2008 (P.L.182, No.27), known as the Clean Indoor Air Act, further providing for prohibitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB412/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=412","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":252810,"bill_number":"HB427","title":"Providing for antifraud plans; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for antifraud plans; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB427/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=427","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":252837,"bill_number":"HR51","title":"A Concurrent Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct an in-depth study focusing on creating a nonpartisan interbranch institute to assist policymakers, particularly in the legislature, in making informed judgments about significant, long-term criminal justice issues facing this Commonwealth; and requiring a report.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct an in-depth study focusing on creating a nonpartisan interbranch institute to assist policymakers, particularly in the legislature, in making informed judgments about significant, long-term criminal justice issues facing this Commonwealth; and requiring a report.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR51/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=51","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":252850,"bill_number":"HB404","title":"Providing for the termination of law enforcement officers upon testing positive for a controlled substance.","description":"An Act providing for the termination of law enforcement officers upon testing positive for a controlled substance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB404/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=404","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":252854,"bill_number":"HB433","title":"Providing for an Energy Star rated product manufacturing tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for an Energy Star rated product manufacturing tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB433/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=433","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":252875,"bill_number":"HB409","title":"Repealing provisions relating to exclusive appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, repealing provisions relating to exclusive appellate jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB409/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=409","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":252885,"bill_number":"HB414","title":"In health and accident insurance, providing for coverage for prescription contraceptive drugs and devices.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in health and accident insurance, providing for coverage for prescription contraceptive drugs and devices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB414/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=414","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":252887,"bill_number":"HB434","title":"Providing for an Energy Star-related glass or window technologies tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for an Energy Star-related glass or window technologies tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB434/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=434","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":252896,"bill_number":"HB419","title":"In management of planned community, further providing for association records; and providing for meetings of unit owners' associations.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in management of planned community, further providing for association records; and providing for meetings of unit owners' associations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB419/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=419","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":252902,"bill_number":"HB399","title":"Designating the Shenango River Bridge, which carries State Route 322 over the Shenango River in Jamestown Borough, Mercer County, as the Staff Sergeant David M. Veverka Veterans Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the Shenango River Bridge, which carries State Route 322 over the Shenango River in Jamestown Borough, Mercer County, as the Staff Sergeant David M. Veverka Veterans Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 41","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB399/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=399","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":252908,"bill_number":"HB416","title":"In terms and courses of study, providing for comprehensive sex education, parental requests, implementation and oversight and for funding.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, providing for comprehensive sex education, parental requests, implementation and oversight and for funding.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB416/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=416","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":252916,"bill_number":"HB435","title":"Providing for prospective employee background checks; and requiring deadbolt locks in hotels.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 30, 1996 (P.L.732, No.131), known as the Pennsylvania Innkeepers' Rights Act, providing for prospective employee background checks; and requiring deadbolt locks in hotels.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Tourism & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB435/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=435","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":252930,"bill_number":"HB422","title":"Further providing for insurance fraud, for penalties relating to antifraud plans, for reinstatement of operating privilege or vehicle registration, for reports by police and for admissibility of department records.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for insurance fraud, for penalties relating to antifraud plans, for reinstatement of operating privilege or vehicle registration, for reports by police and for admissibility of department records.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB422/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=422","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":252935,"bill_number":"HB428","title":"Providing for insurance fraud forfeiture; and further providing for seized property.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for insurance fraud forfeiture; and further providing for seized property.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB428/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=428","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":252957,"bill_number":"HB421","title":"Further providing for limited wineries.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for limited wineries.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB421/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=421","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":252988,"bill_number":"HB423","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of victim advocate.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 24, 1998 (P.L.882, No.111), known as the Crime Victims Act, further providing for powers and duties of victim advocate.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB423/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=423","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":253001,"bill_number":"HB415","title":"In senior citizen property tax and rent rebate assistance, prohibiting certain use of rent rebates.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, in senior citizen property tax and rent rebate assistance, prohibiting certain use of rent rebates.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB415/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=415","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":253018,"bill_number":"HB403","title":"Providing for a sales and use tax on political advertisements.","description":"An Act providing for a sales and use tax on political advertisements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB403/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=403","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":253031,"bill_number":"HB424","title":"Further providing for definitions and for license; providing for application for public adjuster license, for licensing, for issuance and term of license, for license renewals and for reciprocal licensing; further providing for fees, for bond and for contract; providing for written disclosure of financial interest; further providing for revocation, etc., of license and for violations; providing for civil remedy; further providing for administration and enforcement; and providing for persons licensed as public adjuster solicitors.","description":"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 and for license; providing for application for public adjuster license, for licensing, for issuance and term of license, for license renewals and for reciprocal licensing; further providing for fees, for bond and for contract; providing for written disclosure of financial interest; further providing for revocation, etc., of license and for violations; providing for civil remedy; further providing for administration and enforcement; and providing for persons licensed as public adjuster solicitors.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Act No. 21","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB424/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=424","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":253921,"bill_number":"HB447","title":"In adoption, further providing for the definition of \"intermediary\" and for report of intermediary.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in adoption, further providing for the definition of \"intermediary\" and for report of intermediary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB447/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=447","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":253929,"bill_number":"HB134","title":"Providing for legislative reapportionment and for openness and fairness in the redistricting process.","description":"An Act providing for legislative reapportionment and for openness and fairness in the redistricting process.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB134/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=134","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":253951,"bill_number":"HB450","title":"In adoption, further providing for report of intermediary.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in adoption, further providing for report of intermediary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB450/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=450","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":253959,"bill_number":"HB485","title":"Providing for requests for public records of the Department of Corrections; and further providing for extension of time.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, providing for requests for public records of the Department of Corrections; and further providing for extension of time.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB485/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=485","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":253983,"bill_number":"SB378","title":"Providing for Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommendations for influenza vaccination in children.","description":"An Act providing for Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices recommendations for influenza vaccination in children.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB378/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=378","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":253986,"bill_number":"HB489","title":"Providing for powers of local authorities to establish maximum speed limits on roadways and State-designated highways within their physical boundaries.","description":"An Act providing for powers of local authorities to establish maximum speed limits on roadways and State-designated highways within their physical boundaries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB489/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=489","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":253990,"bill_number":"HB486","title":"Changing the name of the Department of Public Welfare; and providing for transition period.","description":"An Act changing the name of the Department of Public Welfare; and providing for transition period.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB486/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=486","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":254006,"bill_number":"HB461","title":"Establishing a Decoration of Veterans' Graves Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing a Decoration of Veterans' Graves Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB461/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=461","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":254025,"bill_number":"SB386","title":"Further providing for applicability and for the abolishment of the office of jury commissioner.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for applicability and for the abolishment of the office of jury commissioner.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-24","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB386/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=386","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":254027,"bill_number":"HB487","title":"Further providing for creditable nonschool service.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for creditable nonschool service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB487/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=487","sponsor":"Scott Hutchinson"},
{"bill_id":254029,"bill_number":"SB377","title":"Authorizing the abolition of jury commissioners in certain counties of the second class A.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, authorizing the abolition of jury commissioners in certain counties of the second class A.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB377/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=377","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":254055,"bill_number":"HB443","title":"Further providing for the imposition of inheritance tax, for the rate of inheritance tax and for returns.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for the imposition of inheritance tax, for the rate of inheritance tax and for returns.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB443/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=443","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254061,"bill_number":"HB440","title":"Providing for insurance for different forms of business; repealing provisions on logging; and further providing for assessments and transfers from the Administration Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, providing for insurance for different forms of business; repealing provisions on logging; and further providing for assessments and transfers from the Administration Fund.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 20","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB440/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=440","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":254067,"bill_number":"HB495","title":"In rules of evidence, providing for benevolent gesture or admission by health care provider or assisted living residence or personal care home.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rules of evidence, providing for benevolent gesture or admission by health care provider or assisted living residence or personal care home.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB495/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=495","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":254068,"bill_number":"HB494","title":"Further providing for the Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the Elderly Needs Enhancement Tier.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 26, 1971 (P.L.351, No.91), known as the State Lottery Law, further providing for the Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the Elderly Needs Enhancement Tier.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB494/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=494","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":254084,"bill_number":"SB382","title":"In consolidated collection of local income taxes, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, in consolidated collection of local income taxes, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB382/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=382","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":254091,"bill_number":"HB459","title":"Prohibiting Commonwealth agencies from awarding contracts to bidders engaged in outsourcing of jobs or functions.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting Commonwealth agencies from awarding contracts to bidders engaged in outsourcing of jobs or functions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB459/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=459","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254094,"bill_number":"HB458","title":"Prohibiting Commonwealth agencies from awarding contracts to bidders engaged in outsourcing of jobs or functions.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting Commonwealth agencies from awarding contracts to bidders engaged in outsourcing of jobs or functions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB458/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=458","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254144,"bill_number":"HB446","title":"In children and youth, further providing for adoption opportunity payments and reimbursement.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in children and youth, further providing for adoption opportunity payments and reimbursement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB446/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=446","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254146,"bill_number":"HB449","title":"In adoption, further providing for counseling; and providing for adoption-related counseling services.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in adoption, further providing for counseling; and providing for adoption-related counseling services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB449/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=449","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254151,"bill_number":"HB463","title":"In Pharmaceutical Assistance for the Elderly, further providing for determination of eligibility.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 26, 1971 (P.L.351, No.91), known as the State Lottery Law, in Pharmaceutical Assistance for the Elderly, further providing for determination of eligibility.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 21","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB463/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=463","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":254164,"bill_number":"HB445","title":"Penalizing conduct of corrupt organizations.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, penalizing conduct of corrupt organizations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB445/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=445","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254176,"bill_number":"SB380","title":"Establishing the Keystone Care Prescription Assistance Program in the Department of Public Welfare to provide prescription drug assistance; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act establishing the Keystone Care Prescription Assistance Program in the Department of Public Welfare to provide prescription drug assistance; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB380/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=380","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":254178,"bill_number":"HB493","title":"Further providing for grading of driving under influence of alcohol or controlled substance offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for grading of driving under influence of alcohol or controlled substance offenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB493/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=493","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":254212,"bill_number":"HB490","title":"Authorizing the green roof tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, authorizing the green roof tax credit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB490/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=490","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":254293,"bill_number":"HB460","title":"Providing for contributions for the Decoration of Veterans' Graves Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for contributions for the Decoration of Veterans' Graves Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB460/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=460","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":254297,"bill_number":"HB488","title":"Authorizing Venango County to convey a right-of-way over certain Project 70 lands in Oakland Township, Venango County, free of restrictions imposed by the Project 70 Land Acquisition and Borrowing Act; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to East Norriton Township certain lands situate in East Norriton Township, Montgomery County, in exchange for East Norriton Township's granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to the existing lands of the Norristown Farm Park; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to remove the deed restrictions on a portion of the lands previously conveyed by the Department of General Services in accordance with section 1(c) of the act of July 10, 1985 (P.L.201, No.51); authorizing East Norriton Township to convey the property it receives from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania pursuant to this act to Montgomery County for nominal consideration for public highway improvements; authorizing and directing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the County of Chester certain lands situate in East Vincent Township, Chester County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to Ohiopyle Borough certain lands situate in Ohiopyle Borough, Fayette County, in exchange for Ohiopyle Borough granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to those existing lands at Ohiopyle State Park; authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Kyle A. and Tamara J. Boltz certain lands situate in Union Township, Lebanon County, in exchange for Kyle A. and Tamara J. Boltz's granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, to be added to those existing lands at Swatara State Park; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Susquehanna Township Authority a permanent sanitary sewer easement over certain lands of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, situate in Susquehanna Township, Dauphin County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the County of Lackawanna Transit System Authority (COLTS), certain lands situate in the City of Scranton, Lackawanna County, in exchange for a certain tract of land from COLTS situate in the City of Scranton, Lackawanna County; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act authorizing Venango County to convey a right-of-way over certain Project 70 lands in Oakland Township, Venango County, free of restrictions imposed by the Project 70 Land Acquisition and Borrowing Act; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to East Norriton Township certain lands situate in East Norriton Township, Montgomery County, in exchange for East Norriton Township's granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to the existing lands of the Norristown Farm Park; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to remove the deed restrictions on a portion of the lands previously conveyed by the Department of General Services in accordance with section 1(c) of the act of July 10, 1985 (P.L.201, No.51); authorizing East Norriton Township to convey the property it receives from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania pursuant to this act to Montgomery County for nominal consideration for public highway improvements; authorizing and directing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the County of Chester certain lands situate in East Vincent Township, Chester County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to Ohiopyle Borough certain lands situate in Ohiopyle Borough, Fayette County, in exchange for Ohiopyle Borough granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to those existing lands at Ohiopyle State Park; authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Kyle A. and Tamara J. Boltz certain lands situate in Union Township, Lebanon County, in exchange for Kyle A. and Tamara J. Boltz's granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, to be added to those existing lands at Swatara State Park; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Susquehanna Township Authority a permanent sanitary sewer easement over certain lands of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, situate in Susquehanna Township, Dauphin County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the County of Lackawanna Transit System Authority (COLTS), certain lands situate in the City of Scranton, Lackawanna County, in exchange for a certain tract of land from COLTS situate in the City of Scranton, Lackawanna County; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 43","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB488/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=488","sponsor":"Scott Hutchinson"},
{"bill_id":254302,"bill_number":"HB454","title":"In municipal capital improvements, further providing for definitions; amending provisions relating to municipal capital improvements; and providing for development impact fees.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in municipal capital improvements, further providing for definitions; amending provisions relating to municipal capital improvements; and providing for development impact fees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB454/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=454","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254317,"bill_number":"HR53","title":"Recognizing and honoring the Master Builders' Association of Western Pennsylvania on its 125th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring the Master Builders' Association of Western Pennsylvania on its 125th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR53/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=53","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":254322,"bill_number":"HB465","title":"Further providing for applicability of act to swimming pools and spas.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for applicability of act to swimming pools and spas.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB465/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=465","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":254323,"bill_number":"SB384","title":"In limitation of time, providing for a statute of repose in product liability actions.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in limitation of time, providing for a statute of repose in product liability actions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB384/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=384","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":254327,"bill_number":"SR24","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to pass an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to ban the burning or desecration of the United States flag.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to pass an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to ban the burning or desecration of the United States flag.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR24/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=24","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":254337,"bill_number":"HB456","title":"Defining \"youth athletic organization\"; and providing for exemptions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1990 (P.L.1200, No.202), known as the Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes Act, defining \"youth athletic organization\"; and providing for exemptions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB456/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=456","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254340,"bill_number":"HB448","title":"In adoption, further providing for hearing and for procedure for relinquishment of parental rights.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in adoption, further providing for hearing and for procedure for relinquishment of parental rights.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB448/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=448","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254341,"bill_number":"HB441","title":"Further providing for judicial salaries, for executive salaries and for legislative salaries.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for judicial salaries, for executive salaries and for legislative salaries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB441/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=441","sponsor":"Sid Kavulich"},
{"bill_id":254365,"bill_number":"HB484","title":"Further providing for contents of subdivision and land development ordinance.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, further providing for contents of subdivision and land development ordinance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB484/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=484","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":254378,"bill_number":"SB381","title":"Further providing for minimum number of days and school month.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for minimum number of days and school month.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB381/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=381","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":254390,"bill_number":"HB457","title":"Prohibiting Commonwealth agencies from awarding contracts to bidders engaged in outsourcing of jobs or functions.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting Commonwealth agencies from awarding contracts to bidders engaged in outsourcing of jobs or functions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB457/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=457","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254410,"bill_number":"HB462","title":"In senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, in senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB462/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=462","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":254416,"bill_number":"HB442","title":"Prohibiting private transfer fee obligations; and providing for notice and disclosure of existing private transfer fee obligations.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting private transfer fee obligations; and providing for notice and disclosure of existing private transfer fee obligations.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-24","last_action":"Act No. 8","last_action_date":"2011-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB442/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=442","sponsor":"Susan Helm"},
{"bill_id":254443,"bill_number":"HB452","title":"In child protective services, further providing for the disposition of complaints received and for investigating performance of county agency.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child protective services, further providing for the disposition of complaints received and for investigating performance of county agency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB452/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=452","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254447,"bill_number":"HB482","title":"Further providing for appropriations for hospitals and for tourism promotion agencies.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, further providing for appropriations for hospitals and for tourism promotion agencies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB482/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=482","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":254452,"bill_number":"HB444","title":"In Department of Aging, further providing for the allocation of resources.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in Department of Aging, further providing for the allocation of resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB444/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=444","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254487,"bill_number":"HB453","title":"In child protective services, further providing for definitions; and providing for county agency accreditation.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child protective services, further providing for definitions; and providing for county agency accreditation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB453/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=453","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254500,"bill_number":"HB464","title":"Further providing for requirements for kennels.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 7, 1982 (P.L.784, No.225), known as the Dog Law, further providing for requirements for kennels.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB464/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=464","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":254507,"bill_number":"SB376","title":"Changing the name of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs; establishing the Department of Veterans Affairs, the bureaus within the department and the State Veterans Commission; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Veterans Affairs and its bureaus; and making conforming amendments and editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, changing the name of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs; establishing the Department of Veterans Affairs, the bureaus within the department and the State Veterans Commission; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Veterans Affairs and its bureaus; and making conforming amendments and editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB376/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=376","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":254508,"bill_number":"HB491","title":"Providing for the High-Performance Buildings Tax Credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for the High-Performance Buildings Tax Credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB491/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=491","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":254524,"bill_number":"HB483","title":"Further providing for chemical testing to determine amount of alcohol or controlled substance.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for chemical testing to determine amount of alcohol or controlled substance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB483/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=483","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":254537,"bill_number":"HB492","title":"Further providing for prohibitions relating to sun screening and other materials.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for prohibitions relating to sun screening and other materials.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB492/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=492","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":254545,"bill_number":"HB125","title":"Further defining \"expenditure\" and \"political action committee\"; further providing for reporting by candidate and political committees and other persons and for annual reports; providing for limitations on certain contributions; and further providing for late contributions and independent expenditures, for late filing fee and certificate of filing and for additional powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further defining \"expenditure\" and \"political action committee\"; further providing for reporting by candidate and political committees and other persons and for annual reports; providing for limitations on certain contributions; and further providing for late contributions and independent expenditures, for late filing fee and certificate of filing and for additional powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB125/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=125","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":254549,"bill_number":"HB451","title":"In adoption, defining \"household\" and \"putative father\"; further providing for hearing, for alternative procedure for relinquishment, for grounds for involuntary termination, for petition for involuntary termination; providing for notice if putative father or his whereabouts unknown; further providing for report of intention to adopt and for consents necessary to adoption; and repealing provisions relating to consents not naming adopting parents.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in adoption, defining \"household\" and \"putative father\"; further providing for hearing, for alternative procedure for relinquishment, for grounds for involuntary termination, for petition for involuntary termination; providing for notice if putative father or his whereabouts unknown; further providing for report of intention to adopt and for consents necessary to adoption; and repealing provisions relating to consents not naming adopting parents.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB451/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=451","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254579,"bill_number":"SB379","title":"In county officers, further providing for enumeration of elected officers.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in county officers, further providing for enumeration of elected officers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB379/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=379","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":254599,"bill_number":"HB455","title":"In powers and duties in general, further providing for sale of real estate and grants of rights-of-way or other rights over or in real estate.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in powers and duties in general, further providing for sale of real estate and grants of rights-of-way or other rights over or in real estate.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB455/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=455","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":254610,"bill_number":"SB383","title":"In particular rights and immunities, providing for liability rules applicable to product sellers.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in particular rights and immunities, providing for liability rules applicable to product sellers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB383/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=383","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":254633,"bill_number":"HB439","title":"Prohibiting certain licensees from knowingly employing illegal aliens; and imposing sanctions.","description":"An Act prohibiting certain licensees from knowingly employing illegal aliens; and imposing sanctions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-11-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB439/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=439","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":254638,"bill_number":"HR52","title":"Recognizing and honoring the life and service of United States Army Staff Sergeant Sean M. Flannery and paying tribute to his ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty while on patrol in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring the life and service of United States Army Staff Sergeant Sean M. Flannery and paying tribute to his ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty while on patrol in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR52/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=52","sponsor":"Mark Gillen"},
{"bill_id":254836,"bill_number":"HB509","title":"Providing for standards for towing and for violations.","description":"An Act providing for standards for towing and for violations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB509/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=509","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":254840,"bill_number":"SB395","title":"Providing for limited immunity for persons that sponsor farm-related tourism activities.","description":"An Act providing for limited immunity for persons that sponsor farm-related tourism activities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB395/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=395","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":254853,"bill_number":"HB500","title":"Providing for continuation of adultBasic Act, for the authority of the Insurance Commissioner to transfer funds and for repayment of funds; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act providing for continuation of adultBasic Act, for the authority of the Insurance Commissioner to transfer funds and for repayment of funds; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB500/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=500","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":254872,"bill_number":"SR25","title":"Designating the month of March 2011 as \"Problem Gambling Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and observing the week of March 6 through 12, 2011, as \"National Problem Gambling Awareness Week.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2011 as \"Problem Gambling Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and observing the week of March 6 through 12, 2011, as \"National Problem Gambling Awareness Week.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR25/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=25","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":254886,"bill_number":"SB373","title":"Providing for General Assembly general appropriation procedure; and further providing for revenue estimates.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for General Assembly general appropriation procedure; and further providing for revenue estimates.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Rules & Executive Nominations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB373/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=373","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":254906,"bill_number":"SB407","title":"Further providing for classes of income; and providing for applicability of Federal law.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for classes of income; and providing for applicability of Federal law.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB407/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=407","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":254918,"bill_number":"SB394","title":"Amending the act of January 19, 1968 (1967 P.L.992, No.442), entitled, \"An act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the local government units thereof to preserve, acquire or hold land for open space uses,\" further providing for definitions and for local taxing options.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 19, 1968 (1967 P.L.992, No.442), entitled, \"An act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the local government units thereof to preserve, acquire or hold land for open space uses,\" further providing for definitions and for local taxing options.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-27","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB394/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=394","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":254929,"bill_number":"SB402","title":"In Local Government Capital Project Loan Fund provisions, further providing for assistance to municipalities and for ranking of applications.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in Local Government Capital Project Loan Fund provisions, further providing for assistance to municipalities and for ranking of applications.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB402/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=402","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":254931,"bill_number":"HB508","title":"Providing for insurance coverage for patient costs associated with cancer clinical trials.","description":"An Act providing for insurance coverage for patient costs associated with cancer clinical trials.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB508/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=508","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":254932,"bill_number":"SB393","title":"In interscholastic athletics accountability, further providing for council recommendations and standards and for the Pennsylvania Athletic Oversight Committee.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in interscholastic athletics accountability, further providing for council recommendations and standards and for the Pennsylvania Athletic Oversight Committee.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB393/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=393","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":254937,"bill_number":"SB399","title":"Further defining \"tax increment\" and \"tax increment base\"; and further providing for determination of tax increment and tax increment base and for allocation of positive tax increments.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 11, 1990 (P.L.465, No.113), known as the Tax Increment Financing Act, further defining \"tax increment\" and \"tax increment base\"; and further providing for determination of tax increment and tax increment base and for allocation of positive tax increments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB399/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=399","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":254964,"bill_number":"HB507","title":"Providing for the Anti-Fraud Health Care Act, for presentment of false claims, for powers of the executive agencies and the Attorney General, for qui tam actions, for distribution of awards, for exemptions to civil actions, for protection for participating employees and for limitation of actions; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the Anti-Fraud Health Care Act, for presentment of false claims, for powers of the executive agencies and the Attorney General, for qui tam actions, for distribution of awards, for exemptions to civil actions, for protection for participating employees and for limitation of actions; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB507/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=507","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":254967,"bill_number":"SB398","title":"Further providing for the definitions of \"tax increment\" and \"tax increment base.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of July 11, 1990 (P.L.465, No.113), known as the Tax Increment Financing Act, further providing for the definitions of \"tax increment\" and \"tax increment base.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB398/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=398","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":254975,"bill_number":"SB389","title":"In vocational education, further providing for the definition of \"vocational agricultural education.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in vocational education, further providing for the definition of \"vocational agricultural education.\"","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-10-27","last_action":"Act No. 83","last_action_date":"2011-10-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB389/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=389","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":254980,"bill_number":"HR55","title":"Recognizing and paying tribute to the important role the coal mining industry plays in the economy of this Commonwealth and recognizing 2010 as a year in which there were no coal mining fatalities in this Commonwealth and congratulating all those who contributed to this significant achievement.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and paying tribute to the important role the coal mining industry plays in the economy of this Commonwealth and recognizing 2010 as a year in which there were no coal mining fatalities in this Commonwealth and congratulating all those who contributed to this significant achievement.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR55/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=55","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":254982,"bill_number":"HB503","title":"Placing a limitation on kindergarten class size.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, placing a limitation on kindergarten class size.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB503/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=503","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":255003,"bill_number":"HB501","title":"Providing for an exemption from increases in real property taxes for senior citizen taxpayers.","description":"An Act providing for an exemption from increases in real property taxes for senior citizen taxpayers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB501/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=501","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":255006,"bill_number":"HB496","title":"Designating March 30 of each year as \"Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day.\"","description":"An Act designating March 30 of each year as \"Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB496/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=496","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":255013,"bill_number":"SB390","title":"In size, weight and load, further providing for width of vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in size, weight and load, further providing for width of vehicles.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-11-01","last_action":"Act No. 209","last_action_date":"2012-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB390/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=390","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":255016,"bill_number":"HB498","title":"Further providing for the commencement of criminal prosecution for the offense of sexual abuse of children.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the commencement of criminal prosecution for the offense of sexual abuse of children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB498/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=498","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":255032,"bill_number":"SB403","title":"Further providing for implementation agreements.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, further providing for implementation agreements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB403/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=403","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":255066,"bill_number":"HB499","title":"In general provisions, providing for binding ballot question; and, in licensees, further providing for location of Category 2 slot machine license.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, providing for binding ballot question; and, in licensees, further providing for location of Category 2 slot machine license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB499/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=499","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":255068,"bill_number":"SR26","title":"Amending the Financial Operating Rules of the Senate relating to district office expenses.","description":"A Resolution amending the Financial Operating Rules of the Senate relating to district office expenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Rules & Executive Nominations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR26/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=26","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":255076,"bill_number":"SB401","title":"In area government and intergovernmental cooperation, providing for agreements with municipal authorities; and further providing for review of agreement by Local Government Commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in area government and intergovernmental cooperation, providing for agreements with municipal authorities; and further providing for review of agreement by Local Government Commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB401/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=401","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":255080,"bill_number":"SB404","title":"Providing for interpretation of subdivision and land development ordinances; and further providing for approval of plats, for jurisdiction, for time limitations and for procedure to obtain preliminary opinion.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, providing for interpretation of subdivision and land development ordinances; and further providing for approval of plats, for jurisdiction, for time limitations and for procedure to obtain preliminary opinion.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB404/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=404","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":255099,"bill_number":"HR54","title":"Honoring the Boy Scouts of America on the 101st anniversary of the organization's founding.","description":"A Resolution honoring the Boy Scouts of America on the 101st anniversary of the organization's founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR54/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=54","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":255103,"bill_number":"HB506","title":"Further providing for purposes and powers of parking authorities in cities of the first class.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for purposes and powers of parking authorities in cities of the first class.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB506/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=506","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":255113,"bill_number":"SB406","title":"Further providing for classes of income for purposes of the personal income tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for classes of income for purposes of the personal income tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB406/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=406","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":255119,"bill_number":"HB504","title":"In registration of vehicles, providing for special plates for school teachers.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, providing for special plates for school teachers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB504/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=504","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":255138,"bill_number":"HB502","title":"Prohibiting the increase of real property tax.","description":"An Act prohibiting the increase of real property tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB502/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=502","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":255152,"bill_number":"SB392","title":"Further providing for the State Charter School Appeal Board.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for the State Charter School Appeal Board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB392/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=392","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":255155,"bill_number":"HB505","title":"Further defining deteriorated property.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 1, 1977 (P.L.237, No.76), known as the Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance Act, further defining deteriorated property.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB505/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=505","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":255161,"bill_number":"HB497","title":"Further providing for the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB497/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=497","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":255182,"bill_number":"SB387","title":"In hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for resident license and fee exemptions.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for resident license and fee exemptions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 64","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB387/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=387","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":255191,"bill_number":"SB397","title":"In post-trial matters, prohibiting the imposition of the death sentence in cases of mental retardation.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in post-trial matters, prohibiting the imposition of the death sentence in cases of mental retardation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB397/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=397","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":255265,"bill_number":"HB513","title":"Further providing for use of Game Fund revenues.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for use of Game Fund revenues.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB513/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=513","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":255271,"bill_number":"HR56","title":"Observing the week of March 1 through 7, 2011, as \"Problem Gambling Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing the week of March 1 through 7, 2011, as \"Problem Gambling Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR56/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=56","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":255276,"bill_number":"SB375","title":"In municipal authorities, further providing for administration and for money.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, further providing for administration and for money.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Act No. 73","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB375/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=375","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":255287,"bill_number":"HB516","title":"Regulating the licensure and practice of ophthalmic dispensing; establishing the State Board of Ophthalmic Dispensers; providing for its powers and duties; and providing penalties.","description":"An Act regulating the licensure and practice of ophthalmic dispensing; establishing the State Board of Ophthalmic Dispensers; providing for its powers and duties; and providing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB516/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=516","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":255301,"bill_number":"HB514","title":"In corporate net income tax, further providing for imposition of tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in corporate net income tax, further providing for imposition of tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB514/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=514","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":255326,"bill_number":"HB519","title":"Further providing for resident license and fee exemptions and for license costs and fees.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for resident license and fee exemptions and for license costs and fees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB519/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=519","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":255328,"bill_number":"HB518","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for the definition of \"purchase price.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for the definition of \"purchase price.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB518/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=518","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":255368,"bill_number":"HB512","title":"Providing for submittal of claims for payment.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 29, 1972 (P.L.1701, No.364), known as the Health Maintenance Organization Act, providing for submittal of claims for payment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB512/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=512","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":255387,"bill_number":"HB520","title":"Providing for lottery winnings intercept.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 26, 1971 (P.L.351, No.91), known as the State Lottery Law, providing for lottery winnings intercept.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB520/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=520","sponsor":"Christopher Harris"},
{"bill_id":255458,"bill_number":"HB511","title":"In health and accident insurance, providing for access to community pharmacy services.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in health and accident insurance, providing for access to community pharmacy services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB511/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=511","sponsor":"Timothy Hennessey"},
{"bill_id":255566,"bill_number":"HB510","title":"In State Lottery, further providing for disposition of funds.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 26, 1971 (P.L.351, No.91), known as the State Lottery Law, in State Lottery, further providing for disposition of funds.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB510/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=510","sponsor":"Timothy Hennessey"},
{"bill_id":255586,"bill_number":"HB517","title":"Amending the act of May 23, 1945 (P.L.903, No.362), entitled \"An act authorizing cities of the third class to establish an optional retirement system for officers and employes independently of any pension system or systems existing in such cities,\" further providing for certain increases in compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 23, 1945 (P.L.903, No.362), entitled \"An act authorizing cities of the third class to establish an optional retirement system for officers and employes independently of any pension system or systems existing in such cities,\" further providing for certain increases in compensation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB517/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=517","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":255628,"bill_number":"HB515","title":"Extending benefits to certain employees of the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 28, 1935 (P.L.477, No.193), referred to as the Enforcement Officer Disability Benefits Law, extending benefits to certain employees of the Pennsylvania Game Commission and the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB515/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=515","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":257009,"bill_number":"HB64","title":"Designating the Piper J-3 Cub as the official State aircraft of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act designating the Piper J-3 Cub as the official State aircraft of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB64/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=64","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":257016,"bill_number":"HB522","title":"Further providing for workers compensation benefits for certain emergency medical services personnel.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, further providing for workers compensation benefits for certain emergency medical services personnel.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB522/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=522","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":257022,"bill_number":"SB414","title":"Further providing for qualifications for election of councilmen, mayor, city treasurer and city controller.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, further providing for qualifications for election of councilmen, mayor, city treasurer and city controller.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB414/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=414","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":257042,"bill_number":"SB412","title":"Providing for the definitions of \"electronic mail address\" and \"instant messaging screen name\"; and further providing for registration procedures and applicability and for duties of Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the definitions of \"electronic mail address\" and \"instant messaging screen name\"; and further providing for registration procedures and applicability and for duties of Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB412/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=412","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":257047,"bill_number":"SB416","title":"Further providing for eligibility and incompatible offices.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for eligibility and incompatible offices.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB416/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=416","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":257056,"bill_number":"SB418","title":"Providing for standards for towing and for violations.","description":"An Act providing for standards for towing and for violations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB418/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=418","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":257062,"bill_number":"SB410","title":"In inchoate crimes, further providing for possession of firearm or other dangerous weapon in court facility.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inchoate crimes, further providing for possession of firearm or other dangerous weapon in court facility.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB410/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=410","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":257064,"bill_number":"SB405","title":"Further providing for delegation of taxing powers and restrictions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, further providing for delegation of taxing powers and restrictions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-08","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB405/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=405","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":257069,"bill_number":"SB417","title":"Selecting, designating and adopting the phrase \"Ubi libertas vivit, hic patria mihi\" as the official Latin motto of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act selecting, designating and adopting the phrase \"Ubi libertas vivit, hic patria mihi\" as the official Latin motto of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB417/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=417","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":257080,"bill_number":"SB391","title":"In school health services, further providing for definitions; and providing for training of school employees in diabetes care and management and for possession and use of diabetes medication and monitoring equipment.","description":"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; and providing for training of school employees in diabetes care and management and for possession and use of diabetes medication and monitoring equipment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB391/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=391","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":257087,"bill_number":"SB415","title":"Further providing for qualifications of elected county officers and for district attorney qualifications.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for qualifications of elected county officers and for district attorney qualifications.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB415/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=415","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":257093,"bill_number":"SB396","title":"In fees, further providing for annual hauling permits; in excessive size and weight permits, providing for permits to move eggs; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fees, further providing for annual hauling permits; in excessive size and weight permits, providing for permits to move eggs; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB396/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=396","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":257108,"bill_number":"SB411","title":"Providing for interagency information sharing.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for interagency information sharing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB411/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=411","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":257132,"bill_number":"SB413","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing separate and distinct amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for qualifications for members of the General Assembly and the executive branch.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing separate and distinct amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for qualifications for members of the General Assembly and the executive branch.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB413/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=413","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":257133,"bill_number":"SB369","title":"In scenic highways, providing for the designation of a portion of U.S. 219, U.S. 322, State Route 969, State Route 879, State Route 153, State Route 453, State Route 1001, State Route 729, State Route 4005 and the Greenville Pike and Bilger's Rocks Road in Clearfield County as scenic byways.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in scenic highways, providing for the designation of a portion of U.S. 219, U.S. 322, State Route 969, State Route 879, State Route 153, State Route 453, State Route 1001, State Route 729, State Route 4005 and the Greenville Pike and Bilger's Rocks Road in Clearfield County as scenic byways.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 63","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB369/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=369","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":259648,"bill_number":"HB525","title":"Providing for limitations on the use of parenting coordinators, masters and other individuals by courts of common pleas.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for limitations on the use of parenting coordinators, masters and other individuals by courts of common pleas.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB525/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=525","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":259808,"bill_number":"HR57","title":"Recognizing the month of February 2011 as \"American Heart Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of February 2011 as \"American Heart Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR57/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=57","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":259863,"bill_number":"HB524","title":"Further providing for authorized license-issuing agents.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for authorized license-issuing agents.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB524/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=524","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":259882,"bill_number":"HB523","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exemption certificates.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exemption certificates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB523/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=523","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":259891,"bill_number":"HB529","title":"Defining the offense of false caller identification information display; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, defining the offense of false caller identification information display; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB529/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=529","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":259936,"bill_number":"SR27","title":"Recognizing February 2011 as \"Career and Technical Education Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing February 2011 as \"Career and Technical Education Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR27/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=27","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":260095,"bill_number":"HB527","title":"Establishing an emergency medical services memorial flag; and imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Emergency Health Services Council and the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services in the Department of Health.","description":"An Act establishing an emergency medical services memorial flag; and imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Emergency Health Services Council and the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services in the Department of Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-05-11","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB527/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=527","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":260102,"bill_number":"HB530","title":"Providing for the protection of consumers from having spyware deceptively installed on wireless communication devices and for criminal enforcement.","description":"An Act providing for the protection of consumers from having spyware deceptively installed on wireless communication devices and for criminal enforcement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB530/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=530","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":260134,"bill_number":"HB531","title":"Further providing for declarations of estimated tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for declarations of estimated tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB531/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=531","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":260157,"bill_number":"SB419","title":"Providing for the definition of \"area of responsibility\"; further providing for reimbursement for all parts and service required by the manufacturer or distributor and reimbursement audits; providing for area of responsibility; further providing for grounds for disciplinary proceedings; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.306, No.84), known as the Board of Vehicles Act, providing for the definition of \"area of responsibility\"; further providing for reimbursement for all parts and service required by the manufacturer or distributor and reimbursement audits; providing for area of responsibility; further providing for grounds for disciplinary proceedings; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 65","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB419/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=419","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":260184,"bill_number":"SB388","title":"Adding definitions; and providing for professional liability insurance.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.216, No.76), known as The Dental Law, adding definitions; and providing for professional liability insurance.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Act No. 65","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB388/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=388","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":260221,"bill_number":"HR58","title":"Designating the week of February 19 through 26, 2011, as \"FFA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of February 19 through 26, 2011, as \"FFA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR58/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=58","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":260275,"bill_number":"HB526","title":"Providing for sentences for offenses committed by illegal aliens.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for sentences for offenses committed by illegal aliens.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB526/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=526","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":260318,"bill_number":"HB532","title":"Providing mandatory insurance coverage for general anesthesia.","description":"An Act providing mandatory insurance coverage for general anesthesia.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 94","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB532/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=532","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":260370,"bill_number":"HB521","title":"Further providing for applicability to certain buildings.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for applicability to certain buildings.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB521/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=521","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":260427,"bill_number":"HB528","title":"Requiring certain long-term care facilities to coordinate with licensing agencies and local area agencies on aging to provide assistance to consumers in circumstances involving relocation of consumers; and providing for powers and duties of the Department of Aging.","description":"An Act requiring certain long-term care facilities to coordinate with licensing agencies and local area agencies on aging to provide assistance to consumers in circumstances involving relocation of consumers; and providing for powers and duties of the Department of Aging.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB528/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=528","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":260458,"bill_number":"HB536","title":"Further providing for sentences for offenses committed with firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sentences for offenses committed with firearms.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB536/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=536","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":260501,"bill_number":"SB435","title":"Further providing for referendum or public hearing required prior to construction or lease and for approved reimbursable rental for certain leases and approved reimbursable sinking fund charges on indebtedness.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for referendum or public hearing required prior to construction or lease and for approved reimbursable rental for certain leases and approved reimbursable sinking fund charges on indebtedness.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB435/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=435","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":260508,"bill_number":"HB558","title":"Further providing, in liquid fuels and fuels tax, for imposition of tax, exemptions and deductions.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing, in liquid fuels and fuels tax, for imposition of tax, exemptions and deductions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB558/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=558","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":260540,"bill_number":"SB408","title":"In Commonwealth budget procedures, providing for general appropriation bill time line.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in Commonwealth budget procedures, providing for general appropriation bill time line.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Rules & Executive Nominations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB408/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=408","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":260610,"bill_number":"HB537","title":"Further providing for the offense of sale or transfer of firearms and for loans on or lending or giving firearms prohibited.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of sale or transfer of firearms and for loans on or lending or giving firearms prohibited.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB537/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=537","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":260655,"bill_number":"SB432","title":"Further providing for the powers and duties of the State Board of Education.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for the powers and duties of the State Board of Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB432/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=432","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":260658,"bill_number":"HB551","title":"Further providing for definitions and for mandatory and optional membership; and providing for the Public School Employees' Optional Retirement Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for mandatory and optional membership; and providing for the Public School Employees' Optional Retirement Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB551/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=551","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":260672,"bill_number":"SB431","title":"Providing for procedures regarding the request and dispensation of lethal medication to patients seeking to die in a dignified and humane manner, for duties of attending physicians, for duties of consulting physicians, for insurance or annuity policies; imposing duties on the Department of Health; providing for immunities and for attorney fees; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for procedures regarding the request and dispensation of lethal medication to patients seeking to die in a dignified and humane manner, for duties of attending physicians, for duties of consulting physicians, for insurance or annuity policies; imposing duties on the Department of Health; providing for immunities and for attorney fees; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB431/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=431","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":260690,"bill_number":"SB438","title":"Providing for hospital patient protection.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, providing for hospital patient protection.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB438/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=438","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":260720,"bill_number":"HB545","title":"In Commonwealth Financing Authority, further providing for indebtedness; and establishing the Energy Independence Bond Guarantee Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth Financing Authority, further providing for indebtedness; and establishing the Energy Independence Bond Guarantee Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB545/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=545","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":260731,"bill_number":"HB549","title":"In malt beverage tax, further providing for limited tax credits.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in malt beverage tax, further providing for limited tax credits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB549/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=549","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":260757,"bill_number":"SB455","title":"Further providing for vacancies in election boards and for election boards in new districts.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for vacancies in election boards and for election boards in new districts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB455/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=455","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":260922,"bill_number":"SB423","title":"Prohibiting use of the death penalty.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting use of the death penalty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB423/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=423","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":260923,"bill_number":"HB467","title":"In registration of vehicles, further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB467/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=467","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":260990,"bill_number":"SB449","title":"Providing for child abuse recognition and reporting training.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for child abuse recognition and reporting training.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 126","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB449/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=449","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":261002,"bill_number":"HB542","title":"Further providing for official plans.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 24, 1966 (1965 P.L.1535, No.537), known as the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act, further providing for official plans.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB542/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=542","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":261010,"bill_number":"HB541","title":"In licenses and regulations, providing for reporting of changes in officers, directors or stockholders.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in licenses and regulations, providing for reporting of changes in officers, directors or stockholders.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB541/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=541","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":261041,"bill_number":"SB430","title":"In employment incentive payments, further providing for definitions and for employment incentive payments.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in employment incentive payments, further providing for definitions and for employment incentive payments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB430/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=430","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":261132,"bill_number":"HB468","title":"Further providing for filing of claim.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for filing of claim.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB468/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=468","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":261237,"bill_number":"HB557","title":"In adoption, further providing for home study and preplacement report, for report of intention to adopt, for report of intermediary, for exhibits in report of intermediary, for investigation, for contents of petition for adoption, for exhibits to petition for adoption and for time of entry of decree of adoption.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in adoption, further providing for home study and preplacement report, for report of intention to adopt, for report of intermediary, for exhibits in report of intermediary, for investigation, for contents of petition for adoption, for exhibits to petition for adoption and for time of entry of decree of adoption.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB557/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=557","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":261284,"bill_number":"HR61","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to increase funding to the National Institutes of health by 6.7% in each of the next three years to accelerate the momentum of discovery to improve health and quality of life for millions of Americans.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to increase funding to the National Institutes of health by 6.7% in each of the next three years to accelerate the momentum of discovery to improve health and quality of life for millions of Americans.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR61/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=61","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":261291,"bill_number":"SB427","title":"To ensure equitable coverage of prescription contraceptive drugs and devices and the medical and counseling services necessary for their effective use.","description":"An Act to ensure equitable coverage of prescription contraceptive drugs and devices and the medical and counseling services necessary for their effective use.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB427/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=427","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":261315,"bill_number":"HB477","title":"Providing for prohibition on rescissions of coverage; imposing a duty on the Insurance Department; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for prohibition on rescissions of coverage; imposing a duty on the Insurance Department; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB477/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=477","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":261355,"bill_number":"HB550","title":"In malt beverage tax, further providing for limited tax credits.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in malt beverage tax, further providing for limited tax credits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB550/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=550","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":261508,"bill_number":"HB547","title":"Providing for State government energy efficiency.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 29, 2004 (P.L.1376, No.178), known as the Alternative Fuels Incentive Act, providing for State government energy efficiency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB547/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=547","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":261598,"bill_number":"HB539","title":"In licenses and regulations, further providing for special occasion permits.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in licenses and regulations, further providing for special occasion permits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB539/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=539","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":261601,"bill_number":"HB554","title":"In falsification and intimidation, further providing for false reports to law enforcement authorities.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in falsification and intimidation, further providing for false reports to law enforcement authorities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB554/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=554","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":261612,"bill_number":"SB426","title":"Providing for a moratorium on leasing State forest lands for the purposes of natural gas exploration, drilling or production; imposing duties on the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources; and providing for report contents and for Legislative Budget and Finance Committee study.","description":"An Act providing for a moratorium on leasing State forest lands for the purposes of natural gas exploration, drilling or production; imposing duties on the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources; and providing for report contents and for Legislative Budget and Finance Committee study.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB426/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=426","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":261660,"bill_number":"SB448","title":"In provisions relating to minors, further providing for the offense of purchase, consumption, possession or transportation of liquor or malt or brewed beverages.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in provisions relating to minors, further providing for the offense of purchase, consumption, possession or transportation of liquor or malt or brewed beverages.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 66","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB448/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=448","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":261704,"bill_number":"HR60","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study intermodal transit in southeastern Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study intermodal transit in southeastern Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR60/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=60","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":261713,"bill_number":"HB556","title":"Further providing for limiting number of retail licenses to be issued in each county.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for limiting number of retail licenses to be issued in each county.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB556/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=556","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":261743,"bill_number":"SB441","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for a legislative reapportionment commission to designate legislative districts for the General Assembly within this Commonwealth.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for a legislative reapportionment commission to designate legislative districts for the General Assembly within this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB441/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=441","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":261752,"bill_number":"SB421","title":"Further providing for unlawful taking or possession of game or wildlife.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for unlawful taking or possession of game or wildlife.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB421/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=421","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":261762,"bill_number":"HB33","title":"Providing for taxation of natural gas drilling and for transfers and distributions.","description":"An Act amending Title 72 (Taxation and Fiscal Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for taxation of natural gas drilling and for transfers and distributions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Re-referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB33/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=33","sponsor":"Gregory Vitali"},
{"bill_id":261797,"bill_number":"SB453","title":"In taxicabs and limousines in first class cities, further providing for definitions and for certificate of public convenience required.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in taxicabs and limousines in first class cities, further providing for definitions and for certificate of public convenience required.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB453/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=453","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":261812,"bill_number":"SB450","title":"Providing for terms of members of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for terms of members of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Act No. 16","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB450/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=450","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":261824,"bill_number":"SB446","title":"In falsification and intimidation, further providing for failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders requirements; in registration of sexual offenders, defining \"habitual locale\" and \"transient\"; in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for registration, for registration procedures and applicability and for sentencing court information; in registration of sexual offenders, providing for registration of transients; and, in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for verification of residence, for victim notification, for other notification, for information made available on the Internet and for duties of the Pennsylvania State Police.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in falsification and intimidation, further providing for failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders requirements; in registration of sexual offenders, defining \"habitual locale\" and \"transient\"; in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for registration, for registration procedures and applicability and for sentencing court information; in registration of sexual offenders, providing for registration of transients; and, in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for verification of residence, for victim notification, for other notification, for information made available on the Internet and for duties of the Pennsylvania State Police.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB446/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=446","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":261829,"bill_number":"HB553","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"fire department vehicle.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the definition of \"fire department vehicle.\"","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB553/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=553","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":261865,"bill_number":"SB437","title":"Providing for requirements for hospitals and health care facilities that provide services to sexual assault victims, for provision of information and services relating to emergency contraception and for powers and duties of the Department of Health.","description":"An Act providing for requirements for hospitals and health care facilities that provide services to sexual assault victims, for provision of information and services relating to emergency contraception and for powers and duties of the Department of Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB437/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=437","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":261869,"bill_number":"SB440","title":"Providing for the definition of \"time and materials\"; and further providing for home improvement contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 17, 2008 (P.L.1645, No.132), known as the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act, providing for the definition of \"time and materials\"; and further providing for home improvement contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB440/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=440","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":261883,"bill_number":"SB436","title":"Further providing for exclusion from the sales tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for exclusion from the sales tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB436/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=436","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":261899,"bill_number":"SB422","title":"Further providing for ordinance provisions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, further providing for ordinance provisions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB422/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=422","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":261901,"bill_number":"SB424","title":"In health care, further providing for definitions, for legislative findings and intent, for when living will operative, for revocation and for authority of health care agent; providing for living will and other advance health care directives registry; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in health care, further providing for definitions, for legislative findings and intent, for when living will operative, for revocation and for authority of health care agent; providing for living will and other advance health care directives registry; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB424/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=424","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":262025,"bill_number":"HB538","title":"Providing for a long-term care tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a long-term care tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB538/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=538","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":262089,"bill_number":"HB548","title":"Providing for cost-benefit analysis; and further providing for powers and duties.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for cost-benefit analysis; and further providing for powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB548/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=548","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":262105,"bill_number":"HB546","title":"Authorizing the incurring of indebtedness, with the approval of the electors, of $400,000,000 for the acquisition, repair, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, extension, expansion and improvement of Pennsylvania infrastructure, including roads, bridges, railroads, dams, water supply and sewage treatment systems, energy, communications, flood control measures and any other such infrastructure the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority deems relevant; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority.","description":"An Act authorizing the incurring of indebtedness, with the approval of the electors, of $400,000,000 for the acquisition, repair, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, extension, expansion and improvement of Pennsylvania infrastructure, including roads, bridges, railroads, dams, water supply and sewage treatment systems, energy, communications, flood control measures and any other such infrastructure the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority deems relevant; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB546/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=546","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":262163,"bill_number":"HB475","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, abolishing the school property tax on homes and farms and limiting the school property tax on commercial and recreational properties.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, abolishing the school property tax on homes and farms and limiting the school property tax on commercial and recreational properties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB475/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=475","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":262230,"bill_number":"HB535","title":"Further providing for imposition of the corporate net income tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for imposition of the corporate net income tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB535/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=535","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":262242,"bill_number":"SB434","title":"Providing for early voting.","description":"An Act amending Title 25 (Elections) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for early voting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB434/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=434","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":262370,"bill_number":"SB429","title":"Providing for coverage for eating disorder treatment.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for coverage for eating disorder treatment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB429/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=429","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":262400,"bill_number":"HB544","title":"In child protective services, further providing for definitions; and providing for a children's ombudsman and remedial powers, for response to complaints, for cooperation of agencies and providers, for confidentiality of investigations and records, for findings and recommendations, for protection from retaliation and for nonexclusivity of remedy.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child protective services, further providing for definitions; and providing for a children's ombudsman and remedial powers, for response to complaints, for cooperation of agencies and providers, for confidentiality of investigations and records, for findings and recommendations, for protection from retaliation and for nonexclusivity of remedy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB544/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=544","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":262457,"bill_number":"SB452","title":"Updating and expanding the storm water planning requirements to be undertaken by counties; authorizing counties to regulate storm water within a watershed-based planning area; authorizing the formation of water resources management authorities; enabling counties, municipalities and water resources management authorities to develop integrated water resources management plans; imposing duties and conferring powers on the Department of Environmental Protection, the Environmental Quality Board, counties, municipalities and water resources management authorities; providing for financing and for waiver of use for certain grant or loan funds; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act updating and expanding the storm water planning requirements to be undertaken by counties; authorizing counties to regulate storm water within a watershed-based planning area; authorizing the formation of water resources management authorities; enabling counties, municipalities and water resources management authorities to develop integrated water resources management plans; imposing duties and conferring powers on the Department of Environmental Protection, the Environmental Quality Board, counties, municipalities and water resources management authorities; providing for financing and for waiver of use for certain grant or loan funds; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB452/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=452","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":262467,"bill_number":"SB443","title":"Prohibiting the administration of certain antimicrobial agents in agriculture; providing for inspection and testing of agricultural operations, for enforcement, for reporting by agricultural operations and for alternatives to administration of antimicrobial agents to animals; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act prohibiting the administration of certain antimicrobial agents in agriculture; providing for inspection and testing of agricultural operations, for enforcement, for reporting by agricultural operations and for alternatives to administration of antimicrobial agents to animals; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB443/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=443","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":262470,"bill_number":"SB445","title":"Providing for abandonment of mineral rights in real property, for the recording by surface owners of title to mineral rights in their real property after 21 years of nonuse by the subsurface owner; and establishing a right of action to settle title to mineral rights.","description":"An Act providing for abandonment of mineral rights in real property, for the recording by surface owners of title to mineral rights in their real property after 21 years of nonuse by the subsurface owner; and establishing a right of action to settle title to mineral rights.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB445/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=445","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":262476,"bill_number":"HB466","title":"In support matters, further providing for cooperation of government and nongovernment agencies.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in support matters, further providing for cooperation of government and nongovernment agencies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB466/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=466","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":262527,"bill_number":"SB454","title":"Establishing a program for the purchase of certain types of environmental liability insurance and for subsidies for the costs of premiums; and providing for powers and duties of the Department of Environmental Protection.","description":"An Act establishing a program for the purchase of certain types of environmental liability insurance and for subsidies for the costs of premiums; and providing for powers and duties of the Department of Environmental Protection.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB454/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=454","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":262591,"bill_number":"HB540","title":"In licenses and regulations, further providing for liquor importers' licenses and fees, privileges and restrictions.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in licenses and regulations, further providing for liquor importers' licenses and fees, privileges and restrictions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB540/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=540","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":262606,"bill_number":"HB574","title":"Further providing for definitions, licensure, fees and issuance of license; and making an inconsistent repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, further providing for definitions, licensure, fees and issuance of license; and making an inconsistent repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-05-16","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB574/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=574","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":262626,"bill_number":"HB577","title":"Authorizing and directing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey certain lands situate in the 11th Ward, City of Harrisburg, known as the Governor's Residence.","description":"An Act authorizing and directing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey certain lands situate in the 11th Ward, City of Harrisburg, known as the Governor's Residence.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB577/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=577","sponsor":"Jim Christiana"},
{"bill_id":262629,"bill_number":"HB144","title":"Further providing for utilization of land or conveyance of rights for exploration or extraction of gas, oil or coal bed methane.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1974 (P.L.973, No.319), known as the Pennsylvania Farmland and Forest Land Assessment Act of 1974, further providing for utilization of land or conveyance of rights for exploration or extraction of gas, oil or coal bed methane.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 35","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB144/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=144","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":262630,"bill_number":"HB579","title":"In ownership of property and legal title and equitable estate, further providing for right to dispose of a decedent's remains.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ownership of property and legal title and equitable estate, further providing for right to dispose of a decedent's remains.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB579/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=579","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":262631,"bill_number":"HR63","title":"Memorializing Congress to require the United States Department of Defense to issue identification cards to veterans of the United States Armed Forces.","description":"A Resolution memorializing Congress to require the United States Department of Defense to issue identification cards to veterans of the United States Armed Forces.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR63/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=63","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":262663,"bill_number":"SR29","title":"Supporting \"National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day\" on February 7, 2011, in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution supporting \"National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day\" on February 7, 2011, in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR29/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=29","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":262678,"bill_number":"HB586","title":"Designating the Donora-Monessen Bridge in Washington and Westmoreland Counties as the Stan Musial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the Donora-Monessen Bridge in Washington and Westmoreland Counties as the Stan Musial Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-06","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB586/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=586","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":262680,"bill_number":"HB560","title":"In hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for unlawful acts concerning licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for unlawful acts concerning licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB560/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=560","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":262691,"bill_number":"SB442","title":"Further providing for official oppression.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for official oppression.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB442/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=442","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":262704,"bill_number":"HB567","title":"Further providing for schedules of controlled substances.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for schedules of controlled substances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB567/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=567","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":262723,"bill_number":"HB573","title":"Further providing for the composition of the State Veterans' Commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the composition of the State Veterans' Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB573/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=573","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":262727,"bill_number":"HB572","title":"In general powers and duties, further providing for sale of real estate and grants of rights of way or other rights over or in real estate.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in general powers and duties, further providing for sale of real estate and grants of rights of way or other rights over or in real estate.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB572/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=572","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":262741,"bill_number":"HB568","title":"In other offenses, further providing for violation of rules regarding conduct on Commonwealth property.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other offenses, further providing for violation of rules regarding conduct on Commonwealth property.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB568/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=568","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":262747,"bill_number":"HB534","title":"Further providing for imposition of the corporate net income tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for imposition of the corporate net income tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB534/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=534","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":262759,"bill_number":"SR28","title":"Honoring the life of Senator Michael A. O'Pake and extending condolences to his family, staff, constituents and many friends.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of Senator Michael A. O'Pake and extending condolences to his family, staff, constituents and many friends.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR28/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=28","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":262825,"bill_number":"HB578","title":"Further providing for the governing board of the convention center authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for the governing board of the convention center authority.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB578/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=578","sponsor":"Florindo Fabrizio"},
{"bill_id":262843,"bill_number":"HB533","title":"Further providing for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB533/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=533","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":262865,"bill_number":"HB562","title":"Further providing for definitions and for purchase of agricultural conservation easements; and abrogating a regulation.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for definitions and for purchase of agricultural conservation easements; and abrogating a regulation.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 44","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB562/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=562","sponsor":"Mark Gillen"},
{"bill_id":262926,"bill_number":"SB456","title":"In special powers and duties of counties, further providing for flags to decorate graves.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in special powers and duties of counties, further providing for flags to decorate graves.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB456/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=456","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":262933,"bill_number":"HB582","title":"Defining the offense of interference with police officers.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, defining the offense of interference with police officers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB582/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=582","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":262955,"bill_number":"HB559","title":"Further providing for parole power.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for parole power.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB559/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=559","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":262988,"bill_number":"HB552","title":"Further providing for definitions and for mandatory and optional membership; and providing for the State Employees' Optional Retirement Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for mandatory and optional membership; and providing for the State Employees' Optional Retirement Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB552/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=552","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":262992,"bill_number":"HB565","title":"Further providing for judicial salaries, for executive salaries and for legislative salaries.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for judicial salaries, for executive salaries and for legislative salaries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB565/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=565","sponsor":"Gerald Mullery"},
{"bill_id":263003,"bill_number":"HB583","title":"Further providing for grading the offense of harassment.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for grading the offense of harassment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB583/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=583","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":263005,"bill_number":"HB587","title":"Further providing for regulatory authority of Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for regulatory authority of Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB587/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=587","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":263017,"bill_number":"HB76","title":"Establishing the Bureau of Toll Administration within the Department of Transportation; providing for the assumption by the Department of Transportation of the functions of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, for assumption by the Commonwealth of the financing functions of the commission, for transfer to the Department of Transportation and State Treasurer of land, buildings, personal property and employees of the commission, for the abolition of the commission and the offices of Turnpike Commissioner; and making an inconsistent repeal of various acts relating to the Pennsylvania Turnpike.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, establishing the Bureau of Toll Administration within the Department of Transportation; providing for the assumption by the Department of Transportation of the functions of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, for assumption by the Commonwealth of the financing functions of the commission, for transfer to the Department of Transportation and State Treasurer of land, buildings, personal property and employees of the commission, for the abolition of the commission and the offices of Turnpike Commissioner; and making an inconsistent repeal of various acts relating to the Pennsylvania Turnpike.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB76/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=76","sponsor":"Jim Christiana"},
{"bill_id":263038,"bill_number":"SB457","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, reducing the size of the General Assembly.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, reducing the size of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB457/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=457","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":263059,"bill_number":"HB575","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for the right to hunt, fish and harvest game.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for the right to hunt, fish and harvest game.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB575/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=575","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":263063,"bill_number":"HB543","title":"Further providing for compensation and expenses of witnesses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for compensation and expenses of witnesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB543/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=543","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":263146,"bill_number":"HB580","title":"Further providing for definitions, for persons ineligible for licensing, license issuance to minors, junior driver's license, for learners' permits and for school examination or hearing or accumulation of points or excessive speeding; providing for prohibiting use of interactive wireless communication device; and further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors, for duty of driver in emergency response areas, for accident report forms, for department to compile, tabulate and analyze accident reports, for television equipment, for restraint systems and for applicability and uniformity of title.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for persons ineligible for licensing, license issuance to minors, junior driver's license, for learners' permits and for school examination or hearing or accumulation of points or excessive speeding; providing for prohibiting use of interactive wireless communication device; and further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors, for duty of driver in emergency response areas, for accident report forms, for department to compile, tabulate and analyze accident reports, for television equipment, for restraint systems and for applicability and uniformity of title.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB580/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=580","sponsor":"Joseph Markosek"},
{"bill_id":263160,"bill_number":"HR62","title":"Encouraging The Pennsylvania State University to appropriately recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of football coach Joseph Vincent \"Joe\" Paterno, affectionately known by fans as \"JoePa,\" in his 62nd year of service to The Pennsylvania State University, students, athletes and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; and recognizing September 3, 2011, as \"Coach Paterno Day\" in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution encouraging The Pennsylvania State University to appropriately recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of football coach Joseph Vincent \"Joe\" Paterno, affectionately known by fans as \"JoePa,\" in his 62nd year of service to The Pennsylvania State University, students, athletes and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; and recognizing September 3, 2011, as \"Coach Paterno Day\" in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR62/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=62","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":263188,"bill_number":"HB570","title":"Further providing for enforcement of act and inspection.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 7, 1982 (P.L.784, No.225), known as the Dog Law, further providing for enforcement of act and inspection.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB570/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=570","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":263217,"bill_number":"HR59","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to take action to safeguard the health of families who are eligible for food stamps by changing the way the Food Stamps Program is regulated.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to take action to safeguard the health of families who are eligible for food stamps by changing the way the Food Stamps Program is regulated.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR59/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=59","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":263233,"bill_number":"HB571","title":"In miscellaneous provisions, providing for limitations on municipal powers; and, in creation, alteration and termination of planned communities, providing for alterations for energy conservation.","description":"An Act amending Titles 53 (Municipalities Generally) and 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in miscellaneous provisions, providing for limitations on municipal powers; and, in creation, alteration and termination of planned communities, providing for alterations for energy conservation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB571/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=571","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":263272,"bill_number":"HB561","title":"Further providing for definitions and for license; providing for application for public adjuster license, for licensing, for issuance and term of license, for license renewals and for reciprocal licensing; further providing for fees, for bond and for contract; providing for written disclosure of financial interest; further providing for revocation, etc., of license and for violations; providing for civil remedy; further providing for administration and enforcement; and providing for persons licensed as public adjuster solicitors.","description":"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 and for license; providing for application for public adjuster license, for licensing, for issuance and term of license, for license renewals and for reciprocal licensing; further providing for fees, for bond and for contract; providing for written disclosure of financial interest; further providing for revocation, etc., of license and for violations; providing for civil remedy; further providing for administration and enforcement; and providing for persons licensed as public adjuster solicitors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB561/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=561","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":263320,"bill_number":"HB576","title":"Providing for recreational hunting on lands managed by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.","description":"An Act providing for recreational hunting on lands managed by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB576/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=576","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":263330,"bill_number":"HB584","title":"Designating the Claysville Interchange of Exit 6 on Interstate 70 in Washington County as the Sergeant Nathan P. Kennedy Memorial Interchange.","description":"An Act designating the Claysville Interchange of Exit 6 on Interstate 70 in Washington County as the Sergeant Nathan P. Kennedy Memorial Interchange.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB584/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=584","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":263359,"bill_number":"HB564","title":"Further providing for compensation of members of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for compensation of members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB564/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=564","sponsor":"Gerald Mullery"},
{"bill_id":263378,"bill_number":"HB569","title":"Prohibiting the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources from promulgating certain rules and regulations.","description":"An Act prohibiting the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources from promulgating certain rules and regulations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB569/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=569","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":263434,"bill_number":"SB425","title":"Further providing for definitions, for well permits, for well location restrictions, for protection of fresh groundwater and casing requirements and for protection of water supplies; providing for hydraulic fracturing chemicals and surface impoundments, for hydraulic fracture fluids monitoring and for use of surface impoundments for temporary flowback storage; and further providing for bonding, for enforcement orders, for penalties, for civil penalties, for well plugging funds and for local ordinances.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for definitions, for well permits, for well location restrictions, for protection of fresh groundwater and casing requirements and for protection of water supplies; providing for hydraulic fracturing chemicals and surface impoundments, for hydraulic fracture fluids monitoring and for use of surface impoundments for temporary flowback storage; and further providing for bonding, for enforcement orders, for penalties, for civil penalties, for well plugging funds and for local ordinances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-07","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-07","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB425/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=425","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":263438,"bill_number":"HB566","title":"Further providing for the regular antlered deer season.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the regular antlered deer season.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB566/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=566","sponsor":"Gerald Mullery"},
{"bill_id":263449,"bill_number":"HB581","title":"Further providing for storage by distributors and importing distributors.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for storage by distributors and importing distributors.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Re-committed to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-13","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB581/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=581","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":263456,"bill_number":"HB555","title":"Further providing for limiting number of retail licenses to be issued in each county.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for limiting number of retail licenses to be issued in each county.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-08","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-02-08","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB555/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=555","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":263485,"bill_number":"HB585","title":"Designating a bridge in Carroll Township, Washington County, as the Stanley Jurgaitis Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge in Carroll Township, Washington County, as the Stanley Jurgaitis Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB585/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=585","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":263556,"bill_number":"HB590","title":"Providing for financial assistance to foster youth and youth adopted from the foster care system; reducing the long-term costs for taxpayers by enhancing opportunities for youth who are or have been in substitute care; assisting youth who are and have been in substitute care by making college accessible; and encouraging the adoption of youth from substitute care by assisting families with the financing of postsecondary education.","description":"An Act providing for financial assistance to foster youth and youth adopted from the foster care system; reducing the long-term costs for taxpayers by enhancing opportunities for youth who are or have been in substitute care; assisting youth who are and have been in substitute care by making college accessible; and encouraging the adoption of youth from substitute care by assisting families with the financing of postsecondary education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB590/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=590","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":263575,"bill_number":"SB459","title":"Further providing for petitions to deny parole upon expiration of minimum sentence.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 24, 1998 (P.L.882, No.111), known as the Crime Victims Act, further providing for petitions to deny parole upon expiration of minimum sentence.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB459/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=459","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":263669,"bill_number":"HB588","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for requirements concerning returns, notices, records and statements.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for requirements concerning returns, notices, records and statements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB588/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=588","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":263691,"bill_number":"HB602","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for secret ballot election for employee representation.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for secret ballot election for employee representation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB602/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=602","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":263702,"bill_number":"SB461","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for same-sex marriages; and making a repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; providing for same-sex marriages; and making a repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB461/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=461","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":263732,"bill_number":"HB599","title":"Further providing for definitions; establishing the Home Improvement Guaranty Fund; and providing for claims against the fund, for procedure for submitting claims and for reimbursement of fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 17, 2008 (P.L.1645, No.132), known as the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act, further providing for definitions; establishing the Home Improvement Guaranty Fund; and providing for claims against the fund, for procedure for submitting claims and for reimbursement of fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB599/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=599","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":263773,"bill_number":"SB458","title":"Updating and modernizing certain terminology.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 20, 1966 (3rd Sp.Sess., P.L.96, No.6), known as the Mental Health and Mental Retardation Act of 1966, updating and modernizing certain terminology.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-22","last_action":"Act No. 105","last_action_date":"2011-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB458/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=458","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":263798,"bill_number":"SB466","title":"Further providing for death action.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for death action.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB466/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=466","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":263876,"bill_number":"HB598","title":"Providing for the regulation of home construction contracts and for the registration of certain home builders; prohibiting certain acts; providing for penalties; establishing the Home Builder Guaranty Fund; and providing for claims against the fund.","description":"An Act providing for the regulation of home construction contracts and for the registration of certain home builders; prohibiting certain acts; providing for penalties; establishing the Home Builder Guaranty Fund; and providing for claims against the fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB598/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=598","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":263937,"bill_number":"HB479","title":"Providing for prohibition on lifetime and annual limits on essential health benefits; imposing duties on the Insurance Department; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for prohibition on lifetime and annual limits on essential health benefits; imposing duties on the Insurance Department; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB479/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=479","sponsor":"Nickolas Kotik"},
{"bill_id":264061,"bill_number":"HB592","title":"Further providing for exemptions from the realty transfer tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for exemptions from the realty transfer tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB592/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=592","sponsor":"Michael Fleck"},
{"bill_id":264067,"bill_number":"SB462","title":"Providing for the establishment, implementation and administration of a comprehensive retiree welfare-to-work mentoring program for certain individuals; and imposing additional powers and duties on the Department of Aging.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment, implementation and administration of a comprehensive retiree welfare-to-work mentoring program for certain individuals; and imposing additional powers and duties on the Department of Aging.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB462/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=462","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":264071,"bill_number":"HB601","title":"Further providing for sentences for offenses against infant persons.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sentences for offenses against infant persons.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB601/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=601","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":264100,"bill_number":"SB463","title":"Establishing the Nurses Health Program; and making an allocation.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 22, 1951 (P.L.317, No.69), known as The Professional Nursing Law, establishing the Nurses Health Program; and making an allocation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB463/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=463","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":264153,"bill_number":"HB589","title":"Designating U.S. Route 1 in Bucks County from mile marker 66.8 to mile marker 80.2 as the Detective Christopher Jones Memorial Highway.","description":"An Act designating U.S. Route 1 in Bucks County from mile marker 66.8 to mile marker 80.2 as the Detective Christopher Jones Memorial Highway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 45","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB589/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=589","sponsor":"Frank Farry"},
{"bill_id":264185,"bill_number":"HB600","title":"Providing for salary of corrections managers.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for salary of corrections managers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB600/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=600","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":264373,"bill_number":"SB464","title":"Further providing for manufacturer's duty for refund or replacement.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 28, 1984 (P.L.150, No.28), known as the Automobile Lemon Law, further providing for manufacturer's duty for refund or replacement.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB464/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=464","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":264384,"bill_number":"HB591","title":"Designating the Johnstown Traction Company's Car Number 355 as the official State trolley of the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act designating the Johnstown Traction Company's Car Number 355 as the official State trolley of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB591/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=591","sponsor":"Michael Fleck"},
{"bill_id":264527,"bill_number":"HR64","title":"Honoring the League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania on the occasion of the 91st anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution honoring the League of Women Voters of Pennsylvania on the occasion of the 91st anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR64/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=64","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":264616,"bill_number":"SB465","title":"Further providing for agency membership.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 3, 1959 (P.L.1688, No.621), known as the Housing Finance Agency Law, further providing for agency membership.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-09","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-02-09","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB465/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=465","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":264782,"bill_number":"HB594","title":"Extensively revising provisions on adoption; and making repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, extensively revising provisions on adoption; and making repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB594/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=594","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":264788,"bill_number":"HB605","title":"Providing for registration by sex offenders and sexually violent predators of Internet accounts and Internet identifiers; establishing a State registry of Internet accounts and Internet identifiers of sex offenders and sexually violent predators; and establishing a matching system for social networking Internet websites.","description":"An Act providing for registration by sex offenders and sexually violent predators of Internet accounts and Internet identifiers; establishing a State registry of Internet accounts and Internet identifiers of sex offenders and sexually violent predators; and establishing a matching system for social networking Internet websites.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB605/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=605","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":264938,"bill_number":"HB595","title":"In juvenile matters, further providing for definitions and for disposition of dependent child; and providing for termination of jurisdiction.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juvenile matters, further providing for definitions and for disposition of dependent child; and providing for termination of jurisdiction.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB595/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=595","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":265077,"bill_number":"HB603","title":"Further providing for Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Fund, Remining Environmental Enhancement Fund, Remining Financial Assurance Fund and department authority for awarding of grants.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 31, 1945 (P.L.1198, No.418), known as the Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act, further providing for Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Fund, Remining Environmental Enhancement Fund, Remining Financial Assurance Fund and department authority for awarding of grants.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB603/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=603","sponsor":"Scott Hutchinson"},
{"bill_id":265143,"bill_number":"HB597","title":"In juvenile matters, further providing for definitions and for disposition of dependent child; and providing for termination of jurisdiction.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juvenile matters, further providing for definitions and for disposition of dependent child; and providing for termination of jurisdiction.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB597/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=597","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":265168,"bill_number":"HR67","title":"Expressing the House of Representatives' support for the Social Security system and urging the Congress of the United States to reconsider raising Social Security payments to seniors and the disabled, due to the rise in food and energy prices and the cost of living.","description":"A Resolution expressing the House of Representatives' support for the Social Security system and urging the Congress of the United States to reconsider raising Social Security payments to seniors and the disabled, due to the rise in food and energy prices and the cost of living.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR67/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=67","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":265182,"bill_number":"HR65","title":"Commemorating February 16, 2011, as \"Lithuanian Independence Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commemorating February 16, 2011, as \"Lithuanian Independence Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR65/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=65","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":265253,"bill_number":"HR66","title":"Congratulating Jillian Patricia Pirtle of Philadelphia on winning the 2011 Miss Black Pennsylvania pageant.","description":"A Resolution congratulating Jillian Patricia Pirtle of Philadelphia on winning the 2011 Miss Black Pennsylvania pageant.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR66/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=66","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":265419,"bill_number":"HB596","title":"In juvenile matters, further providing for definitions and for disposition of dependent child; and providing for termination of jurisdiction.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juvenile matters, further providing for definitions and for disposition of dependent child; and providing for termination of jurisdiction.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB596/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=596","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":265445,"bill_number":"HB604","title":"Amending the act of December 15, 1955 (P.L.865, No.256), entitled \"An act requiring rents and royalties from oil and gas leases of Commonwealth land to be placed in a special fund to be used for conservation, recreation, dams, and flood control; authorizing the Secretary of Forests and Waters to determine the need for and location of such projects and to acquire the necessary land,\" further providing for the Oil and Gas Lease Fund; providing for reallocation of moneys in fund; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1955 (P.L.865, No.256), entitled \"An act requiring rents and royalties from oil and gas leases of Commonwealth land to be placed in a special fund to be used for conservation, recreation, dams, and flood control; authorizing the Secretary of Forests and Waters to determine the need for and location of such projects and to acquire the necessary land,\" further providing for the Oil and Gas Lease Fund; providing for reallocation of moneys in fund; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB604/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=604","sponsor":"Scott Hutchinson"},
{"bill_id":265575,"bill_number":"HB593","title":"In child protective services, further providing for release of information in confidential reports.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child protective services, further providing for release of information in confidential reports.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB593/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=593","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":266344,"bill_number":"HR69","title":"Proclaiming the month of May 2011 as \"National Drug Treatment Court Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution proclaiming the month of May 2011 as \"National Drug Treatment Court Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR69/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=69","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":266433,"bill_number":"HB621","title":"Establishing parent involvement programs and policies in school districts and the school health services task force.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, establishing parent involvement programs and policies in school districts and the school health services task force.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB621/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=621","sponsor":"Frank Burns"},
{"bill_id":266442,"bill_number":"HB611","title":"Providing for the establishment of a Cultural Development District Program for communities in this Commonwealth with arts and cultural centers which benefit the public; and establishing Commonwealth tax exemptions for residents and businesses within the designated cultural development districts.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment of a Cultural Development District Program for communities in this Commonwealth with arts and cultural centers which benefit the public; and establishing Commonwealth tax exemptions for residents and businesses within the designated cultural development districts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB611/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=611","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":266447,"bill_number":"HB624","title":"In small and disadvantaged businesses, further providing for policy, for definitions, for duties of department, for bonding and progress payments and for report to General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in small and disadvantaged businesses, further providing for policy, for definitions, for duties of department, for bonding and progress payments and for report to General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB624/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=624","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":266484,"bill_number":"SB479","title":"Providing for a sales and use tax discount for motor vehicle registered dealers.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a sales and use tax discount for motor vehicle registered dealers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB479/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=479","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":266506,"bill_number":"HB615","title":"Providing for the training and certification of qualified assessors of individuals needing long-term care services, for the powers and duties of the Department of Aging and for report to General Assembly.","description":"An Act providing for the training and certification of qualified assessors of individuals needing long-term care services, for the powers and duties of the Department of Aging and for report to General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB615/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=615","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":266527,"bill_number":"SB481","title":"Adding provisions relating to residential buildings with log walls.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, adding provisions relating to residential buildings with log walls.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB481/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=481","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":266546,"bill_number":"HB613","title":"Transferring provisions relating to environmental advisory councils; providing for the designation and regulation of geologically hazardous areas throughout this Commonwealth to protect people and limit property damage and the disruption of commerce from the possible dangers associated with land development in areas that are prone to landslides, sinkholes or other geologic hazards; imposing duties and conferring powers on the Department of Environmental Protection, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and municipalities; and providing for enforcement and remedies.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, transferring provisions relating to environmental advisory councils; providing for the designation and regulation of geologically hazardous areas throughout this Commonwealth to protect people and limit property damage and the disruption of commerce from the possible dangers associated with land development in areas that are prone to landslides, sinkholes or other geologic hazards; imposing duties and conferring powers on the Department of Environmental Protection, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and municipalities; and providing for enforcement and remedies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB613/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=613","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":266570,"bill_number":"SB467","title":"Providing for cooperation between political subdivisions and for the award of grants to recognize such cooperation.","description":"An Act providing for cooperation between political subdivisions and for the award of grants to recognize such cooperation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB467/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=467","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":266578,"bill_number":"HB620","title":"Further providing for table game taxes.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for table game taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB620/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=620","sponsor":"Frank Burns"},
{"bill_id":266590,"bill_number":"HB616","title":"Requiring public notices relating to long-term care providers; and providing for compliance and enforcement, for certain information to be posted on the Internet, for certain information to be provided directly to consumers and consumers' designated persons and for certain duties of Commonwealth agencies responsible for licensure, certification and other approval of long-term care providers.","description":"An Act requiring public notices relating to long-term care providers; and providing for compliance and enforcement, for certain information to be posted on the Internet, for certain information to be provided directly to consumers and consumers' designated persons and for certain duties of Commonwealth agencies responsible for licensure, certification and other approval of long-term care providers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB616/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=616","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":266638,"bill_number":"HB610","title":"Further providing for definitions and for rules for licensing and operation; providing for progressive jackpots; and further providing for penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1981 (P.L.214, No.67), known as the Bingo Law, further providing for definitions and for rules for licensing and operation; providing for progressive jackpots; and further providing for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB610/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=610","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":266669,"bill_number":"HB618","title":"In bonds and recognizances, providing for bail after conviction of certain sexual offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in bonds and recognizances, providing for bail after conviction of certain sexual offenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB618/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=618","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":266695,"bill_number":"SB473","title":"Further providing for license fee for deployed Pennsylvania National Guard members and for resident license and fee exemptions.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for license fee for deployed Pennsylvania National Guard members and for resident license and fee exemptions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Act No.  28","last_action_date":"2012-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB473/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=473","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":266702,"bill_number":"SB476","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for time for filing returns and for time of payment.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for time for filing returns and for time of payment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB476/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=476","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":266719,"bill_number":"HB623","title":"Providing for oncology benefit design.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for oncology benefit design.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB623/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=623","sponsor":"Frank Burns"},
{"bill_id":266761,"bill_number":"SB480","title":"Further providing for exclusions from the sales and use tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for exclusions from the sales and use tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB480/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=480","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":266816,"bill_number":"SB172","title":"Establishing the MESA Initiative; providing for duties of the Department of Education; and establishing the State MESA Commission.","description":"An Act establishing the MESA Initiative; providing for duties of the Department of Education; and establishing the State MESA Commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB172/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=172","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":266822,"bill_number":"HB607","title":"Providing for a comprehensive interagency plan for child day-care services and early childhood development services and for the powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act providing for a comprehensive interagency plan for child day-care services and early childhood development services and for the powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB607/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=607","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":266832,"bill_number":"SB175","title":"Providing for a limit on handgun purchases and sales; and establishing the Violence Prevention Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a limit on handgun purchases and sales; and establishing the Violence Prevention Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB175/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=175","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":266894,"bill_number":"SB472","title":"Further providing for State Transportation Commission.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for State Transportation Commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB472/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=472","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":266943,"bill_number":"HB619","title":"Establishing a recruitment scholarship program for volunteer fire companies, volunteer ambulance services and volunteer rescue squads; providing for duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act establishing a recruitment scholarship program for volunteer fire companies, volunteer ambulance services and volunteer rescue squads; providing for duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB619/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=619","sponsor":"Frank Burns"},
{"bill_id":266953,"bill_number":"SB469","title":"Amending the act of February 2, 1966 (1965 P.L.1860, No.586), entitled \"An act encouraging landowners to make land and water areas available to the public for recreational purposes by limiting liability in connection therewith, and repealing certain acts,\" providing for a short title; further providing for definitions; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 2, 1966 (1965 P.L.1860, No.586), entitled \"An act encouraging landowners to make land and water areas available to the public for recreational purposes by limiting liability in connection therewith, and repealing certain acts,\" providing for a short title; further providing for definitions; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-25","last_action":"Re-referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB469/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=469","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":266956,"bill_number":"HB606","title":"Establishing a task force within the Department of Education; and providing for its powers and duties and for administrative support.","description":"An Act establishing a task force within the Department of Education; and providing for its powers and duties and for administrative support.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB606/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=606","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":267027,"bill_number":"SB468","title":"In registration of vehicles, providing for special registration plates for recipients of the Silver Star, Bronze Star and Bronze Star with Valor and for special plates for recipients of Distinguished Service Cross, Distinguished Flying Cross, Navy Cross or Air Force Cross.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, providing for special registration plates for recipients of the Silver Star, Bronze Star and Bronze Star with Valor and for special plates for recipients of Distinguished Service Cross, Distinguished Flying Cross, Navy Cross or Air Force Cross.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB468/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=468","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":267039,"bill_number":"SB174","title":"Establishing the Schools of Excellence Program.","description":"An Act establishing the Schools of Excellence Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB174/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=174","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":267061,"bill_number":"SB470","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"publication,\" for general administration of part, for distribution of publication expenses, for official codification created and for required contractual arrangements.","description":"An Act amending Title 45 (Legal Notices) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the definition of \"publication,\" for general administration of part, for distribution of publication expenses, for official codification created and for required contractual arrangements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB470/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=470","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":267068,"bill_number":"SB478","title":"Providing for the tax sale of abandoned properties.","description":"An Act providing for the tax sale of abandoned properties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB478/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=478","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":267120,"bill_number":"HB608","title":"Further providing for mining permit; providing for bioenergy crop bonding; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 31, 1945 (P.L.1198, No.418), known as the Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act, further providing for mining permit; providing for bioenergy crop bonding; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 95","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB608/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=608","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":267130,"bill_number":"SB173","title":"Prohibiting obscene displays on and in motor vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting obscene displays on and in motor vehicles.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB173/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=173","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":267141,"bill_number":"SB471","title":"Providing for annual limitation on expenditure from Motor License Fund; and establishing the Pennsylvania State Police Fund and the Local Highway and Bridge Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for annual limitation on expenditure from Motor License Fund; and establishing the Pennsylvania State Police Fund and the Local Highway and Bridge Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB471/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=471","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":267148,"bill_number":"HB614","title":"Establishing the Long-Term Care Quality Improvement Council; and providing for a system for data collection, for benchmarking and dissemination of long-term care provider quality performance reports, for annual reports to the General Assembly and for publication of reports for public use.","description":"An Act establishing the Long-Term Care Quality Improvement Council; and providing for a system for data collection, for benchmarking and dissemination of long-term care provider quality performance reports, for annual reports to the General Assembly and for publication of reports for public use.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB614/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=614","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":267160,"bill_number":"SB171","title":"In juvenile matters, further defining \"child\" and \"dependent child\"; and providing for court review and approval of voluntary foster care extension agreements.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juvenile matters, further defining \"child\" and \"dependent child\"; and providing for court review and approval of voluntary foster care extension agreements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB171/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=171","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":267174,"bill_number":"HB612","title":"Further providing for unattended motor vehicle.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for unattended motor vehicle.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB612/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=612","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":267201,"bill_number":"HR68","title":"Designating the week of May 6 through 12, 2011, as \"Nurses Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 6 through 12, 2011, as \"Nurses Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR68/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=68","sponsor":"Adam Ravenstahl"},
{"bill_id":267202,"bill_number":"HB622","title":"Further providing for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB622/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=622","sponsor":"Frank Burns"},
{"bill_id":267210,"bill_number":"HB617","title":"Providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Aging and area agencies on aging and for annual review of care plans; requiring criminal background checks and communicable disease screenings of certain providers; prohibiting certain provider financial interests; providing for consumer telephone access; and providing for procedures for noncompliance.","description":"An Act providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Aging and area agencies on aging and for annual review of care plans; requiring criminal background checks and communicable disease screenings of certain providers; prohibiting certain provider financial interests; providing for consumer telephone access; and providing for procedures for noncompliance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB617/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=617","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":267229,"bill_number":"HB609","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, authorizing legislation to allow persons in the National Guard or in a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States, whether activated or not, to hold public office concurrently with their service.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, authorizing legislation to allow persons in the National Guard or in a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States, whether activated or not, to hold public office concurrently with their service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-10","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-10","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB609/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=609","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":267964,"bill_number":"HB124","title":"Further providing for definitions and for statement of financial interests.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for statement of financial interests.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB124/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=124","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":267965,"bill_number":"HB643","title":"Further providing for property held by financial institutions, for property held by insurers, for property held by utilities, for property held by business associations, for property held by fiduciaries, for property held by courts and public officers and agencies and for miscellaneous property held for or owing to another.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, further providing for property held by financial institutions, for property held by insurers, for property held by utilities, for property held by business associations, for property held by fiduciaries, for property held by courts and public officers and agencies and for miscellaneous property held for or owing to another.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 1167","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB643/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=643","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":267966,"bill_number":"SB507","title":"Providing for the time period for recording deeds from sheriff sales.","description":"An Act providing for the time period for recording deeds from sheriff sales.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB507/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=507","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":267982,"bill_number":"HB3","title":"Providing for public-private transportation partnerships; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for public-private transportation partnerships; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 88","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB3/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=3","sponsor":"Richard Geist"},
{"bill_id":268003,"bill_number":"SB500","title":"In civil actions and proceedings, further providing for comparative negligence.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in civil actions and proceedings, further providing for comparative negligence.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB500/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=500","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":268006,"bill_number":"HB629","title":"Providing for property tax payments.","description":"An Act amending Title 72 (Taxation and Fiscal Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for property tax payments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB629/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=629","sponsor":"Jerome Knowles"},
{"bill_id":268016,"bill_number":"SB503","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"income\"; and providing for the definition of \"Social Security substitute pension.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for the definition of \"income\"; and providing for the definition of \"Social Security substitute pension.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB503/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=503","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":268021,"bill_number":"SB506","title":"Further providing for chief deputy, for deputies and clerks, for public list of applicants for deputy sheriff, for penalties and for sheriff's employees and counties of the second class; and repealing provisions relating to appointment and promotion of deputy sheriffs in second class counties.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, further providing for chief deputy, for deputies and clerks, for public list of applicants for deputy sheriff, for penalties and for sheriff's employees and counties of the second class; and repealing provisions relating to appointment and promotion of deputy sheriffs in second class counties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB506/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=506","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":268029,"bill_number":"HR72","title":"Honoring the Borough of Millersville on its 250th anniversary year which commences on February 26, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring the Borough of Millersville on its 250th anniversary year which commences on February 26, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR72/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=72","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":268043,"bill_number":"HB626","title":"Further providing for the procedure for claiming special tax provisions and for proof of eligibility.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for the procedure for claiming special tax provisions and for proof of eligibility.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB626/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=626","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":268051,"bill_number":"SB176","title":"Providing for a limit on handgun purchases and sales in cities of the first class; establishing the Violence Prevention Fund; further providing for limitation on the regulation of firearms and ammunition and for limitation on municipal powers.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a limit on handgun purchases and sales in cities of the first class; establishing the Violence Prevention Fund; further providing for limitation on the regulation of firearms and ammunition and for limitation on municipal powers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB176/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=176","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":268058,"bill_number":"HB632","title":"Further providing for penalties and for fines, civil penalties and fees; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 24, 1966 (1965 P.L.1535, No.537), known as the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act, further providing for penalties and for fines, civil penalties and fees; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB632/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=632","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":268059,"bill_number":"SB505","title":"Further providing for certain disabled employees of jail and workhouses and salaries and expenses to be paid.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, further providing for certain disabled employees of jail and workhouses and salaries and expenses to be paid.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB505/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=505","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":268061,"bill_number":"HB625","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for absentee voting.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for absentee voting.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB625/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=625","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":268064,"bill_number":"HR71","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to review the Commonwealth's sewage facilities management program authorized under the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to review the Commonwealth's sewage facilities management program authorized under the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR71/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=71","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":268065,"bill_number":"HB635","title":"Providing a standard of care for the treatment of persons with bleeding disorders; and imposing a civil penalty.","description":"An Act providing a standard of care for the treatment of persons with bleeding disorders; and imposing a civil penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB635/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=635","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":268066,"bill_number":"SB497","title":"Further providing for attachment of income.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for attachment of income.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB497/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=497","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":268067,"bill_number":"HB641","title":"Establishing the Office of Inspector General; imposing duties upon the Auditor General and the Legislative Reference Bureau; and abolishing an executive office.","description":"An Act establishing the Office of Inspector General; imposing duties upon the Auditor General and the Legislative Reference Bureau; and abolishing an executive office.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB641/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=641","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":268072,"bill_number":"HB563","title":"Further providing for motorcycle safety education program.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for motorcycle safety education program.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-22","last_action":"Act No. 103","last_action_date":"2011-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB563/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=563","sponsor":"Richard Geist"},
{"bill_id":268074,"bill_number":"SB170","title":"In juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of dependent child.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of dependent child.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB170/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=170","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":268079,"bill_number":"HB640","title":"Transferring certain powers and duties to the Gaming Enforcement Office; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act transferring certain powers and duties to the Gaming Enforcement Office; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB640/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=640","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":268088,"bill_number":"SB494","title":"Further providing for administration by Department of Health.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, further providing for administration by Department of Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB494/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=494","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":268106,"bill_number":"SB484","title":"Further providing for simple assault.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for simple assault.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB484/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=484","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":268123,"bill_number":"SB460","title":"Amending the act of July 20, 1979 (P.L.183, No.60), entitled \"An act regulating the terms and conditions of certain leases regarding natural gas and oil,\" adding definitions; providing for payment information to interest owners for accumulation of proceeds from production; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 20, 1979 (P.L.183, No.60), entitled \"An act regulating the terms and conditions of certain leases regarding natural gas and oil,\" adding definitions; providing for payment information to interest owners for accumulation of proceeds from production; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB460/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=460","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":268125,"bill_number":"SB482","title":"Further providing, in general budget implementation, for the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, further providing, in general budget implementation, for the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB482/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=482","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":268132,"bill_number":"HR70","title":"Requesting the department of Transportation to conduct a study of the slate industry for the purpose of devising the best means of utilizing the slate waste by-product as a component in highway construction and civil engineering projects.","description":"A Resolution requesting the department of Transportation to conduct a study of the slate industry for the purpose of devising the best means of utilizing the slate waste by-product as a component in highway construction and civil engineering projects.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-06","last_action":"Adopted (192-1)","last_action_date":"2011-12-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR70/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=70","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":268133,"bill_number":"SB496","title":"Further providing for definitions and for unwanted telephone solicitation calls.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.911, No.147), known as the Telemarketer Registration Act, further providing for definitions and for unwanted telephone solicitation calls.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB496/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=496","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":268137,"bill_number":"SB492","title":"Further providing for administration by Department of Health.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, further providing for administration by Department of Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB492/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=492","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":268144,"bill_number":"SB491","title":"Further providing for term and content of licenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, further providing for term and content of licenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB491/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=491","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":268163,"bill_number":"HB644","title":"Further providing for definitions, for acquisition of control of or merger or consolidation with domestic insurer, for registration of insurers, for standards and management of an insurer within a holding company system and for examination; providing for supervisory colleges; and further providing for sanctions.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, further providing for definitions, for acquisition of control of or merger or consolidation with domestic insurer, for registration of insurers, for standards and management of an insurer within a holding company system and for examination; providing for supervisory colleges; and further providing for sanctions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB644/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=644","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":268165,"bill_number":"SB385","title":"In disabled veterans' real estate tax exemption, further providing for exemption and for duty of commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in disabled veterans' real estate tax exemption, further providing for exemption and for duty of commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB385/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=385","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":268225,"bill_number":"HB628","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, limiting Senators and Representatives from receiving outside earned income.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, limiting Senators and Representatives from receiving outside earned income.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB628/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=628","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":268236,"bill_number":"SB499","title":"Providing for inpatient diagnostic-related group charge reporting.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1986 (P.L.408, No.89), known as the Health Care Cost Containment Act, providing for inpatient diagnostic-related group charge reporting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB499/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=499","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":268238,"bill_number":"HB117","title":"Providing for ethics in government; prohibiting certain uses of public resources; and providing for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for ethics in government; prohibiting certain uses of public resources; and providing for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB117/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=117","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":268241,"bill_number":"HB639","title":"In optional affordable housing funding, further providing for affordable housing programs fee in cities of first class.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in optional affordable housing funding, further providing for affordable housing programs fee in cities of first class.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 114","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB639/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=639","sponsor":"John Taylor"},
{"bill_id":268261,"bill_number":"HB472","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, in legislation, further providing for consideration of bills.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, in legislation, further providing for consideration of bills.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB472/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=472","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":268269,"bill_number":"SB485","title":"Further providing for controlled substances forfeiture.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for controlled substances forfeiture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB485/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=485","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":268275,"bill_number":"SB447","title":"Consolidating the Oil and Gas Conservation Law with modifications relating to definitions, standard unit order, process, administration, standard of review, hearings and appeals, establishment of units, integration of various interests, lease extension and scope; providing for gas and hazardous liquids pipelines; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, consolidating the Oil and Gas Conservation Law with modifications relating to definitions, standard unit order, process, administration, standard of review, hearings and appeals, establishment of units, integration of various interests, lease extension and scope; providing for gas and hazardous liquids pipelines; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB447/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=447","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":268293,"bill_number":"SB477","title":"Providing for compelled removal.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, providing for compelled removal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB477/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=477","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":268297,"bill_number":"SB433","title":"Authorizing incorporation of benefit corporations; providing for rights, duties and obligations of benefit corporations and their shareholders, directors and officers; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of State.","description":"An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, authorizing incorporation of benefit corporations; providing for rights, duties and obligations of benefit corporations and their shareholders, directors and officers; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of State.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB433/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=433","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":268299,"bill_number":"SB501","title":"Further providing for drug nuisances; providing for drug nuisance abatement; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for drug nuisances; providing for drug nuisance abatement; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB501/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=501","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":268306,"bill_number":"SB486","title":"Further providing for schedules of controlled substances.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for schedules of controlled substances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB486/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=486","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":268309,"bill_number":"HB630","title":"Providing for employment rights of members of volunteer emergency service organizations and for tax credits for employers of employee-volunteers; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act providing for employment rights of members of volunteer emergency service organizations and for tax credits for employers of employee-volunteers; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB630/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=630","sponsor":"Jerome Knowles"},
{"bill_id":268333,"bill_number":"HB636","title":"Providing for oversight of the integrity of health care programs; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for oversight of the integrity of health care programs; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB636/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=636","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":268368,"bill_number":"HB627","title":"Providing for the American Health Benefit Exchange Act; establishing the Pennsylvania Health Insurance Exchange; imposing duties on the Insurance Department; and providing for powers and duties of the exchange, for health benefit plan certification, for funding and publication of costs and for regulations.","description":"An Act providing for the American Health Benefit Exchange Act; establishing the Pennsylvania Health Insurance Exchange; imposing duties on the Insurance Department; and providing for powers and duties of the exchange, for health benefit plan certification, for funding and publication of costs and for regulations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB627/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=627","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":268372,"bill_number":"SB489","title":"Prohibiting the illegal use of laser pointer.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting the illegal use of laser pointer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB489/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=489","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":268378,"bill_number":"SB502","title":"Further providing for license requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for license requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB502/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=502","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":268384,"bill_number":"HB642","title":"Providing for the tax sale of abandoned properties.","description":"An Act providing for the tax sale of abandoned properties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB642/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=642","sponsor":"John Taylor"},
{"bill_id":268391,"bill_number":"SB504","title":"Further providing for tax relief and use of disbursements.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, further providing for tax relief and use of disbursements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB504/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=504","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":268398,"bill_number":"SB483","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for absentee voting.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for absentee voting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB483/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=483","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":268401,"bill_number":"HB631","title":"Further providing for State Transportation Commission.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for State Transportation Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB631/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=631","sponsor":"Jerome Knowles"},
{"bill_id":268406,"bill_number":"HB438","title":"Amending the act of December 18, 2007 (P.L.464, No.71), entitled \"An act designating a portion of State Route 145 in Northampton County as the Battle of the Bulge Veterans Memorial Highway,\" further providing for the Battle of the Bulge Veterans Memorial Highway.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 2007 (P.L.464, No.71), entitled \"An act designating a portion of State Route 145 in Northampton County as the Battle of the Bulge Veterans Memorial Highway,\" further providing for the Battle of the Bulge Veterans Memorial Highway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 42","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB438/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=438","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":268410,"bill_number":"HB638","title":"Providing for a personal income tax credit for long-term care premiums paid by individuals; and imposing duties on the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Legislative Reference Bureau.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a personal income tax credit for long-term care premiums paid by individuals; and imposing duties on the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Legislative Reference Bureau.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB638/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=638","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":268418,"bill_number":"SB488","title":"Providing for mandatory prison sentences for arson and related offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for mandatory prison sentences for arson and related offenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB488/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=488","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":268442,"bill_number":"SB490","title":"Further providing for retail theft.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for retail theft.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB490/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=490","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":268448,"bill_number":"SB409","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for general appropriation bill.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for general appropriation bill.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB409/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=409","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":268454,"bill_number":"SB439","title":"Further providing for relatives' liability and procedure.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for relatives' liability and procedure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB439/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=439","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":268459,"bill_number":"SB508","title":"Designating U.S. Route 62 in Mercer County as the Mercer County Veterans Highway.","description":"An Act designating U.S. Route 62 in Mercer County as the Mercer County Veterans Highway.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB508/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=508","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":268464,"bill_number":"SB493","title":"Providing for quality assurance inspections.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, providing for quality assurance inspections.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB493/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=493","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":268473,"bill_number":"HB634","title":"Selecting, designating and adopting the Eastern Box Turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina) as the official reptile for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act selecting, designating and adopting the Eastern Box Turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina) as the official reptile for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB634/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=634","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":268476,"bill_number":"SB487","title":"Further providing for disqualification for commercial driver's license.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for disqualification for commercial driver's license.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB487/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=487","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":268512,"bill_number":"HB645","title":"Further providing for sentences for second and subsequent offenses, for prerelease plan for inmates and for general criteria for parole.","description":"An Act amending Titles 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sentences for second and subsequent offenses, for prerelease plan for inmates and for general criteria for parole.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB645/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=645","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":268513,"bill_number":"HB637","title":"Providing for health care program fraud.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for health care program fraud.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB637/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=637","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":268519,"bill_number":"SB495","title":"Providing for nursing home performance information; and requiring nursing homes to maintain inspection reports and to distribute reports to patients or designees.","description":"An Act providing for nursing home performance information; and requiring nursing homes to maintain inspection reports and to distribute reports to patients or designees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-11","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-11","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB495/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=495","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":268536,"bill_number":"HB633","title":"Providing for electronic publication of legal notices.","description":"An Act amending Title 45 (Legal Notices) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for electronic publication of legal notices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB633/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=633","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":268541,"bill_number":"HB471","title":"Providing for family impact statements in formulation and implementation of policies and regulations of certain executive agencies.","description":"An Act providing for family impact statements in formulation and implementation of policies and regulations of certain executive agencies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB471/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=471","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":268894,"bill_number":"HB670","title":"Providing for a disease management tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a disease management tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB670/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=670","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":268903,"bill_number":"HR73","title":"Requesting that the Attorney General and Auditor General investigate the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now.","description":"A Resolution requesting that the Attorney General and Auditor General investigate the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR73/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=73","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":268904,"bill_number":"SB513","title":"Providing for law enforcement officer residency requirements.","description":"An Act providing for law enforcement officer residency requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB513/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=513","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":268929,"bill_number":"HR74","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study local hotel room taxes that support county and regional tourism marketing and convention centers and to determine if revenues are being appropriated in accordance with applicable statutes.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study local hotel room taxes that support county and regional tourism marketing and convention centers and to determine if revenues are being appropriated in accordance with applicable statutes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR74/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=74","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":268945,"bill_number":"HB682","title":"Further providing for declarations of estimated tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for declarations of estimated tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB682/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=682","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":268950,"bill_number":"HB655","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"gross terminal revenue\"; and providing for the definition of \"promotional credits.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the definition of \"gross terminal revenue\"; and providing for the definition of \"promotional credits.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB655/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=655","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":268956,"bill_number":"HB666","title":"Further prohibiting unsolicited or misleading commercial or electronic mail messages and facsimiles.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 16, 2002 (P.L.1810, No.222), known as the Unsolicited Telecommunication Advertisement Act, further prohibiting unsolicited or misleading commercial or electronic mail messages and facsimiles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB666/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=666","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":268966,"bill_number":"HB647","title":"Further providing for approval of registration applications, street lists, public information lists and applications.","description":"An Act amending Title 25 (Elections) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for approval of registration applications, street lists, public information lists and applications.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Re-referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB647/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=647","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":268974,"bill_number":"HB661","title":"Providing for a freeze on real estate taxes for senior citizens.","description":"An Act providing for a freeze on real estate taxes for senior citizens.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB661/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=661","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":268983,"bill_number":"HB660","title":"Amending the act of June 9, 1936 (Sp.Sess., P.L.13, No.4), entitled, as reenacted and amended, \"An act imposing an emergency State tax on liquor, as herein defined, sold by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board; providing for the collection and payment of such tax; and imposing duties upon the Department of Revenue and the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board,\" further providing for the rate of taxation.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 9, 1936 (Sp.Sess., P.L.13, No.4), entitled, as reenacted and amended, \"An act imposing an emergency State tax on liquor, as herein defined, sold by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board; providing for the collection and payment of such tax; and imposing duties upon the Department of Revenue and the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board,\" further providing for the rate of taxation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB660/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=660","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":268984,"bill_number":"SB510","title":"In bonds and recognizances, providing for bail after conviction of certain sexual offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in bonds and recognizances, providing for bail after conviction of certain sexual offenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB510/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=510","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":268987,"bill_number":"HR75","title":"Urging the Insurance Commissioner to investigate the prevalence of the practice by which motor vehicle insurers coerce or otherwise attempt to aggressively direct their insureds who have filed claims for damaged motor vehicles to use motor vehicle repair shops that have been preapproved by the insurer or that are affiliated with the insurer, thereby restricting or adversely affecting the choice of the insureds to select repair shops of their own choice.","description":"A Resolution urging the Insurance Commissioner to investigate the prevalence of the practice by which motor vehicle insurers coerce or otherwise attempt to aggressively direct their insureds who have filed claims for damaged motor vehicles to use motor vehicle repair shops that have been preapproved by the insurer or that are affiliated with the insurer, thereby restricting or adversely affecting the choice of the insureds to select repair shops of their own choice.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR75/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=75","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":268995,"bill_number":"HR76","title":"A Concurrent Resolution memorializing Congress to direct the United States Department of Justice to pursue legal redress against persons and groups who engage in voter intimidation.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution memorializing Congress to direct the United States Department of Justice to pursue legal redress against persons and groups who engage in voter intimidation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR76/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=76","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":268996,"bill_number":"SB102","title":"In procurement organization, providing for review of contracts; in source selection and contract formation, further providing for sole source procurement; providing for procurement of professional services; and, in ethics in public contracting, providing for disclosure.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in procurement organization, providing for review of contracts; in source selection and contract formation, further providing for sole source procurement; providing for procurement of professional services; and, in ethics in public contracting, providing for disclosure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB102/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=102","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":269018,"bill_number":"SB514","title":"Further providing for regulations as to employment, work-related activities and training, for meeting special needs, work supports and incentives, for the Assistance Recipient Identification Program, for administration of assistance and related functions and for eligibility; providing for residence requirements for county assistance offices and for fraud reporting to Inspector General; and abrogating a regulation.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for regulations as to employment, work-related activities and training, for meeting special needs, work supports and incentives, for the Assistance Recipient Identification Program, for administration of assistance and related functions and for eligibility; providing for residence requirements for county assistance offices and for fraud reporting to Inspector General; and abrogating a regulation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB514/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=514","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":269040,"bill_number":"HB56","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing separate and distinct amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for terms of members and for legislative districts.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing separate and distinct amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for terms of members and for legislative districts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB56/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=56","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":269043,"bill_number":"HB653","title":"Designating the polka as the official State dance of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; and designating the square dance as the official American folk dance of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act designating the polka as the official State dance of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; and designating the square dance as the official American folk dance of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB653/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=653","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":269078,"bill_number":"SB518","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB518/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=518","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":269079,"bill_number":"HB669","title":"Providing for a tax credit for donation of used computers; and further defining \"taxable income\" relating to the corporate net income tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a tax credit for donation of used computers; and further defining \"taxable income\" relating to the corporate net income tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB669/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=669","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":269087,"bill_number":"HB55","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing separate and distinct amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for terms of members and for legislative districts.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing separate and distinct amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for terms of members and for legislative districts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB55/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=55","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":269099,"bill_number":"HB659","title":"Providing for confirmation of the English language.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for confirmation of the English language.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB659/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=659","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":269116,"bill_number":"HB672","title":"Further providing for disposition of the Budget Stabilization Reserve Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, further providing for disposition of the Budget Stabilization Reserve Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB672/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=672","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":269124,"bill_number":"HB667","title":"Providing for an information technology services tax credit; and further providing for new job tax credits.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for an information technology services tax credit; and further providing for new job tax credits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB667/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=667","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":269131,"bill_number":"HB658","title":"Further providing for payment of tax to other political subdivisions or states as credit or deduction and withholding tax; and providing for local services tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, further providing for payment of tax to other political subdivisions or states as credit or deduction and withholding tax; and providing for local services tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB658/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=658","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":269162,"bill_number":"HB671","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for classes of income.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for classes of income.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB671/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=671","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":269166,"bill_number":"HB664","title":"Further providing for collective bargaining and employee contract reporting by school districts.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for collective bargaining and employee contract reporting by school districts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB664/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=664","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":269172,"bill_number":"SB517","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"Have an Adverse Interest\"; and providing for a definition of \"Immediate Family.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1957 (P.L.1017, No.451), known as the State Adverse Interest Act, further providing for the definition of \"Have an Adverse Interest\"; and providing for a definition of \"Immediate Family.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB517/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=517","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":269186,"bill_number":"HB678","title":"Repealing provisions relating to powers of waterways patrolmen.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, repealing provisions relating to powers of waterways patrolmen.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB678/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=678","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":269201,"bill_number":"HB57","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing separate and distinct amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for terms of members and for legislative districts.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing separate and distinct amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for terms of members and for legislative districts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB57/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=57","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":269204,"bill_number":"HB679","title":"Further providing for unlawful devices and methods.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for unlawful devices and methods.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB679/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=679","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":269209,"bill_number":"HB674","title":"Providing for a biotechnology services tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a biotechnology services tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB674/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=674","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":269227,"bill_number":"HB654","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB654/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=654","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":269237,"bill_number":"HB473","title":"In forgery and fraudulent practices, further providing for the offense of bad checks; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of Banking.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in forgery and fraudulent practices, further providing for the offense of bad checks; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of Banking.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB473/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=473","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":269244,"bill_number":"HB649","title":"Regulating sexually oriented businesses; providing for licenses, for licensure requirements, for inspections and for enforcement; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act regulating sexually oriented businesses; providing for licenses, for licensure requirements, for inspections and for enforcement; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB649/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=649","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":269264,"bill_number":"HB668","title":"In preemptions, providing for municipal franchise agreements.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in preemptions, providing for municipal franchise agreements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB668/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=668","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":269271,"bill_number":"HB657","title":"Providing for vaccinations policies at general acute care hospitals.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, providing for vaccinations policies at general acute care hospitals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB657/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=657","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":269292,"bill_number":"HB662","title":"Amending the act of December 15, 1982 (P.L.1266, No.287), entitled, as amended, \"An act conferring limited residency status on military personnel, their dependents and civilian personnel assigned to an active duty station in Pennsylvania,\" further providing for attendance at State-related and State-owned institutions of higher learning and community colleges.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1982 (P.L.1266, No.287), entitled, as amended, \"An act conferring limited residency status on military personnel, their dependents and civilian personnel assigned to an active duty station in Pennsylvania,\" further providing for attendance at State-related and State-owned institutions of higher learning and community colleges.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB662/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=662","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":269313,"bill_number":"HB646","title":"Amending the act of July 2, 1993 (P.L.345, No.48), entitled \"An act empowering the General Counsel or his designee to issue subpoenas for certain licensing board activities; providing for hearing examiners in the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs; providing additional powers to the Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs; and further providing for civil penalties and license suspension,\" further providing for definitions and for civil penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 2, 1993 (P.L.345, No.48), entitled \"An act empowering the General Counsel or his designee to issue subpoenas for certain licensing board activities; providing for hearing examiners in the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs; providing additional powers to the Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs; and further providing for civil penalties and license suspension,\" further providing for definitions and for civil penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB646/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=646","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":269317,"bill_number":"SB511","title":"Requiring reports by certain recipients of public funds for economic development; and providing for powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development.","description":"An Act requiring reports by certain recipients of public funds for economic development; and providing for powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB511/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=511","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":269322,"bill_number":"SB509","title":"In registration of sexual offenders, further providing for global positioning system technology.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for global positioning system technology.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB509/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=509","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":269332,"bill_number":"HB648","title":"Further providing for additional parking regulations.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for additional parking regulations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB648/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=648","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":269349,"bill_number":"HB665","title":"Further providing for income tax returns.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for income tax returns.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB665/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=665","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":269360,"bill_number":"SB512","title":"Amending the act of August 10, 1951 (P.L.1189, No.265), entitled, as amended, \"An act regulating the appointment, promotion, suspension, reduction, removal and reinstatement of employes (except superintendents, assistant superintendents, inspectors, chief clerks and school guards) in bureaus of police in cities of the second class; and defining the powers and duties of civil service commissions in such cities for such purposes,\" further providing for qualifications for appointment in the competitive class of the civil service.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 10, 1951 (P.L.1189, No.265), entitled, as amended, \"An act regulating the appointment, promotion, suspension, reduction, removal and reinstatement of employes (except superintendents, assistant superintendents, inspectors, chief clerks and school guards) in bureaus of police in cities of the second class; and defining the powers and duties of civil service commissions in such cities for such purposes,\" further providing for qualifications for appointment in the competitive class of the civil service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB512/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=512","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":269363,"bill_number":"HB675","title":"In consolidated county assessment, further providing for subjects of local taxation.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in consolidated county assessment, further providing for subjects of local taxation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB675/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=675","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":269365,"bill_number":"HB680","title":"Further providing for exclusions from tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for exclusions from tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB680/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=680","sponsor":"David Millard"},
{"bill_id":269381,"bill_number":"HB681","title":"Further providing for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB681/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=681","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":269384,"bill_number":"HB652","title":"Further providing for the sale of certain containers of malt or brewed beverages by distributors and importing distributors.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for the sale of certain containers of malt or brewed beverages by distributors and importing distributors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB652/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=652","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":269392,"bill_number":"HB673","title":"Further providing for subjects of taxation enumerated.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 22, 1933 (P.L.853, No.155), known as The General County Assessment Law, further providing for subjects of taxation enumerated.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB673/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=673","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":269420,"bill_number":"HB663","title":"Providing for retroactive denial of reimbursement of payments to health care providers by insurers.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for retroactive denial of reimbursement of payments to health care providers by insurers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB663/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=663","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":269431,"bill_number":"HB676","title":"Providing for local senior citizen property tax rent rebates.","description":"An Act providing for local senior citizen property tax rent rebates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB676/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=676","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":269434,"bill_number":"HB650","title":"Further providing for arson and related offenses; and providing for sentences for arson of a historic resource.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for arson and related offenses; and providing for sentences for arson of a historic resource.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB650/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=650","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":269437,"bill_number":"HB656","title":"In general administration, establishing the Pennsylvania Public Alert System.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general administration, establishing the Pennsylvania Public Alert System.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB656/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=656","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":269456,"bill_number":"HB651","title":"To promote the general welfare and stimulate the economy of the Commonwealth by requiring that all government agencies purchase only flags manufactured in the United States; and imposing a penalty.","description":"An Act to promote the general welfare and stimulate the economy of the Commonwealth by requiring that all government agencies purchase only flags manufactured in the United States; and imposing a penalty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB651/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=651","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":269461,"bill_number":"SB516","title":"In driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for definitions, for penalties and for mandatory sentencing.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for definitions, for penalties and for mandatory sentencing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB516/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=516","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":269464,"bill_number":"HB683","title":"In officers, directors and members relating to nonprofit corporations, further providing for manner of giving notice.","description":"An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in officers, directors and members relating to nonprofit corporations, further providing for manner of giving notice.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB683/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=683","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":269471,"bill_number":"HB677","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"income\"; and providing for the definition of \"Social Security substitute pension.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for the definition of \"income\"; and providing for the definition of \"Social Security substitute pension.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB677/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=677","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":269497,"bill_number":"SB515","title":"In criminal history record information, further providing for definitions; and providing for mandatory determination and reporting of citizenship and immigration status.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in criminal history record information, further providing for definitions; and providing for mandatory determination and reporting of citizenship and immigration status.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB515/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=515","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":269527,"bill_number":"SB543","title":"Further providing for statutes of limitations for certain offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for statutes of limitations for certain offenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB543/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=543","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":269534,"bill_number":"SB529","title":"Amending the act of July 3, 1986 (P.L.396, No.86), entitled \"An act requiring notice of rate increases, policy cancellations and nonrenewals by property and casualty insurers,\" further providing for notices.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 3, 1986 (P.L.396, No.86), entitled \"An act requiring notice of rate increases, policy cancellations and nonrenewals by property and casualty insurers,\" further providing for notices.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB529/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=529","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":269557,"bill_number":"SB540","title":"Further providing for the Pennsylvania State Police; and repealing an act relating to limitation on complement of the Pennsylvania State Police.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for the Pennsylvania State Police; and repealing an act relating to limitation on complement of the Pennsylvania State Police.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB540/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=540","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":269560,"bill_number":"HB688","title":"In matters affecting government units, providing for legal fees in Pennsylvania Game Commission matters.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in matters affecting government units, providing for legal fees in Pennsylvania Game Commission matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB688/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=688","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":269566,"bill_number":"SB519","title":"Further providing for burglary.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for burglary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB519/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=519","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":269595,"bill_number":"HB699","title":"Amending the act of January 19, 1968 (1967 P.L.992, No.442), entitled, as amended, \"An act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the local government units thereof to preserve, acquire or hold land for open space uses,\" further providing for definitions and for local taxing options.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 19, 1968 (1967 P.L.992, No.442), entitled, as amended, \"An act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the local government units thereof to preserve, acquire or hold land for open space uses,\" further providing for definitions and for local taxing options.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB699/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=699","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":269615,"bill_number":"SB548","title":"In pupils and attendance, further providing for when transportation of pupils provided.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, further providing for when transportation of pupils provided.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB548/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=548","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":269640,"bill_number":"SB532","title":"Further providing for permit and license application requirements and for enforcement orders; and providing for repeat violations.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 7, 1980 (P.L.380, No.97), known as the Solid Waste Management Act, further providing for permit and license application requirements and for enforcement orders; and providing for repeat violations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB532/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=532","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":269658,"bill_number":"HB697","title":"Repealing imposition of tax; and further providing for inheritance tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, repealing imposition of tax; and further providing for inheritance tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB697/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=697","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":269727,"bill_number":"HB686","title":"Further providing for duties of public institutions of higher education and for the Transfer and Articulation Oversight Committee; providing for participation by State-related institutions and for retroactivity; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for duties of public institutions of higher education and for the Transfer and Articulation Oversight Committee; providing for participation by State-related institutions and for retroactivity; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB686/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=686","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":269735,"bill_number":"HB695","title":"In fiscal affairs, further providing for deterrent fences for deer, bear and elk and the payment of claims for damages by certain elk; imposing duties on the Department of Agriculture; and providing for the establishment of the Elk Damage Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fiscal affairs, further providing for deterrent fences for deer, bear and elk and the payment of claims for damages by certain elk; imposing duties on the Department of Agriculture; and providing for the establishment of the Elk Damage Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB695/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=695","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":269741,"bill_number":"SB524","title":"Providing for campaign finance reporting by write-in candidates; and further providing for filing fees and certificates of filing.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, providing for campaign finance reporting by write-in candidates; and further providing for filing fees and certificates of filing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB524/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=524","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":269756,"bill_number":"SB544","title":"Further providing for permit regulations.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 27, 1961 (P.L.1700, No.699), known as the Pharmacy Act, further providing for permit regulations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB544/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=544","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":269769,"bill_number":"SB541","title":"Prohibiting the use of State funds for relocation of licensed facilities.","description":"An Act prohibiting the use of State funds for relocation of licensed facilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB541/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=541","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":269773,"bill_number":"HB698","title":"Establishing the Landslide Insurance and Assistance Program within the Department of Environmental Protection; providing for related powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency; establishing and providing for the powers and duties of the Landslide Insurance and Assistance Board; establishing the Landslide Insurance Fund and the Landslide Assistance Fund; and providing for loans from the Coal and Clay Mine Subsidence Insurance Fund.","description":"An Act establishing the Landslide Insurance and Assistance Program within the Department of Environmental Protection; providing for related powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency; establishing and providing for the powers and duties of the Landslide Insurance and Assistance Board; establishing the Landslide Insurance Fund and the Landslide Assistance Fund; and providing for loans from the Coal and Clay Mine Subsidence Insurance Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB698/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=698","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":269798,"bill_number":"HB692","title":"In enforcement, further providing for powers and duties of waterways conservation officers.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in enforcement, further providing for powers and duties of waterways conservation officers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB692/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=692","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":269813,"bill_number":"HB691","title":"In Pennsylvania Game Commission, further providing for organization of commission and for its powers and duties.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Pennsylvania Game Commission, further providing for organization of commission and for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB691/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=691","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":269834,"bill_number":"SB537","title":"In school finances, providing for millage rate increase.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school finances, providing for millage rate increase.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB537/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=537","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":269871,"bill_number":"SB545","title":"Requiring an employer to provide notification to its employees of telephone call monitoring.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 26, 1978 (P.L.1212, No.286), referred to as the Inspection of Employment Records Law, requiring an employer to provide notification to its employees of telephone call monitoring.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB545/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=545","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":269964,"bill_number":"HB700","title":"Requiring compliance with Federal Selective Service requirements as part of application for learners' permits or drivers' licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, requiring compliance with Federal Selective Service requirements as part of application for learners' permits or drivers' licenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-19","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB700/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=700","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":269967,"bill_number":"SB522","title":"Further providing for loss of property rights to the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for loss of property rights to the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB522/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=522","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":269997,"bill_number":"HB689","title":"In enforcement, providing for authority to arrest or cite outside of State park or forest lands.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in enforcement, providing for authority to arrest or cite outside of State park or forest lands.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB689/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=689","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":270017,"bill_number":"HB685","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of the board.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for powers and duties of the board.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB685/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=685","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":270026,"bill_number":"SB531","title":"Further providing for criminal penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 7, 1980 (P.L.380, No.97), known as the Solid Waste Management Act, further providing for criminal penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB531/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=531","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":270088,"bill_number":"HB693","title":"In enforcement, further providing for powers and duties of enforcement officers.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in enforcement, further providing for powers and duties of enforcement officers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB693/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=693","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":270160,"bill_number":"SB525","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","description":"An Act amending act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB525/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=525","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":270167,"bill_number":"SB530","title":"Amending the act of July 3, 1986 (P.L.396, No.86), entitled \"An act requiring notice of rate increases, policy cancellations and nonrenewals by property and casualty insurers,\" further providing for notice of increase in premium and for notice requirements for midterm cancellations.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 3, 1986 (P.L.396, No.86), entitled \"An act requiring notice of rate increases, policy cancellations and nonrenewals by property and casualty insurers,\" further providing for notice of increase in premium and for notice requirements for midterm cancellations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB530/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=530","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":270209,"bill_number":"SB546","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for taxability of estates, trusts and their beneficiaries.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for taxability of estates, trusts and their beneficiaries.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB546/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=546","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":270291,"bill_number":"SB539","title":"In driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for grading and for penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for grading and for penalties.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Act No. 39","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB539/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=539","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":270318,"bill_number":"HB696","title":"In miscellaneous provisions, further providing for duties concerning disaster prevention.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in miscellaneous provisions, further providing for duties concerning disaster prevention.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB696/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=696","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":270330,"bill_number":"SB536","title":"Providing for automatic changes to schedules of controlled substances.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, providing for automatic changes to schedules of controlled substances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB536/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=536","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":270347,"bill_number":"SB523","title":"Further providing for payments to family and funeral directors.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for payments to family and funeral directors.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB523/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=523","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":270385,"bill_number":"SB521","title":"Further providing for grading the offense of deceptive or fraudulent business practices.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for grading the offense of deceptive or fraudulent business practices.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB521/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=521","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":270422,"bill_number":"SB547","title":"In offenses in general, further providing for leaving an unattended child in a motor vehicle; and, in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in offenses in general, further providing for leaving an unattended child in a motor vehicle; and, in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB547/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=547","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":270452,"bill_number":"HB684","title":"Further providing for granting of provisional college certificates; and providing for provisional vocational education certificates.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for granting of provisional college certificates; and providing for provisional vocational education certificates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB684/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=684","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":270496,"bill_number":"SB533","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for the offense of tampering with package or receptacle; and prescribing a penalty.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for definitions; providing for the offense of tampering with package or receptacle; and prescribing a penalty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB533/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=533","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":270576,"bill_number":"HB694","title":"Further providing for prohibitions against the grant of licenses and for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales, storage, etc.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for prohibitions against the grant of licenses and for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales, storage, etc.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB694/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=694","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":270601,"bill_number":"HB690","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in enforcement and remedies, providing for securing compensation for surface damage.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in enforcement and remedies, providing for securing compensation for surface damage.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB690/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=690","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":270608,"bill_number":"SB520","title":"Further providing for grading of theft offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for grading of theft offenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB520/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=520","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":270612,"bill_number":"SB526","title":"In licensing of drivers, further providing for schedule of convictions and points; in rules of the road in general, further providing for speed timing devices; and further providing for State and local powers.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, further providing for schedule of convictions and points; in rules of the road in general, further providing for speed timing devices; and further providing for State and local powers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB526/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=526","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":270632,"bill_number":"SB535","title":"Providing for administration of the act by requiring notification regarding theft or loss of controlled substances.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, providing for administration of the act by requiring notification regarding theft or loss of controlled substances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB535/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=535","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":270652,"bill_number":"SB527","title":"Further providing for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licensees.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licensees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB527/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=527","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":270655,"bill_number":"SB538","title":"In executive officers, providing for nominations.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in executive officers, providing for nominations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Rules & Executive Nominations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB538/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=538","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":270686,"bill_number":"HB687","title":"Providing for reimbursement to certain emergency services providers of the cost of responding to a request for emergency services on certain State-owned lands.","description":"An Act providing for reimbursement to certain emergency services providers of the cost of responding to a request for emergency services on certain State-owned lands.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB687/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=687","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":270704,"bill_number":"SB534","title":"Providing for records of distribution of controlled substances.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, providing for records of distribution of controlled substances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB534/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=534","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":270769,"bill_number":"HR77","title":"Paying tribute to the heroic efforts and sacrifices of the United States Armed Forces during the Battle of Iwo Jima on its 66th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution paying tribute to the heroic efforts and sacrifices of the United States Armed Forces during the Battle of Iwo Jima on its 66th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR77/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=77","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":271189,"bill_number":"HB705","title":"In county officers, further providing for enumeration of elected officers.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in county officers, further providing for enumeration of elected officers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB705/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=705","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":271245,"bill_number":"SR37","title":"Honoring the life of Chuck Tanner, former manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates, who died February 11, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of Chuck Tanner, former manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates, who died February 11, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR37/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=37","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":271269,"bill_number":"SR34","title":"Designating February 14, 2011, as \"National Socks for the Homeless Day\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging all citizens to contribute to organizations that provide socks for the homeless.","description":"A Resolution designating February 14, 2011, as \"National Socks for the Homeless Day\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging all citizens to contribute to organizations that provide socks for the homeless.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR34/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=34","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":271424,"bill_number":"HB710","title":"Further providing for right to lien and amount and for discharge of lien on payment into court or entry of security.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 24, 1963 (P.L.1175, No.497), known as the Mechanics' Lien Law of 1963, further providing for right to lien and amount and for discharge of lien on payment into court or entry of security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB710/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=710","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":271473,"bill_number":"HB709","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for school district options.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for definitions; and providing for school district options.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB709/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=709","sponsor":"Warren Kampf"},
{"bill_id":271532,"bill_number":"HB713","title":"Further providing for policy and for DNA sample; providing for collection from persons accepted from other jurisdictions; and further providing for procedures for withdrawal, collection and transmission of DNA samples and for expungement.","description":"An Act amending Title 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for policy and for DNA sample; providing for collection from persons accepted from other jurisdictions; and further providing for procedures for withdrawal, collection and transmission of DNA samples and for expungement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB713/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=713","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":271570,"bill_number":"SR36","title":"Congratulating the Pittsburgh Steelers for winning the 2010 AFC Championship and competing in Super Bowl XLV against the Green Bay Packers in Dallas, Texas on February 6, 2011, making their eighth trip to the Super Bowl.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Pittsburgh Steelers for winning the 2010 AFC Championship and competing in Super Bowl XLV against the Green Bay Packers in Dallas, Texas on February 6, 2011, making their eighth trip to the Super Bowl.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR36/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=36","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":271692,"bill_number":"HB712","title":"Designating State Route 997 within the limits of the Borough of Mont Alto, Franklin County, as the Sgt. Edward W. Shaffer Memorial Highway.","description":"An Act designating State Route 997 within the limits of the Borough of Mont Alto, Franklin County, as the Sgt. Edward W. Shaffer Memorial Highway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Act No. 77","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB712/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=712","sponsor":"Todd Rock"},
{"bill_id":271827,"bill_number":"HB711","title":"Further providing for medical professional liability insurance, for basic coverage limits, for Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund liability limits and for extended claims.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, further providing for medical professional liability insurance, for basic coverage limits, for Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund liability limits and for extended claims.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB711/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=711","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":271867,"bill_number":"HB702","title":"Exempting hybrid electric vehicles from the requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, exempting hybrid electric vehicles from the requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB702/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=702","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":271935,"bill_number":"HB707","title":"Further providing for enumeration of elected officers.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, further providing for enumeration of elected officers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB707/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=707","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":271949,"bill_number":"HB703","title":"Further providing for vehicles exempt from registration.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for vehicles exempt from registration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB703/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=703","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":271994,"bill_number":"HB701","title":"Relating to the rights of purchasers and lessees of defective recreational vehicles.","description":"An Act relating to the rights of purchasers and lessees of defective recreational vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-15","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-15","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB701/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=701","sponsor":"Ted Harhai"},
{"bill_id":272003,"bill_number":"HB706","title":"Providing for contributions to the Decoration of Veterans' Graves Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for contributions to the Decoration of Veterans' Graves Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB706/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=706","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":272130,"bill_number":"HB708","title":"In marriage, adding a definition; and providing for civil unions.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in marriage, adding a definition; and providing for civil unions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB708/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=708","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":272144,"bill_number":"SR35","title":"Designating the week of February 19 through 26, 2011, as \"FFA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of February 19 through 26, 2011, as \"FFA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-14","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR35/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=35","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":272263,"bill_number":"HB715","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for collection of municipal taxes by county treasurer.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 25, 1945 (P.L.1050, No.394), known as the Local Tax Collection Law, further providing for definitions; and providing for collection of municipal taxes by county treasurer.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 115","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB715/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=715","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":272302,"bill_number":"HB718","title":"Providing for retained asset accounts.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for retained asset accounts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB718/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=718","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":272569,"bill_number":"HB722","title":"Amending the act of June 13, 1907 (P.L.560, No.373), entitled \"An act designating the official flag of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and describing the same; providing for the carrying of such flag by the regiments of the National Guard of Pennsylvania; authorizing the Secretary of the Commonwealth to provide, and have deposited in the office of Secretary of the Commonwealth, a model of said flag, and making an appropriation therefor,\" further providing for specifications for the official flag of the Commonwealth and for the duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1907 (P.L.560, No.373), entitled \"An act designating the official flag of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and describing the same; providing for the carrying of such flag by the regiments of the National Guard of Pennsylvania; authorizing the Secretary of the Commonwealth to provide, and have deposited in the office of Secretary of the Commonwealth, a model of said flag, and making an appropriation therefor,\" further providing for specifications for the official flag of the Commonwealth and for the duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB722/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=722","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":272620,"bill_number":"HB480","title":"Providing for health care provider choice; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for health care provider choice; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB480/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=480","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":272644,"bill_number":"HB721","title":"In hunting and furtaking, further providing for penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hunting and furtaking, further providing for penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB721/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=721","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":272844,"bill_number":"HB716","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.789, No.285), known as The Insurance Department Act of 1921, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB716/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=716","sponsor":"Ted Harhai"},
{"bill_id":272896,"bill_number":"HB714","title":"Further providing for powers of authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, further providing for powers of authority.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB714/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=714","sponsor":"Robert Freeman"},
{"bill_id":273072,"bill_number":"HB717","title":"Establishing the Office of Consumer Advocate for Health Insurance as an office within the Office of Consumer Advocate and prescribing its powers and duties; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, establishing the Office of Consumer Advocate for Health Insurance as an office within the Office of Consumer Advocate and prescribing its powers and duties; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB717/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=717","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":273077,"bill_number":"HB719","title":"Further providing for definitions and for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for definitions and for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB719/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=719","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":273082,"bill_number":"HB720","title":"Further providing for definitions, for identity of pledger and for pawn ticket; providing for hold orders and related procedures; and further providing for sale of pledge and for penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1937 (P.L.200, No.51), known as the Pawnbrokers License Act, further providing for definitions, for identity of pledger and for pawn ticket; providing for hold orders and related procedures; and further providing for sale of pledge and for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-26","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB720/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=720","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":273185,"bill_number":"HR78","title":"Remembering Leon Dean Rudy of the City of Harrisburg, former staff person of the House of Representatives.","description":"A Resolution remembering Leon Dean Rudy of the City of Harrisburg, former staff person of the House of Representatives.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR78/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=78","sponsor":"Robert Freeman"},
{"bill_id":273573,"bill_number":"HB723","title":"Further providing for verification of eligibility.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for verification of eligibility.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB723/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=723","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":273575,"bill_number":"HB735","title":"Further providing for unlawful acts concerning licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for unlawful acts concerning licenses.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-15","last_action":"Act No. 107","last_action_date":"2011-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB735/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=735","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":273634,"bill_number":"HB732","title":"In medical services, providing for medical assistance.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in medical services, providing for medical assistance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB732/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=732","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":273672,"bill_number":"HR79","title":"Designating the week of February 28 through March 4, 2011, as \"Communities In Schools Week\" and honoring the work of the volunteers, staff and board members of the Pennsylvania network of Communities In Schools.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of February 28 through March 4, 2011, as \"Communities In Schools Week\" and honoring the work of the volunteers, staff and board members of the Pennsylvania network of Communities In Schools.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR79/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=79","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":273681,"bill_number":"HB724","title":"In district and assistant superintendents, further providing for eligibility.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in district and assistant superintendents, further providing for eligibility.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB724/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=724","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":273688,"bill_number":"HB731","title":"In senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance, further providing for the definition of \"income.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, in senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance, further providing for the definition of \"income.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB731/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=731","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":273758,"bill_number":"HB734","title":"Further providing for investment of borough funds.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, further providing for investment of borough funds.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB734/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=734","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":273771,"bill_number":"SB542","title":"Providing standards for carbon monoxide alarms and for powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing standards for carbon monoxide alarms and for powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB542/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=542","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":273775,"bill_number":"SB498","title":"Providing for the definitions of \"clinical trial\" and \"pharmaceutical drug.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, providing for the definitions of \"clinical trial\" and \"pharmaceutical drug.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB498/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=498","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":273790,"bill_number":"HR81","title":"Recognizing the month of March 2011 as \"National Women's History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of March 2011 as \"National Women's History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR81/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=81","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":273862,"bill_number":"HR80","title":"Designating March 30 of each year as \"Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day.\"","description":"A Resolution designating March 30 of each year as \"Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR80/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=80","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":273868,"bill_number":"HB726","title":"Providing for accountability in Commonwealth agency program performance.","description":"An Act providing for accountability in Commonwealth agency program performance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB726/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=726","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":273871,"bill_number":"HB733","title":"In small and disadvantaged businesses, further providing for definitions; and providing for alternative certification.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in small and disadvantaged businesses, further providing for definitions; and providing for alternative certification.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB733/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=733","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":273915,"bill_number":"HB727","title":"Providing for pharmacy audit procedures.","description":"An Act providing for pharmacy audit procedures.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB727/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=727","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":273948,"bill_number":"HB729","title":"Further providing for fines, for weapons or implements for escape and for contraband; and making a conforming amendment.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for fines, for weapons or implements for escape and for contraband; and making a conforming amendment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB729/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=729","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":274078,"bill_number":"HB730","title":"Prohibiting unreasonable restraints of trade; imposing penalties; and providing for enforcement.","description":"An Act prohibiting unreasonable restraints of trade; imposing penalties; and providing for enforcement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB730/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=730","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":274091,"bill_number":"HB725","title":"Further providing for Uniform Construction Code Review and Advisory Council, for revised or successor codes and for exemptions.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for Uniform Construction Code Review and Advisory Council, for revised or successor codes and for exemptions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB725/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=725","sponsor":"Donna Oberlander"},
{"bill_id":274111,"bill_number":"HB728","title":"Further providing for regulations and for prohibitions; and providing for signage requirements for retail service stations.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 11, 1998 (P.L.58, No.15), known as the Combustible and Flammable Liquids Act, further providing for regulations and for prohibitions; and providing for signage requirements for retail service stations.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-08","last_action":"Act No. 144","last_action_date":"2012-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB728/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=728","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":274347,"bill_number":"SB428","title":"Establishing a lending program in Commonwealth libraries for electricity meters; creating a grant; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act establishing a lending program in Commonwealth libraries for electricity meters; creating a grant; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB428/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=428","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":274371,"bill_number":"SB528","title":"Providing for records of prepaid cellular phones.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for records of prepaid cellular phones.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB528/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=528","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":274557,"bill_number":"SB451","title":"Making an editorial change; further providing for loss of property rights to Commonwealth; providing for vehicle forfeiture when driving under the influence; and further providing for procedure with respect to seized property subject to liens and rights of lienholders, for grading and for penalties.","description":"An Act amending Titles 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, making an editorial change; further providing for loss of property rights to Commonwealth; providing for vehicle forfeiture when driving under the influence; and further providing for procedure with respect to seized property subject to liens and rights of lienholders, for grading and for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-16","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB451/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=451","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":276469,"bill_number":"HB753","title":"Further providing for elk hunting licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for elk hunting licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB753/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=753","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":276512,"bill_number":"HB757","title":"Prohibiting expansion of gambling and gaming except by referendum or by a two-thirds vote of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act prohibiting expansion of gambling and gaming except by referendum or by a two-thirds vote of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB757/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=757","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":277146,"bill_number":"HB770","title":"Providing for green work force training and for a transfer of funding.","description":"An Act providing for green work force training and for a transfer of funding.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB770/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=770","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":277148,"bill_number":"HB743","title":"Providing for fraudulent notarization.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for fraudulent notarization.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB743/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=743","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":277233,"bill_number":"HB771","title":"Further providing for political activity.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 5, 1941 (P.L.752, No.286), known as the Civil Service Act, further providing for political activity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB771/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=771","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":277240,"bill_number":"HB760","title":"Providing for notice and public hearing relating to executive agency facilities and Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole facilities.","description":"An Act providing for notice and public hearing relating to executive agency facilities and Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole facilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB760/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=760","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":277278,"bill_number":"HB748","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Criminal Justice Commission as a subcommission under the Commission on Crime and Delinquency to review the Commonwealth's entire criminal justice system within an 18-month period, to propose concrete, wide-ranging reforms designed to responsibly reduce the overall incarceration rate, to improve State and local responses to international and domestic gang violence, to restructure our approach to drug policy, to improve the treatment of mental illness, to improve prison administration and to establish a system for reintegrating ex-offenders.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Criminal Justice Commission as a subcommission under the Commission on Crime and Delinquency to review the Commonwealth's entire criminal justice system within an 18-month period, to propose concrete, wide-ranging reforms designed to responsibly reduce the overall incarceration rate, to improve State and local responses to international and domestic gang violence, to restructure our approach to drug policy, to improve the treatment of mental illness, to improve prison administration and to establish a system for reintegrating ex-offenders.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB748/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=748","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":277362,"bill_number":"HB769","title":"Providing for parole of offenders and sexually violent predators.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for parole of offenders and sexually violent predators.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB769/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=769","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":277382,"bill_number":"HB759","title":"Providing for requirements for operation of private correctional centers.","description":"An Act providing for requirements for operation of private correctional centers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB759/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=759","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":277431,"bill_number":"HB755","title":"Further providing for other meeting expenses paid by counties.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for other meeting expenses paid by counties.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 116","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB755/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=755","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":277433,"bill_number":"HB781","title":"In general requirements, further providing for protection of water supplies.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, in general requirements, further providing for protection of water supplies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB781/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=781","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":277441,"bill_number":"HB739","title":"Further providing for civil penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for civil penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB739/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=739","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":277464,"bill_number":"HB772","title":"In services and facilities, providing for electricity supplied to seasonal businesses.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in services and facilities, providing for electricity supplied to seasonal businesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB772/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=772","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":277506,"bill_number":"HB764","title":"Further providing for challenges.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for challenges.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB764/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=764","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":277513,"bill_number":"HB775","title":"In service and facilities, further providing for billing procedures.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in service and facilities, further providing for billing procedures.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB775/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=775","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":277526,"bill_number":"HB749","title":"In small and disadvantaged businesses, providing for mentor-protege program.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in small and disadvantaged businesses, providing for mentor-protege program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB749/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=749","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":277564,"bill_number":"HB767","title":"Further providing for Office for Safe Schools and for dating violence education.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for Office for Safe Schools and for dating violence education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB767/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=767","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":277569,"bill_number":"HB768","title":"Further providing for drilling permits and for well spacing.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 25, 1961 (P.L.825, No.359), known as the Oil and Gas Conservation Law, further providing for drilling permits and for well spacing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB768/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=768","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":277657,"bill_number":"HB776","title":"In registration of vehicles, further providing for period of registration.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, further providing for period of registration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB776/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=776","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":277663,"bill_number":"HB751","title":"Further providing for failure of municipalities to adopt implementing ordinances.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 4, 1978 (P.L.864, No.167), known as the Storm Water Management Act, further providing for failure of municipalities to adopt implementing ordinances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB751/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=751","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":277671,"bill_number":"HB740","title":"Amending the act of April 1, 1909 (P.L.91, No.53), entitled, \"An act relating to deeds for conveying or releasing lands, construing words and phrases used therein, and prescribing a form of deed and acknowledgment which may be used for conveying or releasing lands,\" further providing for form of deed.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 1, 1909 (P.L.91, No.53), entitled, \"An act relating to deeds for conveying or releasing lands, construing words and phrases used therein, and prescribing a form of deed and acknowledgment which may be used for conveying or releasing lands,\" further providing for form of deed.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB740/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=740","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":277673,"bill_number":"HB766","title":"Requiring persons convicted of arson and related offenses to register with local authorities; providing for duties of the Pennsylvania State Police and the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole; and imposing a penalty.","description":"An Act requiring persons convicted of arson and related offenses to register with local authorities; providing for duties of the Pennsylvania State Police and the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole; and imposing a penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB766/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=766","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":277732,"bill_number":"HB111","title":"Providing for requirements for operation of private correctional centers.","description":"An Act providing for requirements for operation of private correctional centers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB111/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=111","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":277774,"bill_number":"HB747","title":"Further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices relating to certain employment practices and for prohibition of certain real estate practices.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices relating to certain employment practices and for prohibition of certain real estate practices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB747/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=747","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":277777,"bill_number":"HB780","title":"Reenacted and amended June 21, 1939 (P.L.520, No.281), in additional coverages, further providing for reimbursements to host municipalities.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, reenacted and amended June 21, 1939 (P.L.520, No.281), in additional coverages, further providing for reimbursements to host municipalities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB780/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=780","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":277800,"bill_number":"HB738","title":"Relating to support for law enforcement authorities and safe neighborhoods.","description":"An Act relating to support for law enforcement authorities and safe neighborhoods.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB738/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=738","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":277809,"bill_number":"HB736","title":"Further providing for police animals.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for police animals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB736/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=736","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":277821,"bill_number":"HB752","title":"Prohibiting certain firearms, firearm accessories or ammunition from being subject to Federal law or Federal regulation.","description":"An Act prohibiting certain firearms, firearm accessories or ammunition from being subject to Federal law or Federal regulation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB752/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=752","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":277827,"bill_number":"HB763","title":"Providing for a Citizens Constitutional Convention, for a referendum on the question and for the selection of delegates; defining the powers and duties of the convention; providing for operation of the convention; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court; providing for a referendum on the convention's report; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for a Citizens Constitutional Convention, for a referendum on the question and for the selection of delegates; defining the powers and duties of the convention; providing for operation of the convention; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court; providing for a referendum on the convention's report; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB763/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=763","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":277909,"bill_number":"HB754","title":"Providing for limitations on certain shooting ranges, for suspension of operation of shooting ranges and for powers and duties of Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.","description":"An Act providing for limitations on certain shooting ranges, for suspension of operation of shooting ranges and for powers and duties of Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Re-referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB754/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=754","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":277920,"bill_number":"HB742","title":"Further providing for oath of office, bond and recording.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 21, 1953 (P.L.1323, No.373), known as The Notary Public Law, further providing for oath of office, bond and recording.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB742/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=742","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":277941,"bill_number":"HB745","title":"Further defining \"facility\"; defining \"chronic dementia\" and \"cognitive impairment\"; and providing for certain disclosures to facility residents.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 6, 1987 (P.L.381, No.79), known as the Older Adults Protective Services Act, further defining \"facility\"; defining \"chronic dementia\" and \"cognitive impairment\"; and providing for certain disclosures to facility residents.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB745/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=745","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":278053,"bill_number":"HB756","title":"Further providing for duties of Pennsylvania State Police.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for duties of Pennsylvania State Police.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB756/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=756","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":278083,"bill_number":"HR82","title":"Honoring the 125th anniversary of Bethel Park.","description":"A Resolution honoring the 125th anniversary of Bethel Park.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR82/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=82","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":278101,"bill_number":"HB761","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for definitions, for exclusions from tax, for time for filing returns, for time of payment, for assessment and for collection of tax; in personal income tax, further providing for returns of married individuals, deceased or disabled individuals and fiduciaries, for requirements concerning returns, notices, records and statements, for assessment and for additions, penalties and fees; in corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions, for extension of time to file reports, for changes made by Federal Government and for assessments; in insurance premiums tax, further providing for definitions and for imposition of tax; in realty transfer tax, further providing for definitions, for excluded transactions, for documents relating to associations or corporations and members, partners, stockholders or shareholders thereof, for acquired company and for assessment and notice of tax and review; in cigarette tax, further providing for definitions; in research and development tax credit, further providing for limitation on credits and for termination; in film production tax credit, further providing for definitions, for credit for qualified film production expenses, for carrying and assigning credits and for limitations; in educational improvement tax credit, further providing for definitions, for qualification and application, for tax credit and for limitations; providing for a resource manufacturing tax credit, for an educational opportunity scholarship program, for a rehabilitation of historic structures tax credit and a community-based services tax credit; in tax credit for new jobs, further providing for definitions, for application process and for tax credit; in neighborhood assistance tax credit, further providing for definitions and for tax credit; in malt beverage tax, further providing for assessment by department; in inheritance tax, further providing for definitions and for transfers not subject to tax; in procedure and administration, further providing for petition for reassessment and for petition procedure and providing for compromise by secretary; in general provisions, further providing for petitions for refunds and providing for administrative bank attachment for accounts of obligors to the Commonwealth; making related repeals; abrogating a regulation; and providing for applicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for definitions, for exclusions from tax, for time for filing returns, for time of payment, for assessment and for collection of tax; in personal income tax, further providing for returns of married individuals, deceased or disabled individuals and fiduciaries, for requirements concerning returns, notices, records and statements, for assessment and for additions, penalties and fees; in corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions, for extension of time to file reports, for changes made by Federal Government and for assessments; in insurance premiums tax, further providing for definitions and for imposition of tax; in realty transfer tax, further providing for definitions, for excluded transactions, for documents relating to associations or corporations and members, partners, stockholders or shareholders thereof, for acquired company and for assessment and notice of tax and review; in cigarette tax, further providing for definitions; in research and development tax credit, further providing for limitation on credits and for termination; in film production tax credit, further providing for definitions, for credit for qualified film production expenses, for carrying and assigning credits and for limitations; in educational improvement tax credit, further providing for definitions, for qualification and application, for tax credit and for limitations; providing for a resource manufacturing tax credit, for an educational opportunity scholarship program, for a rehabilitation of historic structures tax credit and a community-based services tax credit; in tax credit for new jobs, further providing for definitions, for application process and for tax credit; in neighborhood assistance tax credit, further providing for definitions and for tax credit; in malt beverage tax, further providing for assessment by department; in inheritance tax, further providing for definitions and for transfers not subject to tax; in procedure and administration, further providing for petition for reassessment and for petition procedure and providing for compromise by secretary; in general provisions, further providing for petitions for refunds and providing for administrative bank attachment for accounts of obligors to the Commonwealth; making related repeals; abrogating a regulation; and providing for applicability.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Act No. 85","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB761/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=761","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":278104,"bill_number":"HB786","title":"Further providing for duty of board; and providing for municipal service fee exemption.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for duty of board; and providing for municipal service fee exemption.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB786/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=786","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":278186,"bill_number":"HB774","title":"In special powers and duties of counties, further providing for board of visitors for charitable reform and penal institutions.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in special powers and duties of counties, further providing for board of visitors for charitable reform and penal institutions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-01","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB774/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=774","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":278187,"bill_number":"HB777","title":"In Commonwealth budget procedures, providing for submission of budget recommendations by standing committees.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in Commonwealth budget procedures, providing for submission of budget recommendations by standing committees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB777/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=777","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":278264,"bill_number":"HB784","title":"Further providing for validity of ordinance and substantive questions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, further providing for validity of ordinance and substantive questions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB784/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=784","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":278288,"bill_number":"HB741","title":"Providing for notification on deeds.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for notification on deeds.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB741/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=741","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":278294,"bill_number":"HB779","title":"In other required equipment, further providing for exhaust systems, mufflers and noise control.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other required equipment, further providing for exhaust systems, mufflers and noise control.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB779/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=779","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":278434,"bill_number":"HB737","title":"Further providing for surrender of registration plates and cards upon suspension or revocation, for suspension of registration upon sixth unpaid parking violation in cities of the first class and for reinstatement of operating privilege or vehicle registration.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for surrender of registration plates and cards upon suspension or revocation, for suspension of registration upon sixth unpaid parking violation in cities of the first class and for reinstatement of operating privilege or vehicle registration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB737/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=737","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":278514,"bill_number":"HR84","title":"Recognizing the importance of finding the cause and cure for multiple sclerosis; expressing appreciation to the Pennsylvania chapters of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society for their work; and recognizing the week of March 14 through 20, 2011, as \"Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the importance of finding the cause and cure for multiple sclerosis; expressing appreciation to the Pennsylvania chapters of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society for their work; and recognizing the week of March 14 through 20, 2011, as \"Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR84/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=84","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":278588,"bill_number":"HB785","title":"Further providing for the compensation of members of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for the compensation of members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB785/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=785","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":278603,"bill_number":"HB762","title":"Providing for prevention of abduction of children.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for prevention of abduction of children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB762/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=762","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":278620,"bill_number":"HB782","title":"In size, weight and load, further providing for restrictions on use of highways and bridges.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in size, weight and load, further providing for restrictions on use of highways and bridges.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB782/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=782","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":278650,"bill_number":"HB758","title":"Further providing for duties of Pennsylvania State Police.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for duties of Pennsylvania State Police.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB758/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=758","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":278667,"bill_number":"HB773","title":"In county officers, further providing for location of offices, records and papers.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in county officers, further providing for location of offices, records and papers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB773/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=773","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":278697,"bill_number":"HR83","title":"Directing the State Government Committee of the House of Representatives to conduct a comprehensive study and review of the compensation provisions of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and to make recommendations.","description":"A Resolution directing the State Government Committee of the House of Representatives to conduct a comprehensive study and review of the compensation provisions of the Constitution of Pennsylvania and to make recommendations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR83/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=83","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":278705,"bill_number":"HB783","title":"Providing for reimbursement for prosthetic devices.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for reimbursement for prosthetic devices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB783/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=783","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":278730,"bill_number":"HB746","title":"Amending the act of December 15, 1982 (P.L.1266, No.287), entitled, as amended, \"An act conferring limited residency status on military personnel, their dependents and civilian personnel assigned to an active duty station in Pennsylvania,\" further providing that once eligibility for in-State tuition rates is established, rates shall continue until program completion.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1982 (P.L.1266, No.287), entitled, as amended, \"An act conferring limited residency status on military personnel, their dependents and civilian personnel assigned to an active duty station in Pennsylvania,\" further providing that once eligibility for in-State tuition rates is established, rates shall continue until program completion.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB746/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=746","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":278733,"bill_number":"HB765","title":"Providing for early voting.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, providing for early voting.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB765/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=765","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":278749,"bill_number":"HB778","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in special vehicles and pedestrians, providing for regulation and operation of kei class light duty trucks; and, in inspection of vehicles, further providing for operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in special vehicles and pedestrians, providing for regulation and operation of kei class light duty trucks; and, in inspection of vehicles, further providing for operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB778/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=778","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":278769,"bill_number":"HB744","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study determining the accessibility and effectiveness of sickle cell disease services currently funded by the Department of Health as well as the need for additional services to meet the needs of people afflicted with sickle cell disease in this Commonwealth.","description":"An Act directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study determining the accessibility and effectiveness of sickle cell disease services currently funded by the Department of Health as well as the need for additional services to meet the needs of people afflicted with sickle cell disease in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB744/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=744","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":279504,"bill_number":"SB557","title":"Prohibiting government competition with private enterprise.","description":"An Act prohibiting government competition with private enterprise.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB557/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=557","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":279522,"bill_number":"HB789","title":"Redefining \"mental retardation\" as \"intellectual disability.\"","description":"An Act amending Titles 1 (General Provisions), 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, redefining \"mental retardation\" as \"intellectual disability.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB789/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=789","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":279545,"bill_number":"SB563","title":"Further defining \"taxable income\" for purposes of corporate net income tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further defining \"taxable income\" for purposes of corporate net income tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB563/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=563","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":279553,"bill_number":"SB562","title":"Further providing for the imposition of the personal income tax and authorizing the offsetting of gains and losses among the various classes of income.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for the imposition of the personal income tax and authorizing the offsetting of gains and losses among the various classes of income.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB562/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=562","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":279674,"bill_number":"SB5","title":"Establishing the Community-Based Health Care Subsidy (CHCS) Program in the Department of Health; providing for hospital health clinics and for mobile prenatal and natal care demonstration project.","description":"An Act establishing the Community-Based Health Care Subsidy (CHCS) Program in the Department of Health; providing for hospital health clinics and for mobile prenatal and natal care demonstration project.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB5/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=5","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":279693,"bill_number":"SB553","title":"Providing for nonapplicability of certain statutory requirements setting a minimum retail sales price for prescription generic drugs.","description":"An Act providing for nonapplicability of certain statutory requirements setting a minimum retail sales price for prescription generic drugs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB553/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=553","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":279705,"bill_number":"SB564","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax and for collection of tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax and for collection of tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB564/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=564","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":279755,"bill_number":"SB554","title":"Providing for use of volunteer time by health care professionals in meeting continuing education requirements.","description":"An Act providing for use of volunteer time by health care professionals in meeting continuing education requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB554/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=554","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":279777,"bill_number":"SB559","title":"Providing for the designation of the building referred to as the Commonwealth Keystone Building in the City of Harrisburg as the Thomas D. Larson Building.","description":"An Act providing for the designation of the building referred to as the Commonwealth Keystone Building in the City of Harrisburg as the Thomas D. Larson Building.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB559/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=559","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":279779,"bill_number":"SB555","title":"Providing for the definition of \"institution of higher education\"; and further providing for the definitions of \"school\" and \"school age\" and for qualification and application.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for the definition of \"institution of higher education\"; and further providing for the definitions of \"school\" and \"school age\" and for qualification and application.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB555/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=555","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":279783,"bill_number":"HB790","title":"Providing for lapsing of all prior year appropriations into the General Fund, for continuing appropriations and for emergency spending authority.","description":"An Act providing for lapsing of all prior year appropriations into the General Fund, for continuing appropriations and for emergency spending authority.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB790/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=790","sponsor":"Josh Shapiro"},
{"bill_id":279805,"bill_number":"SB556","title":"Further providing for the Higher Education Equal Opportunity Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 31, 1971 (P.L.423, No.101), known as the Higher Education Equal Opportunity Act, further providing for the Higher Education Equal Opportunity Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB556/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=556","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":279831,"bill_number":"SR39","title":"A Concurrent Resolution directing the Legislative and Budget Finance Committee to create a Pain Task Force and a Pain Task Force Advisory Committee to promote professional and public education and awareness and to improve the quality of care for the citizens of this Commonwealth who are suffering from pain.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution directing the Legislative and Budget Finance Committee to create a Pain Task Force and a Pain Task Force Advisory Committee to promote professional and public education and awareness and to improve the quality of care for the citizens of this Commonwealth who are suffering from pain.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR39/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=39","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":279840,"bill_number":"SB209","title":"Providing for disclosure by school entities of certain interscholastic athletic opportunity information.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for disclosure by school entities of certain interscholastic athletic opportunity information.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB209/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=209","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":279842,"bill_number":"HB792","title":"Providing for theology courses.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for theology courses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB792/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=792","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":279863,"bill_number":"SB561","title":"Providing for notice to employees of electronic monitoring by employers of network and information technology resources; establishing a cause of action; and imposing civil penalties.","description":"An Act providing for notice to employees of electronic monitoring by employers of network and information technology resources; establishing a cause of action; and imposing civil penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Communications & Technology","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB561/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=561","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":279887,"bill_number":"SB558","title":"Imposing a district attorney justice fee for convictions.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, imposing a district attorney justice fee for convictions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB558/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=558","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":279922,"bill_number":"SB565","title":"In medical professional liability, providing for benevolent gesture or admission by health care provider or assisted living residence.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, in medical professional liability, providing for benevolent gesture or admission by health care provider or assisted living residence.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB565/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=565","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":279933,"bill_number":"HR86","title":"Memorializing the Mayor of Philadelphia to prohibit any employee of the School District of Philadelphia from giving himself or herself an extension of contract, a raise or a bonus by contract or otherwise unless the General Assembly permits such action under the Public School Code of 1949.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Mayor of Philadelphia to prohibit any employee of the School District of Philadelphia from giving himself or herself an extension of contract, a raise or a bonus by contract or otherwise unless the General Assembly permits such action under the Public School Code of 1949.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR86/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=86","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":279934,"bill_number":"HR85","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to oppose any legislation legalizing Internet gambling.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to oppose any legislation legalizing Internet gambling.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR85/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=85","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":279935,"bill_number":"HB788","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for persons with military service-connected disabilities to receive property tax exemptions.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for persons with military service-connected disabilities to receive property tax exemptions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB788/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=788","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":281115,"bill_number":"SB580","title":"Providing for improvement of accuracy of eyewitness identifications.","description":"An Act providing for improvement of accuracy of eyewitness identifications.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB580/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=580","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281153,"bill_number":"SB583","title":"Prohibiting the use of mobile telephones and hand-held communication devices.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting the use of mobile telephones and hand-held communication devices.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB583/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=583","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281163,"bill_number":"SB591","title":"Establishing the Keystone Care Program in the Department of Health to provide grants for health care services; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act establishing the Keystone Care Program in the Department of Health to provide grants for health care services; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB591/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=591","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":281175,"bill_number":"SB594","title":"In film production tax credit, further providing for the definitions of \"qualified tax liability\" and \"taxpayer.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in film production tax credit, further providing for the definitions of \"qualified tax liability\" and \"taxpayer.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB594/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=594","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":281180,"bill_number":"SB584","title":"Further providing for homestead and farmstead exclusions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for homestead and farmstead exclusions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB584/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=584","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281185,"bill_number":"SB575","title":"Further providing for termination of utility service.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for termination of utility service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB575/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=575","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281189,"bill_number":"SB603","title":"Further defining \"candidate.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further defining \"candidate.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB603/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=603","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":281192,"bill_number":"SB597","title":"Establishing the Landslide Insurance and Assistance Program within the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency; providing for related powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency; establishing and providing for the powers and duties of the Landslide Insurance and Assistance Board; establishing the Landslide Insurance Fund and the Landslide Assistance Fund; and making appropriations.","description":"An Act establishing the Landslide Insurance and Assistance Program within the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency; providing for related powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency; establishing and providing for the powers and duties of the Landslide Insurance and Assistance Board; establishing the Landslide Insurance Fund and the Landslide Assistance Fund; and making appropriations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB597/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=597","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":281209,"bill_number":"SB587","title":"Further providing for sales by Pennsylvania Liquor Stores.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for sales by Pennsylvania Liquor Stores.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB587/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=587","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281257,"bill_number":"SB585","title":"Further providing for criteria.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 26, 1997 (P.L.508, No.55), known as the Institutions of Purely Public Charity Act, further providing for criteria.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB585/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=585","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281265,"bill_number":"SB592","title":"Adding a prohibition relating to adding rent rebates.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, adding a prohibition relating to adding rent rebates.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB592/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=592","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":281337,"bill_number":"SB612","title":"In professional employees, further providing for causes for suspension and for persons to be suspended.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in professional employees, further providing for causes for suspension and for persons to be suspended.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB612/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=612","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":281352,"bill_number":"SB578","title":"Establishing grant programs to provide funding for pilot field programs to improve the accuracy of eyewitness identifications; and making appropriations.","description":"An Act establishing grant programs to provide funding for pilot field programs to improve the accuracy of eyewitness identifications; and making appropriations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB578/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=578","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281382,"bill_number":"SB588","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB588/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=588","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":281455,"bill_number":"SB609","title":"Providing for an annual report on the technology grant program.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for an annual report on the technology grant program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB609/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=609","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":281473,"bill_number":"HB791","title":"Further providing for exclusions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for exclusions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB791/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=791","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":281500,"bill_number":"SB577","title":"Further providing for payment agreements.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for payment agreements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB577/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=577","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281511,"bill_number":"SB596","title":"Relating to safe drinking water; establishing the Emergency Drinking Water Support Fund; and providing for testing, for purchase of clean drinking water and for surcharge.","description":"An Act relating to safe drinking water; establishing the Emergency Drinking Water Support Fund; and providing for testing, for purchase of clean drinking water and for surcharge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB596/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=596","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":281513,"bill_number":"SB610","title":"Further providing for spaying or neutering as condition for release of certain animals; and repealing certain provisions relating to sterilization of dogs and cats.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 7, 1982 (P.L.784, No.225), known as the Dog Law, further providing for spaying or neutering as condition for release of certain animals; and repealing certain provisions relating to sterilization of dogs and cats.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB610/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=610","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":281556,"bill_number":"SB589","title":"Providing for a State tax credit program for work provided by a licensed vocational facility to a business under contract with the facility.","description":"An Act providing for a State tax credit program for work provided by a licensed vocational facility to a business under contract with the facility.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB589/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=589","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":281557,"bill_number":"SB574","title":"Further providing for termination of utility service.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for termination of utility service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB574/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=574","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281578,"bill_number":"SB579","title":"Providing for wrongful conviction and imprisonment.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for wrongful conviction and imprisonment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB579/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=579","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281586,"bill_number":"SB566","title":"Designating the Donora-Monessen Bridge in Washington and Westmoreland Counties as the \"Stan the Man\" Musial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the Donora-Monessen Bridge in Washington and Westmoreland Counties as the \"Stan the Man\" Musial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Act No. 102","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB566/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=566","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":281592,"bill_number":"SB590","title":"Providing for a plastic bag tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a plastic bag tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB590/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=590","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":281631,"bill_number":"SB573","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for persons with military service-connected disabilities to receive property tax exemptions.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for persons with military service-connected disabilities to receive property tax exemptions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB573/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=573","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":281657,"bill_number":"SB586","title":"Further providing for the offense of ethnic intimidation.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of ethnic intimidation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB586/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=586","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281702,"bill_number":"SB598","title":"Further providing for offenses relating to food products.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for offenses relating to food products.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB598/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=598","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":281731,"bill_number":"SB606","title":"Providing for the designation of the Crawford Lakelands Byway as a scenic byway.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the designation of the Crawford Lakelands Byway as a scenic byway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 68","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB606/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=606","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":281756,"bill_number":"HB787","title":"Providing for volunteer quick response services grant program.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for volunteer quick response services grant program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB787/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=787","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":281777,"bill_number":"SB581","title":"Further providing for courses of study in high school.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for courses of study in high school.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB581/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=581","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281795,"bill_number":"HB243","title":"In hunting and furtaking, further providing for unlawful acts concerning licenses; and, in special licenses and permits, further providing for authority to issue permits, for permit fees and for falconry permits.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hunting and furtaking, further providing for unlawful acts concerning licenses; and, in special licenses and permits, further providing for authority to issue permits, for permit fees and for falconry permits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB243/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=243","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":281812,"bill_number":"SB582","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"abandoned vehicle,\" for notice to owner prior to removal and for property owner's removal of vehicle.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the definition of \"abandoned vehicle,\" for notice to owner prior to removal and for property owner's removal of vehicle.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB582/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=582","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":281823,"bill_number":"SB599","title":"Providing for the Commonwealth Technology Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, providing for the Commonwealth Technology Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Communications & Technology","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB599/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=599","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":281851,"bill_number":"SB607","title":"Designating the Pennsylvania Rifle as the official firearm of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act designating the Pennsylvania Rifle as the official firearm of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB607/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=607","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":281852,"bill_number":"SB567","title":"Further providing for revocation of habitual offender's license, for driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked, for permitting violation of title, for homicide by vehicle and for habitual offenders.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for revocation of habitual offender's license, for driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked, for permitting violation of title, for homicide by vehicle and for habitual offenders.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB567/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=567","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":281871,"bill_number":"SB593","title":"Further providing for exemptions from the realty transfer tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for exemptions from the realty transfer tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB593/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=593","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":281902,"bill_number":"SB569","title":"Further providing for purpose, for the definition of \"volunteer license\" and for liability.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.893, No.141), known as the Volunteer Health Services Act, further providing for purpose, for the definition of \"volunteer license\" and for liability.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB569/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=569","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":281951,"bill_number":"HB122","title":"In Department of the Auditor General, providing for special audit of State programs.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in Department of the Auditor General, providing for special audit of State programs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB122/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=122","sponsor":"Josh Shapiro"},
{"bill_id":281958,"bill_number":"SB608","title":"Further providing for referendum requirements.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for referendum requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB608/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=608","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":281982,"bill_number":"SB568","title":"Providing for signage requirements for retail service stations.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 11, 1998 (P.L.58, No.15), known as the Combustible and Flammable Liquids Act, providing for signage requirements for retail service stations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB568/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=568","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":281988,"bill_number":"SB595","title":"Further providing for display of registration plate and for automated red light enforcement systems in first class cities; and providing for automated red light enforcement in certain cities.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for display of registration plate and for automated red light enforcement systems in first class cities; and providing for automated red light enforcement in certain cities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB595/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=595","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":282085,"bill_number":"SB576","title":"Further providing for cash deposits and household information requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for cash deposits and household information requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB576/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=576","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":282128,"bill_number":"SB570","title":"Providing for a tax credit for employers of members of a reserve component of the armed forces.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a tax credit for employers of members of a reserve component of the armed forces.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB570/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=570","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":282142,"bill_number":"SB571","title":"Providing for a tax credit for employers of certain veterans of the armed forces.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a tax credit for employers of certain veterans of the armed forces.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB571/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=571","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":285945,"bill_number":"SB572","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, in taxation and finance, further providing for exemptions and special provisions.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, in taxation and finance, further providing for exemptions and special provisions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB572/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=572","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":286116,"bill_number":"HB795","title":"Further providing for tolling of limitations in civil actions because of infancy, insanity or imprisonment.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for tolling of limitations in civil actions because of infancy, insanity or imprisonment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB795/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=795","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":286173,"bill_number":"HR87","title":"Urging the Environmental Protection Agency to stop its unlawful application of the Guidance Memo relating to the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, which is a substantive change to the permitting procedure conferred on the states, and restore the regulatory environment that existed prior to the release of the Guidance Memo.","description":"A Resolution urging the Environmental Protection Agency to stop its unlawful application of the Guidance Memo relating to the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, which is a substantive change to the permitting procedure conferred on the states, and restore the regulatory environment that existed prior to the release of the Guidance Memo.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Adopted (148-49)","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR87/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=87","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":286196,"bill_number":"HB796","title":"Providing for first class city delinquent payments.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 21, 1949 (P.L.665, No.155), known as the First Class City Home Rule Act, providing for first class city delinquent payments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB796/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=796","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":286239,"bill_number":"HB801","title":"Relating to support for law enforcement authorities when detaining persons who have a questionable immigration status.","description":"An Act relating to support for law enforcement authorities when detaining persons who have a questionable immigration status.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB801/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=801","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":286297,"bill_number":"SB611","title":"Providing funding for standards and for implementation of a 211 abbreviated dialing code for information and human services referral telephone service; establishing the 211 Advisory Board; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing funding for standards and for implementation of a 211 abbreviated dialing code for information and human services referral telephone service; establishing the 211 Advisory Board; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-22","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-22","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB611/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=611","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":286393,"bill_number":"SB475","title":"Defining \"depressed area\"; and expanding applicability of the act to certain depressed areas.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 1971 (P.L.206, No.34), known as the Improvement of Deteriorating Real Property or Areas Tax Exemption Act, defining \"depressed area\"; and expanding applicability of the act to certain depressed areas.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB475/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=475","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":286395,"bill_number":"SB631","title":"Designating the section of State Route 23 that is situated between Chester County's border with Montgomery County and State Route 100 as the Medal of Honor Grove Highway.","description":"An Act designating the section of State Route 23 that is situated between Chester County's border with Montgomery County and State Route 100 as the Medal of Honor Grove Highway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-10-20","last_action":"Act No. 80","last_action_date":"2011-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB631/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=631","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":286551,"bill_number":"HB797","title":"Further defining \"occupational disease\"; and providing for cancer in the occupation of firefighter.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, further defining \"occupational disease\"; and providing for cancer in the occupation of firefighter.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 46","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB797/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=797","sponsor":"Frank Farry"},
{"bill_id":286578,"bill_number":"HB799","title":"Providing for a memorandum of understanding between the Commonwealth and the United States Department of Justice or Department of Homeland Security.","description":"An Act providing for a memorandum of understanding between the Commonwealth and the United States Department of Justice or Department of Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB799/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=799","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":286596,"bill_number":"HB794","title":"Further providing for district superintendent salaries.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for district superintendent salaries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB794/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=794","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":286655,"bill_number":"HB798","title":"In criminal history record information, further providing for definitions and providing for mandatory determination of citizenship and immigration status.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in criminal history record information, further providing for definitions and providing for mandatory determination of citizenship and immigration status.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB798/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=798","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":286663,"bill_number":"SR38","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study on the feasibility and effectiveness of converting the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority bus system to natural gas fuel.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study on the feasibility and effectiveness of converting the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority bus system to natural gas fuel.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-22","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-22","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR38/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=38","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":286694,"bill_number":"SB552","title":"Providing for industry partnerships.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 2001 (P.L.949, No.114), known as the Workforce Development Act, providing for industry partnerships.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 67","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB552/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=552","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":286695,"bill_number":"HB793","title":"Providing for special plates for recipients of Distinguished Service Cross, Distinguished Flying Cross, Navy Cross or Air Force Cross.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for special plates for recipients of Distinguished Service Cross, Distinguished Flying Cross, Navy Cross or Air Force Cross.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB793/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=793","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":286761,"bill_number":"SB474","title":"Further providing for definitions, for areas and for exemptions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 1, 1977 (P.L.237, No.76), known as the Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance Act, further providing for definitions, for areas and for exemptions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB474/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=474","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":286919,"bill_number":"HR89","title":"Directing the Joint State Government Commission to study and review the economic impacts on the regulated community and on the Commonwealth of implementation of the 2008 amendments to the Dog Law and the regulatory standards which were adopted to implement the legislation.","description":"A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to study and review the economic impacts on the regulated community and on the Commonwealth of implementation of the 2008 amendments to the Dog Law and the regulatory standards which were adopted to implement the legislation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Re-committed to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR89/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=89","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":287014,"bill_number":"HR88","title":"Congratulating the American Cancer Society for its commitment to research and public service and designating the week of March 14 through 20, 2011, as \"Daffodil Days Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the American Cancer Society for its commitment to research and public service and designating the week of March 14 through 20, 2011, as \"Daffodil Days Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR88/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=88","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":287050,"bill_number":"SB444","title":"Further providing for definitions and for games of chance permitted; providing for major league sports drawing; further providing for registration of manufacturers, regulations and for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance; providing for applicability; and further providing for distribution of proceeds and for enforcement.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for definitions and for games of chance permitted; providing for major league sports drawing; further providing for registration of manufacturers, regulations and for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance; providing for applicability; and further providing for distribution of proceeds and for enforcement.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 184","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB444/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=444","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":287082,"bill_number":"HB803","title":"In particular rights and immunities, providing for liability rules applicable to product sellers and manufacturers.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in particular rights and immunities, providing for liability rules applicable to product sellers and manufacturers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB803/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=803","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":287087,"bill_number":"HB804","title":"Further providing for exemptions from jury duty.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for exemptions from jury duty.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Act No. 63","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB804/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=804","sponsor":"Kurt Masser"},
{"bill_id":287118,"bill_number":"HB802","title":"In retirement for State employees and officers, defining \"campus police officer\"; and further defining \"superannuation age.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in retirement for State employees and officers, defining \"campus police officer\"; and further defining \"superannuation age.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB802/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=802","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":287158,"bill_number":"HB807","title":"Further providing for definitions, for biodiesel content in diesel fuel sold for on-road use and for cellulosic ethanol content in gasoline; providing for blending, registration and other requirements; further providing for department authority and responsibility; providing for fees; establishing the Biofuel Development Account; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 2008 (P.L.1009, No.78), known as the Biofuel Development and In-State Production Incentive Act, further providing for definitions, for biodiesel content in diesel fuel sold for on-road use and for cellulosic ethanol content in gasoline; providing for blending, registration and other requirements; further providing for department authority and responsibility; providing for fees; establishing the Biofuel Development Account; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 96","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB807/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=807","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":287343,"bill_number":"HB805","title":"In fishing licenses, further providing for exemptions from license requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fishing licenses, further providing for exemptions from license requirements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB805/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=805","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":287405,"bill_number":"SR41","title":"A Concurrent Resolution creating the Joint Legislative Commission on Public School Finance and providing for its powers and duties.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution creating the Joint Legislative Commission on Public School Finance and providing for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR41/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=41","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":287433,"bill_number":"SB613","title":"Relieving members of the United States Armed Forces or other civilians serving in the Persian Gulf area or in support of the armed forces from certain local tax filing deadlines; and making an inconsistent repeal.","description":"An Act relieving members of the United States Armed Forces or other civilians serving in the Persian Gulf area or in support of the armed forces from certain local tax filing deadlines; and making an inconsistent repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB613/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=613","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":287495,"bill_number":"SR42","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the scope and quality of citizenship education in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the scope and quality of citizenship education in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR42/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=42","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":287513,"bill_number":"HB806","title":"In limitation of time, further providing for unlimited time to bring civil actions, for tolling limitations of civil actions, for unlimited time to bring criminal actions and for limitation of serious criminal actions.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in limitation of time, further providing for unlimited time to bring civil actions, for tolling limitations of civil actions, for unlimited time to bring criminal actions and for limitation of serious criminal actions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB806/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=806","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":287586,"bill_number":"SB621","title":"Further providing for persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB621/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=621","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":287740,"bill_number":"SR44","title":"Designating the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"Local Government Week\" and April 15, 2011, as \"Local Government Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"Local Government Week\" and April 15, 2011, as \"Local Government Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR44/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=44","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":287749,"bill_number":"SB627","title":"Further providing for exceptional children, education and training.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for exceptional children, education and training.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB627/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=627","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":287761,"bill_number":"SB624","title":"In recycling and waste reduction, further providing for recycling at educational institutions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1988 (P.L.556, No.101), known as the Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act, in recycling and waste reduction, further providing for recycling at educational institutions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB624/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=624","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":287781,"bill_number":"SB623","title":"Providing for contracting with veteran-owned small businesses; and imposing duties on the Department of General Services and other Commonwealth purchasing agencies.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for contracting with veteran-owned small businesses; and imposing duties on the Department of General Services and other Commonwealth purchasing agencies.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 185","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB623/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=623","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":287792,"bill_number":"SB629","title":"In reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for State reimbursement for health services.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for State reimbursement for health services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB629/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=629","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":287860,"bill_number":"SB619","title":"Further providing for the offense of carrying a firearm without a license.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of carrying a firearm without a license.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB619/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=619","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":287924,"bill_number":"SB618","title":"Further providing for the Environmental Quality Board.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for the Environmental Quality Board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB618/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=618","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":287988,"bill_number":"SB630","title":"In voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for envelopes for official absentee ballots.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for envelopes for official absentee ballots.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB630/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=630","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":288137,"bill_number":"SB620","title":"Further providing for persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB620/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=620","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":288172,"bill_number":"SB628","title":"Further providing for medical diagnosis; and providing for liability insurance.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 1986 (P.L.2, No.2), known as the Acupuncture Registration Act, further providing for medical diagnosis; and providing for liability insurance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-25","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB628/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=628","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":288192,"bill_number":"SB626","title":"Further providing for cruelty to animals.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for cruelty to animals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB626/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=626","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":288207,"bill_number":"SB617","title":"In realty transfer tax, further providing for excluded transactions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in realty transfer tax, further providing for excluded transactions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB617/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=617","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":288233,"bill_number":"SB633","title":"Authorizing countywide implementation of sales, use, occupancy, personal income or earned income and net profits taxes; providing for the levying, assessment, collection and distribution of such taxes among municipalities within a county; requiring reduction of other taxes on real property and individuals; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development, the Department of Revenue and the State Treasurer.","description":"An Act authorizing countywide implementation of sales, use, occupancy, personal income or earned income and net profits taxes; providing for the levying, assessment, collection and distribution of such taxes among municipalities within a county; requiring reduction of other taxes on real property and individuals; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development, the Department of Revenue and the State Treasurer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB633/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=633","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":288449,"bill_number":"SB622","title":"Further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB622/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=622","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":288604,"bill_number":"HB812","title":"In senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance, further providing for the definition of \"income.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, in senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance, further providing for the definition of \"income.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB812/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=812","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":288614,"bill_number":"HB822","title":"Further providing for application for license; providing for surety; and abrogating a regulation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1986 (P.L.1585, No.174), known as the Private Licensed Schools Act, further providing for application for license; providing for surety; and abrogating a regulation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB822/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=822","sponsor":"Paul Costa"},
{"bill_id":288617,"bill_number":"HB823","title":"In subdivision and land development, providing for notice to school district; in planned residential development, further providing for application for final approval; and providing for wastewater processing cooperative planning.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in subdivision and land development, providing for notice to school district; in planned residential development, further providing for application for final approval; and providing for wastewater processing cooperative planning.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 97","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB823/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=823","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":288627,"bill_number":"HB821","title":"In registration of vehicles, further providing for display of registration plate; and, in general provisions relating to operation of vehicles, providing for automated red light enforcement systems in second class, second class A and third class cities and for a penalty.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, further providing for display of registration plate; and, in general provisions relating to operation of vehicles, providing for automated red light enforcement systems in second class, second class A and third class cities and for a penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB821/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=821","sponsor":"Paul Costa"},
{"bill_id":288630,"bill_number":"HB825","title":"Further providing for chemical testing to determine amount of alcohol or controlled substance.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for chemical testing to determine amount of alcohol or controlled substance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB825/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=825","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":288639,"bill_number":"HB808","title":"In liability and compensation, further providing for the schedule of compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, in liability and compensation, further providing for the schedule of compensation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB808/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=808","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":288648,"bill_number":"HB63","title":"In snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, further providing for registration of snowmobile or ATV, for certificate of title for snowmobile or ATV, for fees and for records; and providing for vintage snowmobile permits.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, further providing for registration of snowmobile or ATV, for certificate of title for snowmobile or ATV, for fees and for records; and providing for vintage snowmobile permits.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB63/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=63","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":288655,"bill_number":"HB813","title":"Providing for exclusion of veterans' benefits from income calculations.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for exclusion of veterans' benefits from income calculations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB813/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=813","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":288662,"bill_number":"HB818","title":"In miscellaneous provisions, further providing for payments to school entities by Commonwealth; and repealing related provisions of the Taxpayer Relief Act.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in miscellaneous provisions, further providing for payments to school entities by Commonwealth; and repealing related provisions of the Taxpayer Relief Act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB818/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=818","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":288672,"bill_number":"HB810","title":"Providing for financial penalties to be imposed on certain municipalities and for the powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act providing for financial penalties to be imposed on certain municipalities and for the powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB810/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=810","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":288675,"bill_number":"HB826","title":"Further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB826/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=826","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":288684,"bill_number":"SB638","title":"In public assistance, further providing for definitions; and, in public assistance, providing for mileage reimbursement for individuals receiving methadone treatment.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, further providing for definitions; and, in public assistance, providing for mileage reimbursement for individuals receiving methadone treatment.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 121","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB638/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=638","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":288690,"bill_number":"SB636","title":"Requiring public notices relating to certain matters affecting long-term care facilities; providing for compliance and enforcement; requiring the Department of Health to make inspection information available to the public; requiring long-term care facilities to transmit certain information to resident's representative; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act requiring public notices relating to certain matters affecting long-term care facilities; providing for compliance and enforcement; requiring the Department of Health to make inspection information available to the public; requiring long-term care facilities to transmit certain information to resident's representative; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB636/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=636","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":288705,"bill_number":"HB811","title":"Further defining \"income.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of August 26, 1971 (P.L.351, No.91), known as the State Lottery Law, further defining \"income.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB811/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=811","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":288752,"bill_number":"HB816","title":"Further providing for qualifications for license.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 1987 (P.L.220, No.39), known as the Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors Act, further providing for qualifications for license.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-03-14","last_action":"Act No. 17","last_action_date":"2012-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB816/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=816","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":288808,"bill_number":"HR91","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to amend the Consumer Product Safety Act to exclude youth all-terrain vehicles, off-highway motorcycles and snowmobiles from the lead-limit requirements.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to amend the Consumer Product Safety Act to exclude youth all-terrain vehicles, off-highway motorcycles and snowmobiles from the lead-limit requirements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR91/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=91","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":288814,"bill_number":"SB635","title":"Defining \"interactive wireless communications device\"; further providing for junior driver's license and for suspension of operating privilege; prohibiting interactive wireless communications devices; and further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors, for duty of driver in emergency response areas, for accident report forms, for department to compile, tabulate and analyze accident reports, for television equipment and for restraint systems.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, defining \"interactive wireless communications device\"; further providing for junior driver's license and for suspension of operating privilege; prohibiting interactive wireless communications devices; and further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors, for duty of driver in emergency response areas, for accident report forms, for department to compile, tabulate and analyze accident reports, for television equipment and for restraint systems.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB635/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=635","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":288824,"bill_number":"HB819","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB819/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=819","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":288842,"bill_number":"HB814","title":"In fees, further providing for trucks and truck tractors.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fees, further providing for trucks and truck tractors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB814/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=814","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":288846,"bill_number":"HB9","title":"Further providing for junior driver's license, for learners' permits, for suspension of operating privilege, for department to compile, tabulate and analyze accident reports and for restraint systems.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for junior driver's license, for learners' permits, for suspension of operating privilege, for department to compile, tabulate and analyze accident reports and for restraint systems.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-10-25","last_action":"Act No. 81","last_action_date":"2011-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB9/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=9","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":288848,"bill_number":"HB824","title":"Further prohibiting smoking in public places; providing for local ordinances; and making a related repeal of the Fire and Panic Act.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 2008 (P.L.182, No.27), known as the Clean Indoor Air Act, further prohibiting smoking in public places; providing for local ordinances; and making a related repeal of the Fire and Panic Act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB824/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=824","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":288859,"bill_number":"SB634","title":"In neighborhood assistance tax credit, further providing for definitions and for tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in neighborhood assistance tax credit, further providing for definitions and for tax credit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB634/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=634","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":288876,"bill_number":"SB641","title":"Providing for duty of witness of violent offense; and imposing a penalty.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for duty of witness of violent offense; and imposing a penalty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB641/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=641","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":288878,"bill_number":"SB637","title":"Requiring public works contractors and subcontractors to verify employment eligibility; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of General Services; prescribing sanctions; and establishing good faith immunity under certain circumstances.","description":"An Act requiring public works contractors and subcontractors to verify employment eligibility; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of General Services; prescribing sanctions; and establishing good faith immunity under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 127","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB637/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=637","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":288899,"bill_number":"SB643","title":"Further providing for definitions, for authority to issue liquor licenses to hotels, restaurants and clubs, for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses and for sale of malt or brewed beverages by liquor licensee; providing for food store licenses; further providing for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses, for malt and brewed beverages retail licenses, for prohibitions against the grant of licenses, for retail dispensers' restrictions on purchases and sales, for limiting number of retail licenses to be issued in each county, for licenses not assignable and transfers, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees and for premises to be vacated by patrons.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for definitions, for authority to issue liquor licenses to hotels, restaurants and clubs, for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses and for sale of malt or brewed beverages by liquor licensee; providing for food store licenses; further providing for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses, for malt and brewed beverages retail licenses, for prohibitions against the grant of licenses, for retail dispensers' restrictions on purchases and sales, for limiting number of retail licenses to be issued in each county, for licenses not assignable and transfers, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees and for premises to be vacated by patrons.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB643/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=643","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":288904,"bill_number":"HB815","title":"Further providing for the offense of sexual abuse of children; and providing for the offense of transmission of sexually explicit images by minor.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of sexual abuse of children; and providing for the offense of transmission of sexually explicit images by minor.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Act No. 198","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB815/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=815","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":288907,"bill_number":"HB817","title":"Further providing for the authority to administer injectable medications, biologicals and immunizations.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 27, 1961 (P.L.1700, No.699), known as the Pharmacy Act, further providing for the authority to administer injectable medications, biologicals and immunizations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB817/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=817","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":288911,"bill_number":"HB809","title":"Requiring verification of the lawful presence in the United States of any natural person 18 years of age or older who has applied for public benefits.","description":"An Act requiring verification of the lawful presence in the United States of any natural person 18 years of age or older who has applied for public benefits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB809/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=809","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":288948,"bill_number":"HB820","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for prohibited conduct during emergency.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for prohibited conduct during emergency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB820/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=820","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":288957,"bill_number":"SB640","title":"Further defining \"case.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further defining \"case.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-24","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-02-24","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB640/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=640","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":289043,"bill_number":"HR92","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study on the feasibility of consolidating the Commonwealth's prescription drug plans under a single administrator.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study on the feasibility of consolidating the Commonwealth's prescription drug plans under a single administrator.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR92/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=92","sponsor":"Timothy Hennessey"},
{"bill_id":289213,"bill_number":"HB828","title":"Providing for Appalachian Trail plates.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for Appalachian Trail plates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB828/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=828","sponsor":"Mike Carroll"},
{"bill_id":289246,"bill_number":"HB829","title":"Further providing for payments to counties for services to children.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for payments to counties for services to children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB829/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=829","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":289513,"bill_number":"HB827","title":"Further providing for executive sessions and for a penalty.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for executive sessions and for a penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB827/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=827","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":289955,"bill_number":"SB645","title":"Authorizing senior citizens to claim an exemption from tax increases as to certain real property; and providing for termination of the exemption.","description":"An Act authorizing senior citizens to claim an exemption from tax increases as to certain real property; and providing for termination of the exemption.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB645/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=645","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":289987,"bill_number":"HB841","title":"Further providing for tax levies.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, further providing for tax levies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB841/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=841","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":289992,"bill_number":"SB704","title":"Further providing for board membership, for chairman's authority and duties, and for quorum and hearings.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 1947 (P.L.1046, No.447), referred to as the State Tax Equalization Board Law, further providing for board membership, for chairman's authority and duties, and for quorum and hearings.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB704/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=704","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":289995,"bill_number":"SB705","title":"In employment incentive payments, further providing for limitation on credits and for time limitations and report.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in employment incentive payments, further providing for limitation on credits and for time limitations and report.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB705/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=705","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":290008,"bill_number":"HR90","title":"Designating the month of March 2011 as \"Problem Gambling Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and observing the week of March 6 through 12, 2011, as \"National Problem Gambling Awareness Week.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2011 as \"Problem Gambling Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and observing the week of March 6 through 12, 2011, as \"National Problem Gambling Awareness Week.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR90/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=90","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":290031,"bill_number":"HB839","title":"Further providing for unlawful acts relating to wine and for limited wineries.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for unlawful acts relating to wine and for limited wineries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB839/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=839","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":290037,"bill_number":"HR94","title":"Recognizing the month of April 2011 as \"Autism Awareness Month\" and April 2, 2011, as \"World Autism Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2011 as \"Autism Awareness Month\" and April 2, 2011, as \"World Autism Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR94/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=94","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":290042,"bill_number":"SB644","title":"Further providing for special elections for Senator and Representative in the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for special elections for Senator and Representative in the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB644/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=644","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":290103,"bill_number":"SB605","title":"Further providing for revised or successor codes; and providing for report.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for revised or successor codes; and providing for report.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB605/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=605","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":290106,"bill_number":"HB834","title":"In sentencing, providing for limitations on residence of individuals convicted of certain offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in sentencing, providing for limitations on residence of individuals convicted of certain offenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB834/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=834","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":290111,"bill_number":"SB646","title":"Further providing for exemption from payment of real estate taxes.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for exemption from payment of real estate taxes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB646/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=646","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":290114,"bill_number":"SB420","title":"Providing for funding for the Adult Basic Program.","description":"An Act providing for funding for the Adult Basic Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB420/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=420","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":290118,"bill_number":"SB550","title":"In child protective services, further providing for definitions, for immunity from liability, for complaint files and for amendment or expunction of information.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child protective services, further providing for definitions, for immunity from liability, for complaint files and for amendment or expunction of information.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB550/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=550","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":290130,"bill_number":"SB625","title":"Further providing for short title of chapter, for purpose and for definitions; providing for establishment and operation of nominating committee, for Pennsylvania Public Integrity Commission, for limitations on activities by commissioners and employees, for powers and duties of commission, for authority, qualification, training and identification of investigative employees designated as law enforcement officers, for photo identification, for immunity of witnesses and for enforcement of subpoenas; further providing for restricted activities, for statement of financial interests required to be filed, for investigations by commission and for penalties; providing for costs restitutions and forfeiture; further providing for wrongful use of chapter; providing for disclosure of executive session testimony and investigative records, for privileged statements and reports, for commission disclosure of economic interests and for applicable statutes; and making repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for short title of chapter, for purpose and for definitions; providing for establishment and operation of nominating committee, for Pennsylvania Public Integrity Commission, for limitations on activities by commissioners and employees, for powers and duties of commission, for authority, qualification, training and identification of investigative employees designated as law enforcement officers, for photo identification, for immunity of witnesses and for enforcement of subpoenas; further providing for restricted activities, for statement of financial interests required to be filed, for investigations by commission and for penalties; providing for costs restitutions and forfeiture; further providing for wrongful use of chapter; providing for disclosure of executive session testimony and investigative records, for privileged statements and reports, for commission disclosure of economic interests and for applicable statutes; and making repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB625/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=625","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":290136,"bill_number":"SB648","title":"Providing for food allergy reaction management in public schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for food allergy reaction management in public schools.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB648/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=648","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":290140,"bill_number":"HB837","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for security from searches and seizures.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for security from searches and seizures.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB837/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=837","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":290160,"bill_number":"SB657","title":"In municipal police education and training, further defining \"police department\" and \"police officer\"; and further providing for reimbursement of expenses and for payment of certain county costs.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal police education and training, further defining \"police department\" and \"police officer\"; and further providing for reimbursement of expenses and for payment of certain county costs.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB657/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=657","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":290161,"bill_number":"HR93","title":"Proclaiming the week of March 6 through 11, 2011, as \"National Consumer Protection Week\" in Pennsylvania and emphasizing the important role of consumer education in making smart financial decisions.","description":"A Resolution proclaiming the week of March 6 through 11, 2011, as \"National Consumer Protection Week\" in Pennsylvania and emphasizing the important role of consumer education in making smart financial decisions.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR93/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=93","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":290189,"bill_number":"HB846","title":"Further providing for insurance fraud; consolidating Article XI of The Insurance Department Act of 1921, further providing for purpose, for definitions, for Insurance Fraud Prevention Trust Fund, for powers and duties and for duties of insurance licensees and their employees; and making a repeal.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for insurance fraud; consolidating Article XI of The Insurance Department Act of 1921, further providing for purpose, for definitions, for Insurance Fraud Prevention Trust Fund, for powers and duties and for duties of insurance licensees and their employees; and making a repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB846/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=846","sponsor":"Bryan Barbin"},
{"bill_id":290197,"bill_number":"SB672","title":"Requiring municipal retirement systems to pay annual postretirement adjustments to certain retired municipal employees; and providing for the financing of these adjustments and for the administration of the Commonwealth's reimbursements for these adjustments.","description":"An Act requiring municipal retirement systems to pay annual postretirement adjustments to certain retired municipal employees; and providing for the financing of these adjustments and for the administration of the Commonwealth's reimbursements for these adjustments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB672/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=672","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":290241,"bill_number":"SB647","title":"Providing for limitation of liability for mold and mold damage.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for limitation of liability for mold and mold damage.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB647/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=647","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":290244,"bill_number":"SB664","title":"Further providing for permits.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 24, 1966 (1965 P.L.1535, No.537), known as the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act, further providing for permits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB664/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=664","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":290252,"bill_number":"HB845","title":"Further providing for shipment of wine into Commonwealth and for limited wineries.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for shipment of wine into Commonwealth and for limited wineries.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB845/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=845","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":290258,"bill_number":"HB844","title":"In powers and duties of boards of school directors, further providing for school athletics, publications and organizations.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in powers and duties of boards of school directors, further providing for school athletics, publications and organizations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB844/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=844","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":290280,"bill_number":"HB833","title":"Imposing a tax on the extraction of natural gas; providing for natural gas severance registration certificate, for duties of the Department of Revenue, for tax assessments and tax liens; imposing penalties; providing for service of process, for rulemaking, for cooperation with other governments and for bonds; establishing the Natural Gas Severance Tax Account, the Local Government Services Account and the Oil and Gas Environmental Disaster Recovery Account; providing for the establishment, implementation and administration of the Marcellus Shale Job Creation Tax Credit; imposing additional duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending Title 72 (Taxation and Fiscal Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, imposing a tax on the extraction of natural gas; providing for natural gas severance registration certificate, for duties of the Department of Revenue, for tax assessments and tax liens; imposing penalties; providing for service of process, for rulemaking, for cooperation with other governments and for bonds; establishing the Natural Gas Severance Tax Account, the Local Government Services Account and the Oil and Gas Environmental Disaster Recovery Account; providing for the establishment, implementation and administration of the Marcellus Shale Job Creation Tax Credit; imposing additional duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB833/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=833","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":290288,"bill_number":"SB650","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for a Legislative and Congressional Reapportionment Bureau for the purpose of reapportioning and redistricting the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for a Legislative and Congressional Reapportionment Bureau for the purpose of reapportioning and redistricting the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB650/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=650","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":290295,"bill_number":"SB665","title":"In dissemination of criminal history record information, further providing for general regulations; and in child protective services, further providing for information relating to prospective child-care personnel.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in dissemination of criminal history record information, further providing for general regulations; and in child protective services, further providing for information relating to prospective child-care personnel.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB665/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=665","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":290296,"bill_number":"SB671","title":"Providing for cost-of-living increases in the amount of compensation payable.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, providing for cost-of-living increases in the amount of compensation payable.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB671/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=671","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":290301,"bill_number":"SB639","title":"Further providing for intent, for definitions, for caregiver support program, for reimbursements and for entitlement not created.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1990 (P.L.1234, No.204), known as the Family Caregiver Support Act, further providing for intent, for definitions, for caregiver support program, for reimbursements and for entitlement not created.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB639/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=639","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":290307,"bill_number":"SR45","title":"Amending the Rules of the Senate, further providing for Committees.","description":"A Resolution amending the Rules of the Senate, further providing for Committees.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Adopted (45-0)","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR45/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=45","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":290309,"bill_number":"HB832","title":"In limitation of time, further providing for unlimited time to bring criminal actions and for limitation of serious criminal actions.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in limitation of time, further providing for unlimited time to bring criminal actions and for limitation of serious criminal actions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB832/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=832","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":290316,"bill_number":"HB842","title":"In school finances, further providing for per capita taxes.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school finances, further providing for per capita taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB842/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=842","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":290333,"bill_number":"HB830","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Mature Worker Task Force and providing for its powers and duties.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Mature Worker Task Force and providing for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB830/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=830","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":290357,"bill_number":"SB653","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, authorizing the use of the indirect initiative and referendum as powers reserved to the people.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, authorizing the use of the indirect initiative and referendum as powers reserved to the people.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB653/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=653","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":290363,"bill_number":"SB668","title":"Providing for use of armory fitness facilities.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for use of armory fitness facilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB668/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=668","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":290365,"bill_number":"SB666","title":"Further providing for fees for background checks.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for fees for background checks.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB666/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=666","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":290374,"bill_number":"SR43","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the adult basic coverage insurance program and identify possible funding sources that are available to continue this program, reporting its findings to the Public Health and Welfare Committee of the Senate within 90 days of the passage of this resolution.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the adult basic coverage insurance program and identify possible funding sources that are available to continue this program, reporting its findings to the Public Health and Welfare Committee of the Senate within 90 days of the passage of this resolution.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR43/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=43","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":290394,"bill_number":"SB651","title":"Setting forth a concise statement of voter's rights; requiring that the statement of voter's rights be visible in voter registration offices and polling places; providing for polling place accessibility; further providing for qualifications of electors at primaries and for only enrolled electors to vote at primaries or hold party offices; providing for procedure for unenrolled electors to cast primary ballots and for form of declaration of party enrollment; and further providing for persons entitled to vote and challenges and for voting check lists.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, setting forth a concise statement of voter's rights; requiring that the statement of voter's rights be visible in voter registration offices and polling places; providing for polling place accessibility; further providing for qualifications of electors at primaries and for only enrolled electors to vote at primaries or hold party offices; providing for procedure for unenrolled electors to cast primary ballots and for form of declaration of party enrollment; and further providing for persons entitled to vote and challenges and for voting check lists.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB651/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=651","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":290398,"bill_number":"SB551","title":"Further providing for definitions, for written requests and for fee limitations.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, further providing for definitions, for written requests and for fee limitations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB551/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=551","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":290412,"bill_number":"SB674","title":"Further providing for definition of \"new motor vehicle.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 28, 1984 (P.L.150, No.28), known as the Automobile Lemon Law, further providing for definition of \"new motor vehicle.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB674/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=674","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":290414,"bill_number":"SB667","title":"Further providing for joint tenancy.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for joint tenancy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB667/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=667","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":290434,"bill_number":"SB649","title":"Providing for assessment and counseling of chronic runaway children.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for assessment and counseling of chronic runaway children.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB649/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=649","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":290462,"bill_number":"HB847","title":"Providing for registration of discount plan organizations; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for registration of discount plan organizations; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB847/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=847","sponsor":"Bryan Barbin"},
{"bill_id":290476,"bill_number":"HR95","title":"Designating March 29, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Day.\"","description":"A Resolution designating March 29, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR95/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=95","sponsor":"John Maher"},
{"bill_id":290490,"bill_number":"SB655","title":"Further providing for legislative policy, for definitions, for involuntary intervention by emergency court order, for information relating to prospective facility personnel and for grounds for denying employment; providing for certificate of employability; further providing for provisional employees for limited periods; providing for requirements concerning employees, for comparison study by Department of Aging and for applicability relating to criminal history for employees.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 6, 1987 (P.L.381, No.79), known as the Older Adults Protective Services Act, further providing for legislative policy, for definitions, for involuntary intervention by emergency court order, for information relating to prospective facility personnel and for grounds for denying employment; providing for certificate of employability; further providing for provisional employees for limited periods; providing for requirements concerning employees, for comparison study by Department of Aging and for applicability relating to criminal history for employees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB655/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=655","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":290497,"bill_number":"HB835","title":"Further providing for the Commonwealth agency of Professional and Occupational Affairs.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for the Commonwealth agency of Professional and Occupational Affairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB835/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=835","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":290504,"bill_number":"HB836","title":"Further providing for compensation of members of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for compensation of members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB836/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=836","sponsor":"Mark Gillen"},
{"bill_id":290511,"bill_number":"SB702","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for limits on the terms of members of the General Assembly.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for limits on the terms of members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB702/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=702","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":290525,"bill_number":"SB656","title":"Requiring hospitals to obtain certain information relating to criminal history from prospective employees; providing for grounds for denying employment; prescribing penalties; providing for provisional employment for limited periods; imposing certain requirements for hospital employees; and providing for civil immunity under certain circumstances.","description":"An Act requiring hospitals to obtain certain information relating to criminal history from prospective employees; providing for grounds for denying employment; prescribing penalties; providing for provisional employment for limited periods; imposing certain requirements for hospital employees; and providing for civil immunity under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB656/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=656","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":290528,"bill_number":"HB840","title":"Further providing for tax levies.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for tax levies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB840/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=840","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":290538,"bill_number":"HB843","title":"Further providing for limitations on rates of specific taxes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, further providing for limitations on rates of specific taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB843/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=843","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":290548,"bill_number":"SB670","title":"Providing for permanent biannual cost-of-living increases for retirees.","description":"An Act amending Titles 24 (Education) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for permanent biannual cost-of-living increases for retirees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB670/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=670","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":290549,"bill_number":"SB549","title":"Further providing for definitions, for persons required to report suspected child abuse, for reporting procedure and for immunity from liability; providing for false reports of child abuse; and further providing for release of information in confidential reports, for school employees, for administration, for investigation, for responsibilities of county agency for child protective services and for investigation of reports.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for persons required to report suspected child abuse, for reporting procedure and for immunity from liability; providing for false reports of child abuse; and further providing for release of information in confidential reports, for school employees, for administration, for investigation, for responsibilities of county agency for child protective services and for investigation of reports.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB549/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=549","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":290556,"bill_number":"HB848","title":"Preventing illegal multiple employer welfare arrangements; prohibiting other illegal health insurers; establishing duties of the Insurance Department; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act preventing illegal multiple employer welfare arrangements; prohibiting other illegal health insurers; establishing duties of the Insurance Department; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB848/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=848","sponsor":"Bryan Barbin"},
{"bill_id":290561,"bill_number":"SB652","title":"Providing for election day registration; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for election day registration; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB652/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=652","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":290567,"bill_number":"SB669","title":"Providing for permanent cost-of-living increases for retirees.","description":"An Act amending Titles 24 (Education) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for permanent cost-of-living increases for retirees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB669/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=669","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":290590,"bill_number":"HB831","title":"Further providing for grading of theft offenses and for theft of services.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for grading of theft offenses and for theft of services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB831/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=831","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":290602,"bill_number":"SB675","title":"In school health services, further providing for employment of school health personnel.","description":"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 employment of school health personnel.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB675/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=675","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":290647,"bill_number":"HB851","title":"Further providing for definitions, for termination of dealer agreement, for death or incapacitation of dealer and for repurchase of unused specialized repair tools; repealing provisions relating to coercion; and providing for violations of act, for warranty, for remedies and enforcement and for waiver.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 1987 (P.L.412, No.86), known as the Pennsylvania Fair Dealership Law, further providing for definitions, for termination of dealer agreement, for death or incapacitation of dealer and for repurchase of unused specialized repair tools; repealing provisions relating to coercion; and providing for violations of act, for warranty, for remedies and enforcement and for waiver.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB851/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=851","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":290657,"bill_number":"HR98","title":"Designating the week of March 21 through 27, 2011, as \"Maple Producers Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of March 21 through 27, 2011, as \"Maple Producers Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR98/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=98","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":290665,"bill_number":"SB703","title":"Further providing for statute of limitations relating to infanticide and abortion on unborn child of 24 or more weeks gestational age.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for statute of limitations relating to infanticide and abortion on unborn child of 24 or more weeks gestational age.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB703/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=703","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":290667,"bill_number":"SB714","title":"Protecting and managing sport shooting clubs and firing ranges in this Commonwealth.","description":"An Act protecting and managing sport shooting clubs and firing ranges in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB714/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=714","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":290670,"bill_number":"HB857","title":"Providing for the Commonwealth Citizenship Act.","description":"An Act providing for the Commonwealth Citizenship Act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Re-referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB857/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=857","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":290671,"bill_number":"SB715","title":"Further providing for purposes and powers of authorities.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for purposes and powers of authorities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB715/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=715","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":290681,"bill_number":"HB853","title":"Further providing for tolling of limitations in civil actions because of infancy, insanity or imprisonment.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for tolling of limitations in civil actions because of infancy, insanity or imprisonment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB853/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=853","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":290699,"bill_number":"SB711","title":"Further defining \"occupational disease\"; and further providing for the scope of \"injury,\" \"personal injury\" and \"injury arising in the course of his employment.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, further defining \"occupational disease\"; and further providing for the scope of \"injury,\" \"personal injury\" and \"injury arising in the course of his employment.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB711/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=711","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":290709,"bill_number":"HB867","title":"Establishing the MESA Initiative; providing for duties of the State Board of Education; and establishing the State MESA Commission.","description":"An Act establishing the MESA Initiative; providing for duties of the State Board of Education; and establishing the State MESA Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB867/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=867","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":290715,"bill_number":"SB721","title":"Further providing for the offense of failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of failure to comply with registration of sexual offenders requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB721/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=721","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":290724,"bill_number":"HB872","title":"Further providing for liquor licenses at licensed facilities.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for liquor licenses at licensed facilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB872/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=872","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":290768,"bill_number":"SB717","title":"Designating and adopting the Piper J-3 Cub as the official airplane of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act designating and adopting the Piper J-3 Cub as the official airplane of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB717/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=717","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":290770,"bill_number":"SB724","title":"Defining \"ski resort\"; and further providing for limiting the number of retail licenses to be issued in each county.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, defining \"ski resort\"; and further providing for limiting the number of retail licenses to be issued in each county.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB724/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=724","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":290777,"bill_number":"SB707","title":"Further providing for educational leave of absence.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for educational leave of absence.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 128","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB707/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=707","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":290816,"bill_number":"SB718","title":"Establishing a Renaissance City Initiative to provide grants to renaissance cities for purposes of furthering economic development and urban revitalization; and making appropriations.","description":"An Act establishing a Renaissance City Initiative to provide grants to renaissance cities for purposes of furthering economic development and urban revitalization; and making appropriations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB718/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=718","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":290862,"bill_number":"HB865","title":"In matters affecting government units, providing for exceptions to governmental immunity related to unauthorized aliens.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in matters affecting government units, providing for exceptions to governmental immunity related to unauthorized aliens.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB865/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=865","sponsor":"Jerome Knowles"},
{"bill_id":290869,"bill_number":"HB854","title":"Further providing for nonresidents.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for nonresidents.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB854/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=854","sponsor":"Carl Metzgar"},
{"bill_id":290877,"bill_number":"SB723","title":"Designating the bridge that connects South Williamsport to Williamsport, known as the Market Street Bridge, carrying U.S. Route 15 over the Susquehanna River in Loyalsock Township, Lycoming County, as the Carl E. Stotz Memorial Little League Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge that connects South Williamsport to Williamsport, known as the Market Street Bridge, carrying U.S. Route 15 over the Susquehanna River in Loyalsock Township, Lycoming County, as the Carl E. Stotz Memorial Little League Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 69","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB723/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=723","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":290882,"bill_number":"HB852","title":"Providing for indecent assault during the course of body search.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for indecent assault during the course of body search.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB852/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=852","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":290895,"bill_number":"SB659","title":"Further providing for statutes of limitations.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for statutes of limitations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB659/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=659","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":290902,"bill_number":"SB614","title":"Establishing the Regional Efficiency Aid Program; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development and the Department of Revenue; and establishing the Regional Efficiency Aid Program Fund.","description":"An Act establishing the Regional Efficiency Aid Program; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development and the Department of Revenue; and establishing the Regional Efficiency Aid Program Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB614/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=614","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":290903,"bill_number":"SB673","title":"Further providing for issuance and content of driver's license.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for issuance and content of driver's license.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-02-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB673/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=673","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":290909,"bill_number":"HB862","title":"Providing for applicability of Marcellus Shale drilling companies.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 6, 1998 (P.L.705, No.92), known as the Keystone Opportunity Zone, Keystone Opportunity Expansion Zone and Keystone Opportunity Improvement Zone Act, providing for applicability of Marcellus Shale drilling companies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB862/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=862","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":290916,"bill_number":"HB855","title":"In professional employees, further providing for causes for suspension and for persons to be suspended.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in professional employees, further providing for causes for suspension and for persons to be suspended.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB855/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=855","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":290919,"bill_number":"HB869","title":"Further providing for drivers in funeral processions and for use and display of illuminated signs.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for drivers in funeral processions and for use and display of illuminated signs.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 99","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB869/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=869","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":290938,"bill_number":"SB604","title":"Further providing for members of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB604/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=604","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":290946,"bill_number":"HR96","title":"Declaring March 2011 as \"Irish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution declaring March 2011 as \"Irish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR96/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=96","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":290983,"bill_number":"HB859","title":"Further providing for adult basic coverage insurance program.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 26, 2001 (P.L.755, No.77), known as the Tobacco Settlement Act, further providing for adult basic coverage insurance program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB859/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=859","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":291005,"bill_number":"SB701","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for super-majority votes relating to the imposition of taxes or license fees.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for super-majority votes relating to the imposition of taxes or license fees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB701/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=701","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":291016,"bill_number":"HB858","title":"Prohibiting employment of illegal aliens; requiring participation in the E-verify Program as a condition for Commonwealth contracts or grants; prohibiting business tax deductions for certain compensation; requiring suspension of licenses, registrations and certificates of incorporation under certain circumstances; and authorizing a private cause of action.","description":"An Act prohibiting employment of illegal aliens; requiring participation in the E-verify Program as a condition for Commonwealth contracts or grants; prohibiting business tax deductions for certain compensation; requiring suspension of licenses, registrations and certificates of incorporation under certain circumstances; and authorizing a private cause of action.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Re-referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB858/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=858","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":291018,"bill_number":"HB866","title":"Amending the act of December 15, 1955 (P.L.865, No.256), entitled \"An act requiring rents and royalties from oil and gas leases of Commonwealth land to be placed in a special fund to be used for conservation, recreation, dams, and flood control; authorizing the Secretary of Forests and Waters to determine the need for and location of such projects and to acquire the necessary land,\" providing for annual report; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1955 (P.L.865, No.256), entitled \"An act requiring rents and royalties from oil and gas leases of Commonwealth land to be placed in a special fund to be used for conservation, recreation, dams, and flood control; authorizing the Secretary of Forests and Waters to determine the need for and location of such projects and to acquire the necessary land,\" providing for annual report; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB866/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=866","sponsor":"Ryan Aument"},
{"bill_id":291022,"bill_number":"SB716","title":"Further providing for anesthesia and abrogating a regulation.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.216, No.76), known as The Dental Law, further providing for anesthesia and abrogating a regulation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB716/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=716","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":291023,"bill_number":"SB632","title":"Further providing for duties of State Athletic Commission; in boxing, further providing for age of participants, for gloves and for contracts; in wrestling, further providing for definitions, for physician to be in attendance and for penalties; and, in registration of athlete agents, further providing for bonding requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 5 (Athletics and Sports) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for duties of State Athletic Commission; in boxing, further providing for age of participants, for gloves and for contracts; in wrestling, further providing for definitions, for physician to be in attendance and for penalties; and, in registration of athlete agents, further providing for bonding requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB632/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=632","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":291043,"bill_number":"SB663","title":"Further providing for money of an authority.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for money of an authority.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB663/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=663","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":291053,"bill_number":"SB713","title":"Further providing for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions and for special occasion permits.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions and for special occasion permits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB713/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=713","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":291128,"bill_number":"HB873","title":"Further providing for regulatory authority, for other financial institutions, for wagering on credit and for prohibitions.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for regulatory authority, for other financial institutions, for wagering on credit and for prohibitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB873/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=873","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":291151,"bill_number":"HB863","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Health Information Exchange Authority and the Health Information Technology Fund; and providing for grants and loans for health information technology and for duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Health Information Exchange Authority and the Health Information Technology Fund; and providing for grants and loans for health information technology and for duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB863/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=863","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":291171,"bill_number":"SB720","title":"Further providing for determination of paternity.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for determination of paternity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB720/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=720","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":291174,"bill_number":"SB722","title":"Providing for lease extended by production.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, providing for lease extended by production.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB722/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=722","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":291201,"bill_number":"HB849","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for regulation and operation of neighborhood electric vehicles; and further providing for slow moving vehicle emblem and for operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; providing for regulation and operation of neighborhood electric vehicles; and further providing for slow moving vehicle emblem and for operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-22","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB849/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=849","sponsor":"Michael Fleck"},
{"bill_id":291218,"bill_number":"HB861","title":"Further providing for payments to counties for services to children; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for payments to counties for services to children; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB861/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=861","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":291220,"bill_number":"SB710","title":"Designating March 30 of each year as \"Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day.\"","description":"An Act designating March 30 of each year as \"Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB710/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=710","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":291231,"bill_number":"HR97","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass the Parental Rights Amendment and submit it to the states for ratification.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass the Parental Rights Amendment and submit it to the states for ratification.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR97/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=97","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":291248,"bill_number":"HB871","title":"Further providing for prohibited acts and penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for prohibited acts and penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB871/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=871","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":291249,"bill_number":"SB719","title":"Providing for the screening for illegal drug use by certain applicants for assistance.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for the screening for illegal drug use by certain applicants for assistance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB719/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=719","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":291266,"bill_number":"HB856","title":"Further providing for trafficking of persons.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for trafficking of persons.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB856/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=856","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":291279,"bill_number":"SB706","title":"Further providing for regulations and for prohibitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 11, 1998 (P.L.58, No.15), known as the Combustible and Flammable Liquids Act, further providing for regulations and for prohibitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB706/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=706","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":291297,"bill_number":"SB708","title":"Further providing, in provisions relating to the Governor and disaster emergencies, for general authority of Governor.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing, in provisions relating to the Governor and disaster emergencies, for general authority of Governor.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB708/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=708","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":291330,"bill_number":"SB712","title":"Establishing the Municipal Firefighter Education and Training Program; providing for the powers and duties of the State Fire Commissioner; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act establishing the Municipal Firefighter Education and Training Program; providing for the powers and duties of the State Fire Commissioner; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB712/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=712","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":291358,"bill_number":"HB864","title":"Further providing for the Pedalcycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the Pedalcycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 98","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB864/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=864","sponsor":"Richard Geist"},
{"bill_id":291374,"bill_number":"HB850","title":"In access, further providing for requests; and, in procedure, further providing for redaction.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, in access, further providing for requests; and, in procedure, further providing for redaction.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB850/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=850","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":291404,"bill_number":"SB642","title":"Providing for licensure of abortion facilities and for powers and duties of the Department of Health; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for licensure of abortion facilities and for powers and duties of the Department of Health; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB642/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=642","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":291424,"bill_number":"SB615","title":"Establishing the Regional Efficiency Development Incentive Program; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development; and establishing the Regional Efficiency Development Incentive Fund.","description":"An Act establishing the Regional Efficiency Development Incentive Program; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development; and establishing the Regional Efficiency Development Incentive Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-02-28","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-02-28","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB615/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=615","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":291425,"bill_number":"SB654","title":"Further defining \"occupational disease\"; and providing for cancer in the occupation of firefighter.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, further defining \"occupational disease\"; and providing for cancer in the occupation of firefighter.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB654/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=654","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":291433,"bill_number":"HB478","title":"Providing for health care coverage; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for health care coverage; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB478/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=478","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":291435,"bill_number":"HB870","title":"Amending the act of February 2, 1966 (1965 P.L.1860, No.586), entitled \"An act encouraging landowners to make land and water areas available to the public for recreational purposes by limiting liability in connection therewith, and repealing certain acts,\" further defining \"recreational purpose.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of February 2, 1966 (1965 P.L.1860, No.586), entitled \"An act encouraging landowners to make land and water areas available to the public for recreational purposes by limiting liability in connection therewith, and repealing certain acts,\" further defining \"recreational purpose.\"","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 47","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB870/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=870","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":291436,"bill_number":"HB860","title":"In protection of property and persons, further providing for hunting or furtaking prohibited while under influence of alcohol or controlled substance and for chemical test to determine amount of alcohol.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection of property and persons, further providing for hunting or furtaking prohibited while under influence of alcohol or controlled substance and for chemical test to determine amount of alcohol.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB860/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=860","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":291437,"bill_number":"HB868","title":"Providing for confidentiality of home addresses of school employees.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for confidentiality of home addresses of school employees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB868/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=868","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":291489,"bill_number":"SR46","title":"Observing March 1, 2011, as \"St. David's Day\" in Pennsylvania; and honoring the many Pennsylvanians of Welsh heritage.","description":"A Resolution observing March 1, 2011, as \"St. David's Day\" in Pennsylvania; and honoring the many Pennsylvanians of Welsh heritage.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR46/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=46","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":291586,"bill_number":"SB662","title":"Providing for authority relating to medical facilities.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for authority relating to medical facilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB662/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=662","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":291609,"bill_number":"HB888","title":"Providing for the English language as the official language of the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act providing for the English language as the official language of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB888/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=888","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":291616,"bill_number":"HB876","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for legislative districts.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for legislative districts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB876/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=876","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":291687,"bill_number":"HR100","title":"Recognizing March 8, 2011, as \"International Women's Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing March 8, 2011, as \"International Women's Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR100/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=100","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":291712,"bill_number":"SB658","title":"Further providing for unauthorized practice of medicine and surgery.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 20, 1985 (P.L.457, No.112), known as the Medical Practice Act of 1985, further providing for unauthorized practice of medicine and surgery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB658/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=658","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":291741,"bill_number":"HB885","title":"Providing for deer processor tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for deer processor tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB885/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=885","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":291755,"bill_number":"HB889","title":"Authorizing leave of absence from employment for veterans on Veterans Day.","description":"An Act authorizing leave of absence from employment for veterans on Veterans Day.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB889/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=889","sponsor":"Joseph Brennan"},
{"bill_id":291767,"bill_number":"SB661","title":"Further providing for penalty provisions.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 5, 1978 (P.L.1109, No.261), known as the Osteopathic Medical Practice Act, further providing for penalty provisions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB661/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=661","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":291822,"bill_number":"HB883","title":"Establishing the Council on Mandates; and providing for its powers and duties and for the suspension of unfunded mandates and reimbursable mandates.","description":"An Act establishing the Council on Mandates; and providing for its powers and duties and for the suspension of unfunded mandates and reimbursable mandates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB883/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=883","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":291927,"bill_number":"HB887","title":"In criminal homicide, further providing for the offense of drug delivery resulting in death.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in criminal homicide, further providing for the offense of drug delivery resulting in death.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB887/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=887","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":291928,"bill_number":"SB660","title":"Further providing for department responsibilities and for medical facility reports and notifications.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, further providing for department responsibilities and for medical facility reports and notifications.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB660/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=660","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":291958,"bill_number":"HB877","title":"Providing for disclosure of contributions by contractors.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, providing for disclosure of contributions by contractors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB877/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=877","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":291963,"bill_number":"HR103","title":"Recognizing the week of May 7 through 15, 2011, as \"National Travel and Tourism Week\" and March 15, 2011, as \"Tourism Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 7 through 15, 2011, as \"National Travel and Tourism Week\" and March 15, 2011, as \"Tourism Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR103/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=103","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":291980,"bill_number":"HB880","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Coal and Air Quality Improvement Tax Credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, establishing the Pennsylvania Coal and Air Quality Improvement Tax Credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB880/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=880","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":292047,"bill_number":"HB474","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Interstate Compact on Birth Certificates Issued to Aliens Not Subject to United States Jurisdiction; providing for the form of the compact; and imposing additional powers and duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Compact.","description":"An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Interstate Compact on Birth Certificates Issued to Aliens Not Subject to United States Jurisdiction; providing for the form of the compact; and imposing additional powers and duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Compact.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB474/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=474","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":292089,"bill_number":"HB874","title":"Further providing for Voting Standards Development Board.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for Voting Standards Development Board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB874/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=874","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":292177,"bill_number":"HB884","title":"Providing for sale of needles and syringes by pharmacists.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 27, 1961 (P.L.1700, No.699), known as the Pharmacy Act, providing for sale of needles and syringes by pharmacists.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB884/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=884","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":292178,"bill_number":"HR101","title":"Designating the month of March 2011 as \"Brain Injury Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2011 as \"Brain Injury Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR101/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=101","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":292254,"bill_number":"HB878","title":"Further providing for limitations of time for commencement of civil action arising from childhood sexual abuse; and providing for a limitation on certain contingency fees.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for limitations of time for commencement of civil action arising from childhood sexual abuse; and providing for a limitation on certain contingency fees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB878/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=878","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":292337,"bill_number":"HR102","title":"Congratulating the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center on the 25th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center on the 25th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR102/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=102","sponsor":"Joseph Markosek"},
{"bill_id":292349,"bill_number":"HB882","title":"In capital stock and franchise tax, further defining \"processing.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in capital stock and franchise tax, further defining \"processing.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB882/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=882","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":292355,"bill_number":"HB881","title":"Further providing for dogs pursuing, injuring or killing big game.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for dogs pursuing, injuring or killing big game.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB881/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=881","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":292369,"bill_number":"HB879","title":"Further providing for policy relating to bullying.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for policy relating to bullying.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB879/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=879","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":292412,"bill_number":"HR99","title":"Recognizing May 5, 2011, as the \"National Day of Prayer\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 5, 2011, as the \"National Day of Prayer\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR99/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=99","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":292432,"bill_number":"HB886","title":"Providing for the possession of firearms in motor vehicles; prohibiting certain acts; imposing duties on employers; and providing for civil immunity under certain circumstances and for enforcement.","description":"An Act providing for the possession of firearms in motor vehicles; prohibiting certain acts; imposing duties on employers; and providing for civil immunity under certain circumstances and for enforcement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB886/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=886","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":292441,"bill_number":"HB875","title":"In sales and use tax, providing for taxable portion of purchase price.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, providing for taxable portion of purchase price.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB875/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=875","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":292460,"bill_number":"HB899","title":"Further providing for harassment; and providing for peace orders.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for harassment; and providing for peace orders.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB899/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=899","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":292469,"bill_number":"HB900","title":"Providing for global positioning satellite units.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for global positioning satellite units.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB900/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=900","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":292474,"bill_number":"HB890","title":"Establishing a Statewide academic scholarship program to be known as the Reliable Educational Assistance for College Hopefuls Scholarship for Community College; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","description":"An Act establishing a Statewide academic scholarship program to be known as the Reliable Educational Assistance for College Hopefuls Scholarship for Community College; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB890/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=890","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":292482,"bill_number":"HB114","title":"Further providing for gubernatorial appointments.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for gubernatorial appointments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB114/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=114","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":292522,"bill_number":"SR48","title":"Designating March 2011 as \"Irish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 2011 as \"Irish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR48/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=48","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":292531,"bill_number":"HB905","title":"Providing for visitation and inspection of family day-care homes and for reporting; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act providing for visitation and inspection of family day-care homes and for reporting; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB905/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=905","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":292535,"bill_number":"HB898","title":"Further providing for sale or transfer of firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sale or transfer of firearms.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Act No. 199","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB898/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=898","sponsor":"Marcy Toepel"},
{"bill_id":292541,"bill_number":"HB902","title":"Providing for the offense of unlawful use of computer scrub software and for the offense of unlawful use of the Internet; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the offense of unlawful use of computer scrub software and for the offense of unlawful use of the Internet; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB902/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=902","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":292549,"bill_number":"HB904","title":"Further providing for the Office of Victim Advocate and for powers and duties of victim advocate.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 24, 1998 (P.L.882, No.111), known as the Crime Victims Act, further providing for the Office of Victim Advocate and for powers and duties of victim advocate.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB904/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=904","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":292575,"bill_number":"SR40","title":"A Concurrent Resolution establishing a commission to study the Commonwealth's fragmented system of local governance and identify methods to promote more regional collaboration in the delivery of municipal services and the execution of local government.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution establishing a commission to study the Commonwealth's fragmented system of local governance and identify methods to promote more regional collaboration in the delivery of municipal services and the execution of local government.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Referred to INTERGOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":"Intergovernmental Operations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR40/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=40","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":292577,"bill_number":"HB903","title":"Further providing for accidents involving death or personal injury.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for accidents involving death or personal injury.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB903/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=903","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":292593,"bill_number":"HB896","title":"Further providing for the offense of careless driving; establishing the Driver Distraction Awareness Fund; and providing for additional duties of the Department of Transportation.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of careless driving; establishing the Driver Distraction Awareness Fund; and providing for additional duties of the Department of Transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB896/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=896","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":292598,"bill_number":"HB136","title":"Reenacted and amended June 21, 1939 (P.L.520, No.281), in Uninsured Employers Guaranty Fund, further providing for reimbursement and for assessments.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, reenacted and amended June 21, 1939 (P.L.520, No.281), in Uninsured Employers Guaranty Fund, further providing for reimbursement and for assessments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB136/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=136","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":292606,"bill_number":"HR106","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the Pennsylvania Lottery relating to its ability to continue to support programs and services for older Pennsylvanians.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the Pennsylvania Lottery relating to its ability to continue to support programs and services for older Pennsylvanians.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Adopted (202-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR106/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=106","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":292608,"bill_number":"HB800","title":"In public assistance, further providing for prohibited use of public assistance funds.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, further providing for prohibited use of public assistance funds.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB800/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=800","sponsor":"Michael Reese"},
{"bill_id":292629,"bill_number":"HB897","title":"Providing for distribution of timber, wood products and gas and oil ground rentals and royalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1929 (P.L.1798, No.591), referred to as the Forest Reserves Municipal Financial Relief Law, providing for distribution of timber, wood products and gas and oil ground rentals and royalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB897/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=897","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":292651,"bill_number":"SR47","title":"Recognizing March 2011 as \"Women's History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing March 2011 as \"Women's History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-03-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR47/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=47","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":292665,"bill_number":"HR107","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study and submit a report to the General Assembly on the issue of general and comprehensive liability insurance for family day care homes.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study and submit a report to the General Assembly on the issue of general and comprehensive liability insurance for family day care homes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR107/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=107","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":292667,"bill_number":"HB112","title":"Providing for employment restriction.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for employment restriction.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB112/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=112","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":292668,"bill_number":"HR104","title":"Honoring the life of Charles \"Chuck\" William Tanner, former general manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates, who died on February 11, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of Charles \"Chuck\" William Tanner, former general manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates, who died on February 11, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR104/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=104","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":292671,"bill_number":"HB901","title":"Further providing for registration requirements and limiting and prohibiting certain uses of the Internet by registered sex offenders.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for registration requirements and limiting and prohibiting certain uses of the Internet by registered sex offenders.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB901/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=901","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":292683,"bill_number":"HB113","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB113/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=113","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":292687,"bill_number":"HB895","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in general requirements, further providing for protection of water supplies.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in general requirements, further providing for protection of water supplies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB895/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=895","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":292693,"bill_number":"HB891","title":"Establishing a Statewide academic scholarship program to be known as the Reliable Educational Assistance for College Hopefuls Scholarship for STEM Majors; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","description":"An Act establishing a Statewide academic scholarship program to be known as the Reliable Educational Assistance for College Hopefuls Scholarship for STEM Majors; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB891/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=891","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":292720,"bill_number":"HB892","title":"Further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB892/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=892","sponsor":"Ken Smith"},
{"bill_id":292735,"bill_number":"HB893","title":"Providing for background checks for applicants and recipients and for rulemaking authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 6, 1987 (P.L.381, No.79), known as the Older Adults Protective Services Act, providing for background checks for applicants and recipients and for rulemaking authority.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB893/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=893","sponsor":"Ken Smith"},
{"bill_id":292741,"bill_number":"HR105","title":"Condemning the actions of the Islamic Republic of Iran in convicting and sentencing Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani when its case against her was flawed, and urging the Islamic Republic of Iran to release her from its custody.","description":"A Resolution condemning the actions of the Islamic Republic of Iran in convicting and sentencing Sakineh Mohammadi Ashtiani when its case against her was flawed, and urging the Islamic Republic of Iran to release her from its custody.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR105/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=105","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":292781,"bill_number":"HB917","title":"Designating the bridge carrying State Route 2014 over the Beaverdam Branch of the Juniata River in Hollidaysburg Borough, Blair County, as the Sgt. 1st Class Daniel Lightner Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge carrying State Route 2014 over the Beaverdam Branch of the Juniata River in Hollidaysburg Borough, Blair County, as the Sgt. 1st Class Daniel Lightner Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 48","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB917/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=917","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":292816,"bill_number":"HB907","title":"In limitation of time relating to criminal proceedings, further providing for no limitation applicable and for other offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in limitation of time relating to criminal proceedings, further providing for no limitation applicable and for other offenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB907/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=907","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":292821,"bill_number":"SB730","title":"In corporate powers, further providing for real property and for personal property; and, in contracts, further providing for letting contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, in corporate powers, further providing for real property and for personal property; and, in contracts, further providing for letting contracts.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Act No. 30","last_action_date":"2012-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB730/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=730","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":292830,"bill_number":"HR111","title":"Celebrating the contributions of Michael Jackson to music, performance, culture and charity.","description":"A Resolution celebrating the contributions of Michael Jackson to music, performance, culture and charity.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Re-committed to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR111/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=111","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":292854,"bill_number":"SR49","title":"Recognizing March 24, 2011 as \"National Teach Ag Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing March 24, 2011 as \"National Teach Ag Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR49/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=49","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":292873,"bill_number":"HB918","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for a unicameral General Assembly.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for a unicameral General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB918/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=918","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":292891,"bill_number":"HB908","title":"In falsification and intimidation, further providing for the offense of impersonating a notary public or a holder of a professional or occupational license.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in falsification and intimidation, further providing for the offense of impersonating a notary public or a holder of a professional or occupational license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB908/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=908","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":292939,"bill_number":"SB560","title":"Establishing the State Military College Legislative Appointment Initiative Program.","description":"An Act establishing the State Military College Legislative Appointment Initiative Program.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Act No. 29","last_action_date":"2012-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB560/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=560","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":292946,"bill_number":"HB919","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, eliminating the office of Lieutenant Governor and providing for State Treasurer.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, eliminating the office of Lieutenant Governor and providing for State Treasurer.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB919/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=919","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":292955,"bill_number":"HB912","title":"Providing for compliance with Federal health care legislation.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for compliance with Federal health care legislation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB912/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=912","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":292957,"bill_number":"SR53","title":"Designating the month of March 2011 as \"Brain Injury Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2011 as \"Brain Injury Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR53/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=53","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":292961,"bill_number":"SR51","title":"Designating the week of February 27 through March 5, 2011, as \"Weights and Measures Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the outstanding service of inspectors of county and city weights and measures offices and the Weights and Measures Division of the Department of Agriculture in the protection of our citizens by ensuring accuracy, equity and confidence in commercial and retail measurements.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of February 27 through March 5, 2011, as \"Weights and Measures Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the outstanding service of inspectors of county and city weights and measures offices and the Weights and Measures Division of the Department of Agriculture in the protection of our citizens by ensuring accuracy, equity and confidence in commercial and retail measurements.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR51/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=51","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":292962,"bill_number":"SB616","title":"Providing for State assistance grants to municipalities for regionalizing police operations; imposing powers and duties on the Center for Local Government Services; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for State assistance grants to municipalities for regionalizing police operations; imposing powers and duties on the Center for Local Government Services; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB616/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=616","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":292973,"bill_number":"HB915","title":"By further providing for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Department of Education.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 6, 2010 (P.L. , No.1A), known as the General Appropriation Act of 2010, by further providing for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Department of Education.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Re-committed to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB915/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=915","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":293008,"bill_number":"HB913","title":"In insurance, further providing for the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, in insurance, further providing for the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB913/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=913","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":293009,"bill_number":"HB920","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for terms of members and for the Legislative Reapportionment Commission.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for terms of members and for the Legislative Reapportionment Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB920/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=920","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":293054,"bill_number":"HR112","title":"Designating April 4, 2011, as \"Thaddeus Stevens Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 4, 2011, as \"Thaddeus Stevens Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR112/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=112","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":293073,"bill_number":"HR108","title":"Designating April 6, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Day.\"","description":"A Resolution designating April 6, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR108/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=108","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":293098,"bill_number":"HB914","title":"In insurance, further providing for the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, in insurance, further providing for the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB914/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=914","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":293131,"bill_number":"SB728","title":"Designating a bridge on that portion of Interstate 99 in Freedom Township, Blair County, as the Cpl. Harry Raymond Harr Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge on that portion of Interstate 99 in Freedom Township, Blair County, as the Cpl. Harry Raymond Harr Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 70","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB728/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=728","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":293148,"bill_number":"SR50","title":"Designating March 29, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Day\" and congratulating Pennsylvania Farm Bureau members for their contribution to this Commonwealth and to this Commonwealth's agricultural industry.","description":"A Resolution designating March 29, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Day\" and congratulating Pennsylvania Farm Bureau members for their contribution to this Commonwealth and to this Commonwealth's agricultural industry.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR50/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=50","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":293158,"bill_number":"SB726","title":"Further providing for elected officers enumerated, for vacancies in general, for the corporate power of first class townships being vested in the board of township commissioners, for elected officers in townships of the first class and for additions and revisions to duplicates.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, further providing for elected officers enumerated, for vacancies in general, for the corporate power of first class townships being vested in the board of township commissioners, for elected officers in townships of the first class and for additions and revisions to duplicates.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-02","last_action":"Act No. 7","last_action_date":"2012-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB726/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=726","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":293160,"bill_number":"SB731","title":"Further providing for definitions, for games of chance permitted, for prize limits, for insured games, for limited sales, for recordkeeping, for eligible organizations' use of locations for conducting small games of chance, for separate individual prize limitations and for revocation of licenses; providing for licensed establishments; further providing for enforcement, for penalties and for advertising; and providing for transfer from General Fund to State Lottery Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for definitions, for games of chance permitted, for prize limits, for insured games, for limited sales, for recordkeeping, for eligible organizations' use of locations for conducting small games of chance, for separate individual prize limitations and for revocation of licenses; providing for licensed establishments; further providing for enforcement, for penalties and for advertising; and providing for transfer from General Fund to State Lottery Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB731/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=731","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":293190,"bill_number":"HB909","title":"Providing for an exception to the marriage license period for members of the active military, reserves or Pennsylvania National Guard who are currently deployed in an active military operation or emergency.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for an exception to the marriage license period for members of the active military, reserves or Pennsylvania National Guard who are currently deployed in an active military operation or emergency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB909/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=909","sponsor":"Christopher Harris"},
{"bill_id":293200,"bill_number":"SB725","title":"Further providing for officers to be elected, for election of assessors, for filling vacancies in elective borough offices, for powers of assessors and for duplicate assessments.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, further providing for officers to be elected, for election of assessors, for filling vacancies in elective borough offices, for powers of assessors and for duplicate assessments.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB725/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=725","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":293203,"bill_number":"SB709","title":"Further providing for funds of volunteer firefighters' relief associations.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for funds of volunteer firefighters' relief associations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB709/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=709","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":293215,"bill_number":"HR110","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund administered by the Insurance Department.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund administered by the Insurance Department.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR110/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=110","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":293220,"bill_number":"HR109","title":"Designating March 2011 as \"Professional Social Work Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 2011 as \"Professional Social Work Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR109/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=109","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":293233,"bill_number":"SB727","title":"Providing for academic excellence scholarships for persons entering a college or university within this Commonwealth and for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","description":"An Act providing for academic excellence scholarships for persons entering a college or university within this Commonwealth and for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB727/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=727","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":293236,"bill_number":"HB916","title":"Further providing for definitions, for relief from charges from certain employers and for establishment and maintenance of employer's reserve accounts; providing for relief from charges; further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation, for ineligibility for compensation and for rate and amount of compensation; providing for effect of severance pay on wages; further providing for extended benefits program definitions and for rules of procedure; and providing for applicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for definitions, for relief from charges from certain employers and for establishment and maintenance of employer's reserve accounts; providing for relief from charges; further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation, for ineligibility for compensation and for rate and amount of compensation; providing for effect of severance pay on wages; further providing for extended benefits program definitions and for rules of procedure; and providing for applicability.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB916/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=916","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":293252,"bill_number":"SB732","title":"Further providing for definitions, for licensure, for application for license, for issuance of license and for inspections.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, further providing for definitions, for licensure, for application for license, for issuance of license and for inspections.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 122","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB732/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=732","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":293260,"bill_number":"HB922","title":"Providing for recall election of State and local officers, for recall petition process, for review of recall petitions, for recall election and for prohibited practices.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for recall election of State and local officers, for recall petition process, for review of recall petitions, for recall election and for prohibited practices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB922/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=922","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":293265,"bill_number":"HB906","title":"Further providing for definitions, for games of chance permitted, for prize limits, for insured games, for limited sales, for recordkeeping, for eligible organizations' use of locations for conducting small games of chance, for separate individual prize limitations and for revocation of licenses; providing for licensed establishments; further providing for enforcement, for penalties and for advertising; and providing for transfer from General Fund to State Lottery Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for definitions, for games of chance permitted, for prize limits, for insured games, for limited sales, for recordkeeping, for eligible organizations' use of locations for conducting small games of chance, for separate individual prize limitations and for revocation of licenses; providing for licensed establishments; further providing for enforcement, for penalties and for advertising; and providing for transfer from General Fund to State Lottery Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB906/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=906","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":293287,"bill_number":"HB921","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for recall of elected public officers.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for recall of elected public officers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB921/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=921","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":293290,"bill_number":"SR52","title":"Designating March 2011 as \"American Red Cross Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 2011 as \"American Red Cross Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR52/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=52","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":293304,"bill_number":"SB729","title":"Making a supplemental appropriation from the General Fund to the Insurance Department for fiscal year 2010-2011.","description":"An Act making a supplemental appropriation from the General Fund to the Insurance Department for fiscal year 2010-2011.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB729/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=729","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":293305,"bill_number":"HB894","title":"Regulating religious child-care facilities; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act regulating religious child-care facilities; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-02","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-02","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB894/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=894","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":293924,"bill_number":"HB923","title":"Providing limitations on tax abatements and exemptions given by local taxing authorities for residential properties.","description":"An Act providing limitations on tax abatements and exemptions given by local taxing authorities for residential properties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB923/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=923","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":293933,"bill_number":"HB924","title":"Further providing for the offense of institutional sexual assault.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of institutional sexual assault.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB924/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=924","sponsor":"Todd Stephens"},
{"bill_id":294085,"bill_number":"HB925","title":"Further providing for resident license and fee exemptions.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for resident license and fee exemptions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-03","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-03-03","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB925/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=925","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":294095,"bill_number":"HB926","title":"Further providing for application for registration.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for application for registration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB926/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=926","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":294100,"bill_number":"HB927","title":"Regulating child labor; conferring powers and duties on the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Education; imposing penalties; and making a repeal.","description":"An Act regulating child labor; conferring powers and duties on the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Education; imposing penalties; and making a repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB927/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=927","sponsor":"Sheryl Delozier"},
{"bill_id":294230,"bill_number":"HB115","title":"Providing for abuse of office, for false reports and for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for abuse of office, for false reports and for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB115/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=115","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":294404,"bill_number":"HB941","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for the election of the Insurance Commissioner; and further providing for the qualifications thereof.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for the election of the Insurance Commissioner; and further providing for the qualifications thereof.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB941/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=941","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":294637,"bill_number":"HB931","title":"Further providing for salaried mayor not to receive fees and for duties of solicitor and outside counsel.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, further providing for salaried mayor not to receive fees and for duties of solicitor and outside counsel.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB931/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=931","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":294653,"bill_number":"HB932","title":"Further providing for definitions and for athletic trainers.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 5, 1978 (P.L.1109, No.261), known as the Osteopathic Medical Practice Act, further providing for definitions and for athletic trainers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB932/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=932","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":294663,"bill_number":"SB738","title":"In medical education loan assistance, further providing for definitions and for Pennsylvania Medical Education Loan Assistance Program; and establishing a loan forgiveness program for physician assistants.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in medical education loan assistance, further providing for definitions and for Pennsylvania Medical Education Loan Assistance Program; and establishing a loan forgiveness program for physician assistants.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB738/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=738","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":294676,"bill_number":"SB734","title":"Adding a definition of \"registered nurse first assistant\"; and further providing for scope of coverage.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1986 (P.L.1737, No.209), known as the Insurance Payment to Registered Nurse Law, adding a definition of \"registered nurse first assistant\"; and further providing for scope of coverage.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB734/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=734","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":294683,"bill_number":"SB739","title":"Establishing the Mcare Commission.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, establishing the Mcare Commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB739/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=739","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":294685,"bill_number":"HB940","title":"Further providing for exclusions from the sales and use tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for exclusions from the sales and use tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB940/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=940","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":294699,"bill_number":"SB743","title":"In terms and courses of study, further providing for teaching safe driving of motor vehicles.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, further providing for teaching safe driving of motor vehicles.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Act No. 31","last_action_date":"2012-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB743/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=743","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":294714,"bill_number":"HB928","title":"Making an appropriation to the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for the purpose of maintaining service at Presque Isle State Park.","description":"An Act making an appropriation to the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources for the purpose of maintaining service at Presque Isle State Park.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB928/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=928","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":294716,"bill_number":"HR114","title":"Commending Center Rock, Inc., and its owner, Brandon Fisher, for the pivotal role they played in the rescue of the 33 Chilean miners on October 13, 2010, in Copiapo, Chile.","description":"A Resolution commending Center Rock, Inc., and its owner, Brandon Fisher, for the pivotal role they played in the rescue of the 33 Chilean miners on October 13, 2010, in Copiapo, Chile.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR114/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=114","sponsor":"Carl Metzgar"},
{"bill_id":294722,"bill_number":"HB952","title":"In driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for penalties and for Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for penalties and for Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB952/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=952","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":294729,"bill_number":"SB735","title":"Providing for loan forgiveness for certain physicians.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for loan forgiveness for certain physicians.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB735/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=735","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":294731,"bill_number":"HR115","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the fiscal impact of electing the Insurance Commissioner of the Commonwealth by popular vote.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the fiscal impact of electing the Insurance Commissioner of the Commonwealth by popular vote.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR115/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=115","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":294746,"bill_number":"SB733","title":"Providing for responsibility of parents and guardians and for pretrial diversion program.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for responsibility of parents and guardians and for pretrial diversion program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB733/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=733","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":294754,"bill_number":"HB958","title":"Providing for certificate of birth resulting in stillbirth.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 29, 1953 (P.L.304, No.66), known as the Vital Statistics Law of 1953, providing for certificate of birth resulting in stillbirth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB958/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=958","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":294773,"bill_number":"HB938","title":"In personal income tax, establishing and providing for contributions to the Spaying and Neutering Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, establishing and providing for contributions to the Spaying and Neutering Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB938/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=938","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":294794,"bill_number":"HB934","title":"In preliminary provisions, defining \"proof of identification\"; in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, providing for requirements relating to voter identification; in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for applications for official absentee ballots, for approval of application for absentee ballot, for delivering or mailing ballots, for canvassing of official absentee ballots and for public records; and providing for enforcement and for a special procedure at certain elections.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in preliminary provisions, defining \"proof of identification\"; in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, providing for requirements relating to voter identification; in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for applications for official absentee ballots, for approval of application for absentee ballot, for delivering or mailing ballots, for canvassing of official absentee ballots and for public records; and providing for enforcement and for a special procedure at certain elections.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-03-14","last_action":"Act No. 18","last_action_date":"2012-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB934/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=934","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":294802,"bill_number":"SB736","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for registration, qualifications and supervision of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy technician trainees.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 27, 1961 (P.L.1700, No.699), known as the Pharmacy Act, further providing for definitions; and providing for registration, qualifications and supervision of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy technician trainees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB736/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=736","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":294808,"bill_number":"HB949","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for suspension, removal, discipline and other sanctions within the Judiciary, for the Judicial Conduct Board and the Court of Judicial Discipline.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for suspension, removal, discipline and other sanctions within the Judiciary, for the Judicial Conduct Board and the Court of Judicial Discipline.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB949/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=949","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":294815,"bill_number":"HB956","title":"Further providing for a standard of identity for manufactured honey.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 20, 1974 (P.L.537, No.184), referred to as the Honey Sale and Labeling Act, further providing for a standard of identity for manufactured honey.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB956/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=956","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":294820,"bill_number":"HB951","title":"Further providing for the definitions of \"telemarketing\" and \"telephone solicitation call\" and for unlawful acts and penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.911, No.147), known as the Telemarketer Registration Act, further providing for the definitions of \"telemarketing\" and \"telephone solicitation call\" and for unlawful acts and penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB951/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=951","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":294826,"bill_number":"HB948","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for health care services.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for health care services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB948/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=948","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":294829,"bill_number":"HB935","title":"Providing for the possession of firearms in motor vehicles; prohibiting certain acts; imposing duties on employers; and providing for civil immunity under certain circumstances and for enforcement.","description":"An Act providing for the possession of firearms in motor vehicles; prohibiting certain acts; imposing duties on employers; and providing for civil immunity under certain circumstances and for enforcement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB935/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=935","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":294831,"bill_number":"HR113","title":"Designating the month of March 2011 as \"Medical Physicist Awareness and Appreciation Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2011 as \"Medical Physicist Awareness and Appreciation Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR113/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=113","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":294836,"bill_number":"HB936","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, reducing the size of the General Assembly.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, reducing the size of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB936/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=936","sponsor":"Michael Reese"},
{"bill_id":294843,"bill_number":"SB741","title":"Further providing for the offense of accidents involving death or personal injury.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of accidents involving death or personal injury.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB741/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=741","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":294849,"bill_number":"HB944","title":"Providing for the regulation of service voltage.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the regulation of service voltage.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB944/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=944","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":294859,"bill_number":"HB942","title":"Providing for voluntary payroll deduction for political contributions, for regulation of labor organization political contributions, for enforcement and for penalties; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of State.","description":"An Act providing for voluntary payroll deduction for political contributions, for regulation of labor organization political contributions, for enforcement and for penalties; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of State.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB942/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=942","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":294872,"bill_number":"SB748","title":"Further providing for nonmedical good Samaritan civil immunity.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for nonmedical good Samaritan civil immunity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB748/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=748","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":294873,"bill_number":"HB929","title":"Further providing for unfair acts.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 22, 1974 (P.L.589, No.205), known as the Unfair Insurance Practices Act, further providing for unfair acts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB929/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=929","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":294891,"bill_number":"SB740","title":"A Supplement to the act of June 12, 1931 (P.L.575, No.200), entitled \"An act providing for joint action by Pennsylvania and New Jersey in the development of the ports on the lower Delaware River, and the improvement of the facilities for transportation across the river; authorizing the Governor, for these purposes, to enter into an agreement with New Jersey; creating The Delaware River Joint Commission and specifying the powers and duties thereof, including the power to finance projects by the issuance of revenue bonds; transferring to the new commission all the powers of the Delaware River Bridge Joint Commission; and making an appropriation,\" further providing for purposes of commission.","description":"A Supplement to the act of June 12, 1931 (P.L.575, No.200), entitled \"An act providing for joint action by Pennsylvania and New Jersey in the development of the ports on the lower Delaware River, and the improvement of the facilities for transportation across the river; authorizing the Governor, for these purposes, to enter into an agreement with New Jersey; creating The Delaware River Joint Commission and specifying the powers and duties thereof, including the power to finance projects by the issuance of revenue bonds; transferring to the new commission all the powers of the Delaware River Bridge Joint Commission; and making an appropriation,\" further providing for purposes of commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB740/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=740","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":294905,"bill_number":"HB954","title":"Further providing for State Gaming Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, further providing for State Gaming Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 1166","last_action_date":"2011-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB954/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=954","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":294907,"bill_number":"HR116","title":"Congratulating Robert Schnure on his 700th victory as girls' high school basketball coach.","description":"A Resolution congratulating Robert Schnure on his 700th victory as girls' high school basketball coach.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR116/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=116","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":294910,"bill_number":"HB955","title":"In amusements, further providing for transfers from the State Gaming Fund; in Commonwealth services, further providing for the Volunteer Companies Loan Fund; in grants to volunteer fire companies and volunteer services, revising preliminary provisions, revising volunteer fire company grant provisions on establishment, publication and notice, award of grants and consolidation incentive, revising volunteer ambulance service grant provisions on establishment, publication and notice and award of grants; revising grant funding provisions on allocation of appropriations; revising miscellaneous provisions on expiration and specificity; prohibiting transfers from the State Gaming Fund; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Titles 4 (Amusements) and 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in amusements, further providing for transfers from the State Gaming Fund; in Commonwealth services, further providing for the Volunteer Companies Loan Fund; in grants to volunteer fire companies and volunteer services, revising preliminary provisions, revising volunteer fire company grant provisions on establishment, publication and notice, award of grants and consolidation incentive, revising volunteer ambulance service grant provisions on establishment, publication and notice and award of grants; revising grant funding provisions on allocation of appropriations; revising miscellaneous provisions on expiration and specificity; prohibiting transfers from the State Gaming Fund; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB955/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=955","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":294912,"bill_number":"HB957","title":"Providing for refusal of benefits.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, providing for refusal of benefits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB957/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=957","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":294920,"bill_number":"HB930","title":"Further providing for definitions and for athletic trainers.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 20, 1985 (P.L.457, No.112), known as the Medical Practice Act of 1985, further providing for definitions and for athletic trainers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB930/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=930","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":294922,"bill_number":"SB351","title":"In particular rights and immunities, further providing for Good Samaritan civil immunity for use of automated external defibrillator and for nonmedical good Samaritan civil immunity.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in particular rights and immunities, further providing for Good Samaritan civil immunity for use of automated external defibrillator and for nonmedical good Samaritan civil immunity.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 125","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB351/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=351","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":294924,"bill_number":"HR117","title":"Urging the Department of General Services to conduct an energy audit on the buildings within the State Capitol Complex to evaluate energy consumption and identify opportunities for reduced energy use within the complex.","description":"A Resolution urging the Department of General Services to conduct an energy audit on the buildings within the State Capitol Complex to evaluate energy consumption and identify opportunities for reduced energy use within the complex.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR117/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=117","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":294926,"bill_number":"HB953","title":"Further providing for additional powers of certain public utility corporations.","description":"An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for additional powers of certain public utility corporations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB953/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=953","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":294928,"bill_number":"SB742","title":"In reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, providing for growth supplement for 2011-2012 school year; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, providing for growth supplement for 2011-2012 school year; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB742/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=742","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":294933,"bill_number":"HB933","title":"Amending the act of December 18, 1984 (P.L.1004, No.204), entitled \"An act extending benefits to police chiefs or heads of police departments of political subdivisions of the Commonwealth who have been removed from bargaining units by the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board,\" further providing for salary of nonunion police officers.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 1984 (P.L.1004, No.204), entitled \"An act extending benefits to police chiefs or heads of police departments of political subdivisions of the Commonwealth who have been removed from bargaining units by the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board,\" further providing for salary of nonunion police officers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB933/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=933","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":294936,"bill_number":"HB945","title":"Further providing for expiration of authority.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for expiration of authority.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB945/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=945","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":294941,"bill_number":"HB943","title":"In children's health care, further providing for legislative findings and intent, for definitions, for Children's Health Advisory Council and for outreach.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in children's health care, further providing for legislative findings and intent, for definitions, for Children's Health Advisory Council and for outreach.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB943/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=943","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":294942,"bill_number":"SB745","title":"Further providing for contracts, procurement and sale of property and competition in award of contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 5, 1984 (P.L.587, No.119), known as the Rail Freight Preservation and Improvement Act, further providing for contracts, procurement and sale of property and competition in award of contracts.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 71","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB745/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=745","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":294953,"bill_number":"HB950","title":"In management of condominiums, cooperatives and planned communities, further providing for quorums; and providing for management of substantial condominiums, substantial cooperatives and substantial planned communities.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in management of condominiums, cooperatives and planned communities, further providing for quorums; and providing for management of substantial condominiums, substantial cooperatives and substantial planned communities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB950/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=950","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":294957,"bill_number":"SB737","title":"Providing for a memorandum of understanding between the Commonwealth and the United States Department of Justice or Department of Homeland Security.","description":"An Act providing for a memorandum of understanding between the Commonwealth and the United States Department of Justice or Department of Homeland Security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB737/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=737","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":294970,"bill_number":"HB947","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for budget by operation of law.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for budget by operation of law.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB947/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=947","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":294973,"bill_number":"HB939","title":"Further providing for general and specific powers, for gross terminal revenue deductions and for itemized budget reporting.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for general and specific powers, for gross terminal revenue deductions and for itemized budget reporting.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-04","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-03-04","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB939/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=939","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":294995,"bill_number":"SB747","title":"Providing for plumbing contractors licensure; establishing the State Board of Plumbing Contractors and providing for its powers and duties; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; establishing fees, fines and civil penalties; creating the Plumbing Contractors Licensure Account; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for plumbing contractors licensure; establishing the State Board of Plumbing Contractors and providing for its powers and duties; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; establishing fees, fines and civil penalties; creating the Plumbing Contractors Licensure Account; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-25","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB747/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=747","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":295108,"bill_number":"SB751","title":"In juvenile matters, further defining \"dependent child.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juvenile matters, further defining \"dependent child.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB751/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=751","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":295115,"bill_number":"HB960","title":"In public assistance, adding definitions; providing for fraud detection system, for administration of assistance programs and for copayments for subsidized child care; further providing for determination of eligibility; providing for verification system and for eligibility for persons with drug-related felonies; further providing for persons eligible for medical assistance, for medical assistance payments for institutional care, for reimbursement for certain medical assistance items and services, for payments for readmissions to a hospital paid through diagnosis-related groups and for medical assistance benefit packages, coverage, copayments, premiums and rates; in Statewide quality care assessment, further providing for the definition of \"net patient revenue,\" for implementation, for calculation and notice of assessments under certain conditions, for restricted account limitations and for conditions for certain payments; and providing for inmate medical costs.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, adding definitions; providing for fraud detection system, for administration of assistance programs and for copayments for subsidized child care; further providing for determination of eligibility; providing for verification system and for eligibility for persons with drug-related felonies; further providing for persons eligible for medical assistance, for medical assistance payments for institutional care, for reimbursement for certain medical assistance items and services, for payments for readmissions to a hospital paid through diagnosis-related groups and for medical assistance benefit packages, coverage, copayments, premiums and rates; in Statewide quality care assessment, further providing for the definition of \"net patient revenue,\" for implementation, for calculation and notice of assessments under certain conditions, for restricted account limitations and for conditions for certain payments; and providing for inmate medical costs.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 22","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB960/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=960","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":295119,"bill_number":"HB964","title":"Further providing for municipal administration and enforcement.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for municipal administration and enforcement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB964/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=964","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":295127,"bill_number":"HB962","title":"Prohibiting public funding of certain plaques projects.","description":"An Act prohibiting public funding of certain plaques projects.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB962/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=962","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":295130,"bill_number":"HB969","title":"Further providing for Public School Employees' Retirement Board.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Public School Employees' Retirement Board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB969/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=969","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":295137,"bill_number":"SB756","title":"Providing for registration of domestic violence predators; establishing the Domestic Violence Predator Assessment Board; and imposing powers and duties on the Pennsylvania State Police and on the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for registration of domestic violence predators; establishing the Domestic Violence Predator Assessment Board; and imposing powers and duties on the Pennsylvania State Police and on the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB756/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=756","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":295140,"bill_number":"SB754","title":"Further providing for policy, for definitions and for DNA sample; providing for collection from persons accepted from other jurisdictions; and further providing for procedures for withdrawal, collection and transmission of DNA samples and for expungement.","description":"An Act amending Title 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for policy, for definitions and for DNA sample; providing for collection from persons accepted from other jurisdictions; and further providing for procedures for withdrawal, collection and transmission of DNA samples and for expungement.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB754/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=754","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":295155,"bill_number":"SB753","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"child abuse.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the definition of \"child abuse.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB753/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=753","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":295160,"bill_number":"SB746","title":"In realty transfer tax, further providing for definitions, for excluded transactions, for documents relating to associations or corporations and members, partners, stockholders or shareholders thereof and for acquired company; and, in inheritance tax, further providing for transfers not subject to tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in realty transfer tax, further providing for definitions, for excluded transactions, for documents relating to associations or corporations and members, partners, stockholders or shareholders thereof and for acquired company; and, in inheritance tax, further providing for transfers not subject to tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB746/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=746","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":295164,"bill_number":"SB755","title":"Further providing for the defense of insanity.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the defense of insanity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB755/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=755","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":295165,"bill_number":"HB966","title":"Further providing for sales and use tax exclusions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for sales and use tax exclusions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB966/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=966","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":295169,"bill_number":"HB968","title":"In primary and election expenses, further providing for place of filing certain statements and reports.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in primary and election expenses, further providing for place of filing certain statements and reports.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB968/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=968","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":295190,"bill_number":"HB963","title":"In adoption, further providing for original birth record.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in adoption, further providing for original birth record.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB963/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=963","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":295193,"bill_number":"SB744","title":"In consolidated county assessment, further providing for subjects of local taxation, for changes in assessed valuation, for assessment of lands divided by boundary lines and for separate assessment of coal and surface.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in consolidated county assessment, further providing for subjects of local taxation, for changes in assessed valuation, for assessment of lands divided by boundary lines and for separate assessment of coal and surface.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB744/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=744","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":295195,"bill_number":"SB749","title":"Further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines, etc. and for municipal corporation portion of fines, etc.; defining \"interactive wireless communication device\"; further providing for junior driver's license, for learners' permits and for suspension of operating privilege; prohibiting use of interactive wireless communication device; and further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors, for duty of driver in emergency response areas, for accident report forms, for department to compile, tabulate and analyze accident reports, for television equipment, for restraint systems and for applicability and uniformity of title.","description":"An Act amending Titles 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines, etc. and for municipal corporation portion of fines, etc.; defining \"interactive wireless communication device\"; further providing for junior driver's license, for learners' permits and for suspension of operating privilege; prohibiting use of interactive wireless communication device; and further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors, for duty of driver in emergency response areas, for accident report forms, for department to compile, tabulate and analyze accident reports, for television equipment, for restraint systems and for applicability and uniformity of title.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB749/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=749","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":295202,"bill_number":"HB967","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for compensation laws allowed to the General Assembly.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for compensation laws allowed to the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB967/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=967","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":295205,"bill_number":"HR118","title":"Designating the month of March 2011 as \"Certified Athletic Trainer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2011 as \"Certified Athletic Trainer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR118/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=118","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":295219,"bill_number":"HB961","title":"Further providing for driver's license issuance and content and for State and local administration.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for driver's license issuance and content and for State and local administration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB961/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=961","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":295221,"bill_number":"HB959","title":"Providing funding for standards and for implementation of a 211 abbreviated dialing code for information and human services referral telephone service; establishing the 211 Advisory Board; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing funding for standards and for implementation of a 211 abbreviated dialing code for information and human services referral telephone service; establishing the 211 Advisory Board; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB959/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=959","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":295240,"bill_number":"HB965","title":"In primary and election expenses, defining \"prerecorded political message\"; and further providing for advertising.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in primary and election expenses, defining \"prerecorded political message\"; and further providing for advertising.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB965/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=965","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":295243,"bill_number":"SB601","title":"Further providing for definitions, for well permits, for well location restrictions, for protection of fresh groundwater, casing requirements and for protection of water supplies.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for definitions, for well permits, for well location restrictions, for protection of fresh groundwater, casing requirements and for protection of water supplies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB601/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=601","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":295249,"bill_number":"SR54","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the museums in this Commonwealth and research and evaluate how funding and resources are allocated for this Commonwealth's museums.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the museums in this Commonwealth and research and evaluate how funding and resources are allocated for this Commonwealth's museums.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR54/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=54","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":295263,"bill_number":"SB782","title":"Further providing for accidents involving death or personal injury.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for accidents involving death or personal injury.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB782/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=782","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295273,"bill_number":"HB971","title":"Further providing for definitions, for well permits, for well location restrictions, for protection of fresh groundwater and casing requirements and for protection of water supplies; providing for hydraulic fracturing chemicals and surface impoundments, for hydraulic fracture fluids monitoring and for use of surface impoundments for temporary flowback storage; and further providing for bonding, for enforcement orders, for penalties, for civil penalties, for well plugging funds and for local ordinances.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for definitions, for well permits, for well location restrictions, for protection of fresh groundwater and casing requirements and for protection of water supplies; providing for hydraulic fracturing chemicals and surface impoundments, for hydraulic fracture fluids monitoring and for use of surface impoundments for temporary flowback storage; and further providing for bonding, for enforcement orders, for penalties, for civil penalties, for well plugging funds and for local ordinances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB971/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=971","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":295286,"bill_number":"SB780","title":"Authorizing a first responders tax credit for purposes of personal income tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, authorizing a first responders tax credit for purposes of personal income tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB780/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=780","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295290,"bill_number":"SB784","title":"In sentencing, further providing for sentences for offenses committed with firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in sentencing, further providing for sentences for offenses committed with firearms.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB784/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=784","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295296,"bill_number":"HB976","title":"Providing for tax incentives for employers who provide child day-care services for employees.","description":"An Act providing for tax incentives for employers who provide child day-care services for employees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB976/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=976","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":295312,"bill_number":"HB970","title":"Providing for the validity of electronic documents; authorizing county recorders of deeds to receive electronic documents as a means for recording real property; granting powers and duties to the county recorders of deeds; establishing the Electronic Recording Commission; and prescribing standards of uniformity.","description":"An Act providing for the validity of electronic documents; authorizing county recorders of deeds to receive electronic documents as a means for recording real property; granting powers and duties to the county recorders of deeds; establishing the Electronic Recording Commission; and prescribing standards of uniformity.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 100","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB970/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=970","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":295363,"bill_number":"HB1050","title":"Further providing for temporary special aid to school districts suffering loss of tax revenue due to bankruptcy of businesses in the school district; and providing for temporary special aid to school districts suffering loss of payment in lieu of taxes from local sources.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for temporary special aid to school districts suffering loss of tax revenue due to bankruptcy of businesses in the school district; and providing for temporary special aid to school districts suffering loss of payment in lieu of taxes from local sources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1050/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1050","sponsor":"Ted Harhai"},
{"bill_id":295371,"bill_number":"HB975","title":"Providing for a comprehensive interagency plan for child day-care services and early childhood development services and for the powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act providing for a comprehensive interagency plan for child day-care services and early childhood development services and for the powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB975/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=975","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":295387,"bill_number":"SB773","title":"Providing for sentencing for persons convicted of three or more offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for sentencing for persons convicted of three or more offenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB773/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=773","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295391,"bill_number":"SB776","title":"In military leave of absence, further providing for educational leave of absence.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in military leave of absence, further providing for educational leave of absence.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB776/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=776","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295399,"bill_number":"SR55","title":"Recognizing March 10, 2011, as \"World Kidney Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing March 10, 2011, as \"World Kidney Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR55/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=55","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":295408,"bill_number":"SB783","title":"Establishing the Peter Roberto Alert System; providing for certain immunity; and prescribing a penalty.","description":"An Act establishing the Peter Roberto Alert System; providing for certain immunity; and prescribing a penalty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB783/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=783","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295456,"bill_number":"SB770","title":"Providing for supplemental annuities commencing 2012.","description":"An Act amending Titles 24 (Education) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for supplemental annuities commencing 2012.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB770/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=770","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295457,"bill_number":"HB973","title":"Further providing for definitions, for registration districts, local registrars and appointment and removal of and for death and fetal death registration, certificates to be filed; providing for disposition of cremated remains of veterans; and further providing for records and disclosure by local registrars.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 29, 1953 (P.L.304, No.66), known as the Vital Statistics Law of 1953, further providing for definitions, for registration districts, local registrars and appointment and removal of and for death and fetal death registration, certificates to be filed; providing for disposition of cremated remains of veterans; and further providing for records and disclosure by local registrars.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 101","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB973/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=973","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":295460,"bill_number":"HB977","title":"Further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB977/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=977","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":295469,"bill_number":"SB759","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Innocence Inquiry Commission within the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts; and providing for its powers and duties.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Innocence Inquiry Commission within the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts; and providing for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB759/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=759","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295480,"bill_number":"SB787","title":"In theft and related offenses, providing for the offense of theft of controlled substances.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in theft and related offenses, providing for the offense of theft of controlled substances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB787/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=787","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295499,"bill_number":"HB980","title":"Providing for formal recognition by the Governor of Native American bands or clans, nations and tribes indigenous to Pennsylvania; providing for certification of Native American organizations; establishing the Commission on Native American Affairs; conferring powers and duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; and imposing a penalty.","description":"An Act providing for formal recognition by the Governor of Native American bands or clans, nations and tribes indigenous to Pennsylvania; providing for certification of Native American organizations; establishing the Commission on Native American Affairs; conferring powers and duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; and imposing a penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB980/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=980","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":295510,"bill_number":"SR56","title":"Designating the month of March 2011 as \"International DeMolay Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2011 as \"International DeMolay Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR56/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=56","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":295545,"bill_number":"HB946","title":"In general budget implementation, further providing for the State Gaming Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in general budget implementation, further providing for the State Gaming Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Re-committed to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB946/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=946","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":295564,"bill_number":"SB785","title":"Providing for group life insurance to law enforcement officers and for the powers and duties of the Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police.","description":"An Act providing for group life insurance to law enforcement officers and for the powers and duties of the Commissioner of the Pennsylvania State Police.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB785/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=785","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295566,"bill_number":"SB767","title":"Further providing for definitions, for powers of board, for submission of impasse to panel of arbitrators and for certain strikes prohibited.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 23, 1970 (P.L.563, No.195), known as the Public Employe Relations Act, further providing for definitions, for powers of board, for submission of impasse to panel of arbitrators and for certain strikes prohibited.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB767/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=767","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295580,"bill_number":"SB763","title":"Further providing for definitions and for financial and employment interests.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for financial and employment interests.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB763/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=763","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295591,"bill_number":"HR119","title":"Designating the month of March 2011 as \"Hibernian Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2011 as \"Hibernian Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR119/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=119","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":295594,"bill_number":"SB769","title":"Further providing for grounds for disciplinary proceedings.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 27, 1974 (P.L.995, No.326), known as the Veterinary Medicine Practice Act, further providing for grounds for disciplinary proceedings.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB769/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=769","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295618,"bill_number":"SB774","title":"Further providing for sentences for second and subsequent offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sentences for second and subsequent offenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB774/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=774","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295646,"bill_number":"HB978","title":"Authorizing employment of certain persons as drug and alcohol counselors based solely on their previous work or life experience; abrogating a regulation; and making inconsistent repeals.","description":"An Act authorizing employment of certain persons as drug and alcohol counselors based solely on their previous work or life experience; abrogating a regulation; and making inconsistent repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB978/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=978","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":295662,"bill_number":"SB779","title":"Extending the scope of the act to certain school police officers.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 28, 1935 (P.L.477, No.193), referred to as the Enforcement Officer Disability Benefits Law, extending the scope of the act to certain school police officers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB779/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=779","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295685,"bill_number":"SB758","title":"Further providing for grounds for disciplinary proceedings, and for off-premises sales, shows, exhibitions or rallies on Sundays.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.306, No.84), known as the Board of Vehicles Act, further providing for grounds for disciplinary proceedings, and for off-premises sales, shows, exhibitions or rallies on Sundays.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB758/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=758","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295693,"bill_number":"SB771","title":"Providing for safe staffing standards for medical doctor residents working in hospitals and for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for safe staffing standards for medical doctor residents working in hospitals and for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB771/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=771","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295699,"bill_number":"SB777","title":"Amending the act of March 14, 1919 (P.L.18, No.9), entitled \"An act conferring upon judge advocates of the United States Army the powers of notaries public, declaring the effect thereof; validating notarial acts heretofore performed by judge advocates, and declaring the effect thereof,\" providing for applicability, fees, signature and title as prima facia evidence and for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 14, 1919 (P.L.18, No.9), entitled \"An act conferring upon judge advocates of the United States Army the powers of notaries public, declaring the effect thereof; validating notarial acts heretofore performed by judge advocates, and declaring the effect thereof,\" providing for applicability, fees, signature and title as prima facia evidence and for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB777/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=777","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295718,"bill_number":"SB778","title":"Providing for patriotism, citizenship and human rights instruction.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for patriotism, citizenship and human rights instruction.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB778/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=778","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295735,"bill_number":"SB762","title":"Further providing for Category 2 slot machine license and providing for validity of tax settlement and payment in lieu of taxes agreements.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Category 2 slot machine license and providing for validity of tax settlement and payment in lieu of taxes agreements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB762/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=762","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295776,"bill_number":"HB981","title":"In terms and courses of study, providing for violence programs.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, providing for violence programs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB981/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=981","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":295777,"bill_number":"HR121","title":"Recognizing April 2011 as \"Abortion Recovery Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 2011 as \"Abortion Recovery Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR121/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=121","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":295791,"bill_number":"SB788","title":"In theft and related offenses, providing for the offense of theft of prescriptions or prescription order forms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in theft and related offenses, providing for the offense of theft of prescriptions or prescription order forms.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB788/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=788","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295809,"bill_number":"SB761","title":"In table games, further providing for local share assessment.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in table games, further providing for local share assessment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB761/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=761","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295843,"bill_number":"HR120","title":"Recognizing the week of March 13 through 19, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania History Days\" and observing March 14, 2011, as \"Charter Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of March 13 through 19, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania History Days\" and observing March 14, 2011, as \"Charter Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR120/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=120","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":295845,"bill_number":"SB772","title":"In minors, defining the offense of providing minors access to firearms; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in minors, defining the offense of providing minors access to firearms; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB772/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=772","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295859,"bill_number":"SB768","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 27, 1974 (P.L.995, No.326), known as the Veterinary Medicine Practice Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB768/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=768","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295872,"bill_number":"HB979","title":"Requiring landlords to grant medical access; providing for termination of residential leases for terminal or mental illness; and making an inconsistent repeal.","description":"An Act requiring landlords to grant medical access; providing for termination of residential leases for terminal or mental illness; and making an inconsistent repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB979/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=979","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":295884,"bill_number":"SB766","title":"Further providing for death benefit eligibility.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1976 (P.L.424, No.101), referred to as the Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefits Act, further providing for death benefit eligibility.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB766/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=766","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295895,"bill_number":"SB786","title":"In forgery and fraudulent practices, providing for an offense relating to prescriptions and prescription drugs.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in forgery and fraudulent practices, providing for an offense relating to prescriptions and prescription drugs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB786/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=786","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":295970,"bill_number":"HB974","title":"Establishing spending limitations on the Commonwealth; providing for the disposition of surplus funds; establishing the Taxpayer Protection Fund; and repealing provisions of The Fiscal Code relating to the funding of a stabilization reserve.","description":"An Act establishing spending limitations on the Commonwealth; providing for the disposition of surplus funds; establishing the Taxpayer Protection Fund; and repealing provisions of The Fiscal Code relating to the funding of a stabilization reserve.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB974/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=974","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":295980,"bill_number":"SB760","title":"Providing for Commonwealth land.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for Commonwealth land.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB760/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=760","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":296001,"bill_number":"HB972","title":"In Pennsylvania Game Commission, further providing for organization of commission and for meetings of commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Pennsylvania Game Commission, further providing for organization of commission and for meetings of commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB972/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=972","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":296007,"bill_number":"SB764","title":"Further providing for extension for unoccupied parcels.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 6, 1998 (P.L.705, No.92), known as the Keystone Opportunity Zone, Keystone Opportunity Expansion Zone and Keystone Opportunity Improvement Zone Act, further providing for extension for unoccupied parcels.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB764/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=764","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":296015,"bill_number":"SB781","title":"Providing for manufacturing and agriculture tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for manufacturing and agriculture tax credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-07","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB781/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=781","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":296191,"bill_number":"SB810","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to taxation.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to taxation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB810/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=810","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":296209,"bill_number":"SB809","title":"Further providing for subjects of taxation; repealing provisions relating to limitation upon taxation and to valuation of mobilehomes or house trailers; and further providing for recorder of deeds in certain counties to furnish record of conveyances and compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 22, 1933 (P.L.853, No.155), known as The General County Assessment Law, further providing for subjects of taxation; repealing provisions relating to limitation upon taxation and to valuation of mobilehomes or house trailers; and further providing for recorder of deeds in certain counties to furnish record of conveyances and compensation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB809/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=809","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":296272,"bill_number":"SB812","title":"Further providing for gubernatorial appointments.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for gubernatorial appointments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB812/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=812","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":296273,"bill_number":"SB807","title":"In minors, further providing for penalties for selling or furnishing liquor or malt or brewed beverages to minors.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in minors, further providing for penalties for selling or furnishing liquor or malt or brewed beverages to minors.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB807/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=807","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":296274,"bill_number":"SB808","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to taxation.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to taxation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB808/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=808","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":296281,"bill_number":"SB811","title":"Further providing for medical professional liability insurance, for Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund and for actuarial data; and providing for conflict.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, further providing for medical professional liability insurance, for Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund and for actuarial data; and providing for conflict.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB811/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=811","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":296342,"bill_number":"SB806","title":"In preparation for conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for the meeting of election officers on election day.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in preparation for conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for the meeting of election officers on election day.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB806/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=806","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":296358,"bill_number":"HB983","title":"Further providing for the sale of unused and unnecessary lands and buildings; providing for State reimbursement for mobile classroom facilities; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for the sale of unused and unnecessary lands and buildings; providing for State reimbursement for mobile classroom facilities; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB983/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=983","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":296363,"bill_number":"SB790","title":"Further providing for shipment of wine into Commonwealth.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for shipment of wine into Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2012-03-30","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB790/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=790","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":296414,"bill_number":"HB982","title":"Further providing for creditable nonstate service and for contributions for the purchase of credit.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for creditable nonstate service and for contributions for the purchase of credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB982/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=982","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":296441,"bill_number":"SB794","title":"Providing for technology grants for equipment and services.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for technology grants for equipment and services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB794/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=794","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":296525,"bill_number":"HB984","title":"Providing for commission on salaries and benefits for elected officials and duties of commission.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, providing for commission on salaries and benefits for elected officials and duties of commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB984/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=984","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":296599,"bill_number":"SB799","title":"In preliminary provisions, further defining \"motor vehicle\" and \"vehicle\" and defining \"motorized recreational vehicle.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in preliminary provisions, further defining \"motor vehicle\" and \"vehicle\" and defining \"motorized recreational vehicle.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB799/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=799","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":296636,"bill_number":"HR122","title":"Observing the month of March 2011 as \"National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing the month of March 2011 as \"National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR122/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=122","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":296652,"bill_number":"SB798","title":"In grounds and buildings, providing for a prototypical school facility design clearinghouse.","description":"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, providing for a prototypical school facility design clearinghouse.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB798/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=798","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":296663,"bill_number":"HB987","title":"Providing for smoking at certain agricultural fairs.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1986 (P.L.437, No.92), known as the Pennsylvania Agricultural Fair Act, providing for smoking at certain agricultural fairs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB987/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=987","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":296671,"bill_number":"SB805","title":"Further providing for additional publication in legal journals; and providing for electronic publication of legal advertising.","description":"An Act amending Title 45 (Legal Notices) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for additional publication in legal journals; and providing for electronic publication of legal advertising.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB805/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=805","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":296673,"bill_number":"SB793","title":"Providing for reorganization of school districts, for reorganization plans, for exceptions, for transfer of property and assets, for initial board of school directors, for operational date and transfer of authority, for collective bargaining and for powers and duties of the Department of Education; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for reorganization of school districts, for reorganization plans, for exceptions, for transfer of property and assets, for initial board of school directors, for operational date and transfer of authority, for collective bargaining and for powers and duties of the Department of Education; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB793/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=793","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":296683,"bill_number":"SB602","title":"Further providing for bonding.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for bonding.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB602/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=602","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":296689,"bill_number":"HB988","title":"Further providing for site limitation.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1988 (P.L.556, No.101), known as the Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act, further providing for site limitation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB988/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=988","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":296708,"bill_number":"HB986","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of secretary; and providing for reports.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 26, 1971 (P.L.351, No.91), known as the State Lottery Law, further providing for powers and duties of secretary; and providing for reports.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 23","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB986/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=986","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":296715,"bill_number":"SB804","title":"Further providing for additional publication in legal journals; and providing for electronic publication of legal advertising.","description":"An Act amending Title 45 (Legal Notices) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for additional publication in legal journals; and providing for electronic publication of legal advertising.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB804/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=804","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":296724,"bill_number":"SB752","title":"Further providing for Uniform Construction Code Review and Advisory Council, for revised or successor codes and for exemptions.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for Uniform Construction Code Review and Advisory Council, for revised or successor codes and for exemptions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB752/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=752","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":296782,"bill_number":"SR58","title":"Congratulating pitcher Roy Halladay for receiving the 2010 Cy Young Award and for his outstanding season with the Philadelphia Phillies.","description":"A Resolution congratulating pitcher Roy Halladay for receiving the 2010 Cy Young Award and for his outstanding season with the Philadelphia Phillies.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR58/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=58","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":296805,"bill_number":"HB985","title":"Further providing for administration.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 5, 1941 (P.L.752, No.286), known as the Civil Service Act, further providing for administration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB985/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=985","sponsor":"Mark Gillen"},
{"bill_id":296837,"bill_number":"SB800","title":"Further providing for the composition of the State Horse Racing Commission and the State Harness Racing Commission.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1981 (P.L.435, No.135), known as the Race Horse Industry Reform Act, further providing for the composition of the State Horse Racing Commission and the State Harness Racing Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB800/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=800","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":296995,"bill_number":"HB1011","title":"In charter schools, further providing for facilities.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, further providing for facilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1011/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1011","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":296998,"bill_number":"HB1001","title":"Providing for early voting in primaries and elections.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, providing for early voting in primaries and elections.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1001/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1001","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":297003,"bill_number":"SB813","title":"In school districts, further providing for value-added assessment system.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school districts, further providing for value-added assessment system.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB813/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=813","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":297016,"bill_number":"HB150","title":"Providing for a moratorium on leasing State forest lands for the purposes of natural gas exploration, drilling or production; imposing duties on the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources; and providing for report contents and for Legislative Budget and Finance Committee study.","description":"An Act providing for a moratorium on leasing State forest lands for the purposes of natural gas exploration, drilling or production; imposing duties on the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources; and providing for report contents and for Legislative Budget and Finance Committee study.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB150/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=150","sponsor":"Gregory Vitali"},
{"bill_id":297034,"bill_number":"HB998","title":"Further providing for qualifications of judicial officers generally.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for qualifications of judicial officers generally.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB998/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=998","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":297045,"bill_number":"HB1005","title":"Further providing for identification of persons appearing.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 21, 1953 (P.L.1323, No.373), known as The Notary Public Law, further providing for identification of persons appearing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1005/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1005","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":297050,"bill_number":"HB995","title":"Further providing for removals from the police or fire force; and providing for certain incompatible offices.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, further providing for removals from the police or fire force; and providing for certain incompatible offices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB995/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=995","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":297059,"bill_number":"SB797","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities for former officials or employees.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities for former officials or employees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB797/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=797","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":297072,"bill_number":"HB1004","title":"In personal income tax, providing for contributions for sarcoidosis treatment research.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, providing for contributions for sarcoidosis treatment research.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1004/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1004","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":297081,"bill_number":"SB791","title":"Further providing for definitions; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 13, 1980 (P.L.122, No.48), known as the Bluff Recession and Setback Act, further providing for definitions; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 72","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB791/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=791","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":297088,"bill_number":"SB796","title":"Allowing local governments to remove themselves from the jurisdiction of the act; and making repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, allowing local governments to remove themselves from the jurisdiction of the act; and making repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB796/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=796","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":297091,"bill_number":"HB1006","title":"Amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.860, No.303), entitled \"An act to provide for the recording, and notation upon the record of any deed or other recorded instrument, of any judgment or decree affecting such deed or other instrument, and providing that such recording and notation shall be notice of such judgment or decree,\" further providing for recording judgments.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.860, No.303), entitled \"An act to provide for the recording, and notation upon the record of any deed or other recorded instrument, of any judgment or decree affecting such deed or other instrument, and providing that such recording and notation shall be notice of such judgment or decree,\" further providing for recording judgments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1006/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1006","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":297092,"bill_number":"HB997","title":"Further providing for removals, suspensions or reductions in rank of persons employed in police or fire force; and providing for certain incompatible offices.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, further providing for removals, suspensions or reductions in rank of persons employed in police or fire force; and providing for certain incompatible offices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB997/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=997","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":297104,"bill_number":"HB1009","title":"Providing for involuntary commitment of drug-dependent persons.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.221, No.63), known as the Pennsylvania Drug and Alcohol Abuse Control Act, providing for involuntary commitment of drug-dependent persons.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1009/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1009","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":297108,"bill_number":"HB1007","title":"Further providing for functions and duties of the board.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 22, 1970 (P.L.378, No.122), known as the Nursing Home Administrators License Act, further providing for functions and duties of the board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1007/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1007","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":297124,"bill_number":"HB1002","title":"Providing for shareholder vote on corporate political activities, for notification and disclosure of corporate political activities, for certain approvals of corporate political expenditures and for duties of the Department of State and the Department of the Auditor General.","description":"An Act providing for shareholder vote on corporate political activities, for notification and disclosure of corporate political activities, for certain approvals of corporate political expenditures and for duties of the Department of State and the Department of the Auditor General.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1002/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1002","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":297137,"bill_number":"HB996","title":"Amending the act of June 5, 1941 (P.L.84, No.45), entitled \"An act providing for and regulating the appointment, promotion and reduction in rank, suspension and removal of paid members of the police force in boroughs, incorporated towns and townships of the first class maintaining a police force of not less than three members; creating a civil service commission in each borough, incorporated town and township of the first class; defining the duties of such civil service commission; imposing certain duties and expense on boroughs, incorporated towns and townships of the first class; imposing penalties, and repealing inconsistent laws,\" further providing for removals, suspensions or reductions in rank of police officers; and providing for certain incompatible offices.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 5, 1941 (P.L.84, No.45), entitled \"An act providing for and regulating the appointment, promotion and reduction in rank, suspension and removal of paid members of the police force in boroughs, incorporated towns and townships of the first class maintaining a police force of not less than three members; creating a civil service commission in each borough, incorporated town and township of the first class; defining the duties of such civil service commission; imposing certain duties and expense on boroughs, incorporated towns and townships of the first class; imposing penalties, and repealing inconsistent laws,\" further providing for removals, suspensions or reductions in rank of police officers; and providing for certain incompatible offices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB996/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=996","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":297147,"bill_number":"HB989","title":"Further providing for owner's payment obligations and for contractor's and subcontractor's payment obligations.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 17, 1994 (P.L.73, No.7), known as the Contractor and Subcontractor Payment Act, further providing for owner's payment obligations and for contractor's and subcontractor's payment obligations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB989/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=989","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":297150,"bill_number":"HB994","title":"Further providing for qualifications of electors at primaries, for primary voting and party officers and for voting procedure.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for qualifications of electors at primaries, for primary voting and party officers and for voting procedure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB994/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=994","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":297162,"bill_number":"HB993","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for terms of members.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for terms of members.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB993/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=993","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":297179,"bill_number":"HB1014","title":"Designating the bridge that connects South Williamsport to Williamsport, known as the Market Street Bridge, carrying U.S. Route 15 over the Susquehanna River in Loyalsock Township, Lycoming County, as the Carl E. Stotz Memorial Little League Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge that connects South Williamsport to Williamsport, known as the Market Street Bridge, carrying U.S. Route 15 over the Susquehanna River in Loyalsock Township, Lycoming County, as the Carl E. Stotz Memorial Little League Bridge.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1014/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1014","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":297180,"bill_number":"SB789","title":"Further providing for definitions and for establishment and maintenance of employer's reserve accounts; providing for relief from charges; further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation, for ineligibility for compensation and for rate and amount of compensation; providing for effect of severance pay on benefits; and further providing for rules of procedure.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for definitions and for establishment and maintenance of employer's reserve accounts; providing for relief from charges; further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation, for ineligibility for compensation and for rate and amount of compensation; providing for effect of severance pay on benefits; and further providing for rules of procedure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB789/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=789","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":297182,"bill_number":"HB1012","title":"Providing for personal flotation device requirement.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for personal flotation device requirement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1012/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1012","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":297192,"bill_number":"HB1003","title":"In party organization, further providing for definition of political parties and political bodies; and, in nomination of candidates, further providing for nominations by minor political parties and for nominations by political bodies.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in party organization, further providing for definition of political parties and political bodies; and, in nomination of candidates, further providing for nominations by minor political parties and for nominations by political bodies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1003/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1003","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":297195,"bill_number":"HB992","title":"Providing for banning bonuses provided to employees of Commonwealth agencies.","description":"An Act providing for banning bonuses provided to employees of Commonwealth agencies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB992/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=992","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":297215,"bill_number":"HB991","title":"In food protection, further providing for definitions and for license required.","description":"An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in food protection, further providing for definitions and for license required.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB991/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=991","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":297221,"bill_number":"SB750","title":"Extensively revising provisions on anatomical gifts in the areas of authorizations, procedure, amendment, revocation, refusal, receipt, for rights and duties of hospitals and organ procurement organizations, prohibitions, limited immunity, the Governor Robert P. Casey Memorial Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Trust Fund, and providing for contributions to the fund; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, extensively revising provisions on anatomical gifts in the areas of authorizations, procedure, amendment, revocation, refusal, receipt, for rights and duties of hospitals and organ procurement organizations, prohibitions, limited immunity, the Governor Robert P. Casey Memorial Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Trust Fund, and providing for contributions to the fund; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-08","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB750/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=750","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":297236,"bill_number":"HB1010","title":"Further providing for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1010/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1010","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":297243,"bill_number":"HB1013","title":"Further providing for emergency telephone service.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for emergency telephone service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1013/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1013","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":297254,"bill_number":"SB792","title":"Further providing for applicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for applicability.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB792/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=792","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":297255,"bill_number":"HR123","title":"Designating June 5, 2011, as \"Veterans Appreciation Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating June 5, 2011, as \"Veterans Appreciation Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR123/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=123","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":297275,"bill_number":"HB1008","title":"Further providing for unfair and deceptive acts and practices.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 28, 2000 (P.L.23, No.7), known as the Fair Credit Extension Uniformity Act, further providing for unfair and deceptive acts and practices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1008/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1008","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":297293,"bill_number":"HB990","title":"Prohibiting certain contributions by wine and spirit store licensees and affiliated persons.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, prohibiting certain contributions by wine and spirit store licensees and affiliated persons.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB990/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=990","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":297294,"bill_number":"SB795","title":"Excluding political subdivisions from the act; authorizing optional prevailing wage ordinances; and making repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, excluding political subdivisions from the act; authorizing optional prevailing wage ordinances; and making repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB795/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=795","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":297307,"bill_number":"HR124","title":"Appointing a committee and empowering it to make investigation.","description":"A Resolution appointing a committee and empowering it to make investigation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR124/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=124","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":297327,"bill_number":"HB1018","title":"Providing for restitution for false reports to law enforcement authorities; and further providing for false reports to law enforcement authorities.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for restitution for false reports to law enforcement authorities; and further providing for false reports to law enforcement authorities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1018/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1018","sponsor":"Jewell Williams"},
{"bill_id":297460,"bill_number":"SR59","title":"Recognizing the month of March 2011 as \"National Athletic Training Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of March 2011 as \"National Athletic Training Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-03-09","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-03-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR59/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=59","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":297481,"bill_number":"HB1019","title":"Providing for reporting by hospital personnel of suspected abuse.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 6, 1987 (P.L.381, No.79), known as the Older Adults Protective Services Act, providing for reporting by hospital personnel of suspected abuse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1019/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1019","sponsor":"Jewell Williams"},
{"bill_id":297648,"bill_number":"HB1015","title":"Further providing for sale or possession of tobacco by a minor.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sale or possession of tobacco by a minor.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1015/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1015","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":297676,"bill_number":"HB1021","title":"Further providing for sole source procurement and for competitive selection procedures for certain services.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sole source procurement and for competitive selection procedures for certain services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1021/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1021","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":297746,"bill_number":"HR125","title":"Designating April 10, 2011, as \"Familial Dysautonomia Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 10, 2011, as \"Familial Dysautonomia Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR125/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=125","sponsor":"Josh Shapiro"},
{"bill_id":297747,"bill_number":"HB1017","title":"Providing for municipal regulation of the deposit, disposal or land application of biosolid material; and requiring a public referendum under certain circumstances.","description":"An Act providing for municipal regulation of the deposit, disposal or land application of biosolid material; and requiring a public referendum under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1017/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1017","sponsor":"Jerome Knowles"},
{"bill_id":297769,"bill_number":"HB1016","title":"Further providing for judicial salaries, for executive salaries and for legislative salaries.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for judicial salaries, for executive salaries and for legislative salaries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1016/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1016","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":297770,"bill_number":"HB1020","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and for disbursement of fund amounts by agency.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and for disbursement of fund amounts by agency.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1020/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1020","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":298653,"bill_number":"SB820","title":"Further providing for duty of secretary.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for duty of secretary.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-11","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-11","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB820/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=820","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":298669,"bill_number":"SB818","title":"In juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of delinquent child.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of delinquent child.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Act No. 22","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB818/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=818","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":298674,"bill_number":"SB801","title":"In grounds and buildings, further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exceptions; in charter schools, further providing for charter school requirements; in education empowerment, further providing for applicability; in Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, further providing for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance; in State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts; and making a related repeal.","description":"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 work to be done under contract let on bids and exceptions; in charter schools, further providing for charter school requirements; in education empowerment, further providing for applicability; in Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, further providing for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance; in State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-11","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB801/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=801","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":298681,"bill_number":"SB815","title":"Further providing for right to counsel; and providing for right to counsel in dependency and delinquency proceedings.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for right to counsel; and providing for right to counsel in dependency and delinquency proceedings.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-09","last_action":"Act No. 23","last_action_date":"2012-04-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB815/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=815","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":298687,"bill_number":"SB817","title":"In juvenile matters, providing for the use of restraints on children during court proceedings.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juvenile matters, providing for the use of restraints on children during court proceedings.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-29","last_action":"Act No. 56","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB817/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=817","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":298704,"bill_number":"SB757","title":"Requiring forfeiture of salaries for the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Cabinet members and members of the General Assembly for failure to pass a timely budget.","description":"An Act requiring forfeiture of salaries for the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Cabinet members and members of the General Assembly for failure to pass a timely budget.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-11","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-11","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB757/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=757","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":298709,"bill_number":"SB802","title":"In school health services, further defining \"school nurse\" and \"dental hygienist.\"","description":"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 defining \"school nurse\" and \"dental hygienist.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-11","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB802/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=802","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":298731,"bill_number":"SB816","title":"Further providing for the Office of Victim Advocate and for powers and duties of victim advocate.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 24, 1998 (P.L.882, No.111), known as the Crime Victims Act, further providing for the Office of Victim Advocate and for powers and duties of victim advocate.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB816/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=816","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":298748,"bill_number":"SB765","title":"Further defining \"income\" to exclude certain veterans' disability payments.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 26, 1971 (P.L.351, No.91), known as the State Lottery Law, further defining \"income\" to exclude certain veterans' disability payments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-11","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-11","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB765/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=765","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":298848,"bill_number":"SR57","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to reauthorize a provision which would permit states to use toll credits as matching funds with Federal dollars to build highways such as the Appalachian Development Highway System.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to reauthorize a provision which would permit states to use toll credits as matching funds with Federal dollars to build highways such as the Appalachian Development Highway System.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-27","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR57/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=57","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":298854,"bill_number":"SB803","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for publication of notices and proofs of publication.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, further providing for publication of notices and proofs of publication.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-11","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB803/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=803","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":298969,"bill_number":"HB1049","title":"In assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault; and, in enforcement, further providing for interference with officers of the Pennsylvania Game Commission and of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 30 (Fish) and 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault; and, in enforcement, further providing for interference with officers of the Pennsylvania Game Commission and of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1049/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1049","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":298974,"bill_number":"SB840","title":"Exempting certain fuels from certain sale and labeling requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, exempting certain fuels from certain sale and labeling requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB840/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=840","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":298980,"bill_number":"HB1040","title":"Providing for a citizens' constitutional convention, for a referendum on the question and for the nomination and election of delegates; defining the powers and duties of the convention; providing for operation of the convention; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, certain judges of the Commonwealth Court, the State Treasurer, the Auditor General, the Attorney General, officers of the General Assembly, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and county election boards; providing for a referendum on the convention's report; imposing penalties; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for a citizens' constitutional convention, for a referendum on the question and for the nomination and election of delegates; defining the powers and duties of the convention; providing for operation of the convention; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, certain judges of the Commonwealth Court, the State Treasurer, the Auditor General, the Attorney General, officers of the General Assembly, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and county election boards; providing for a referendum on the convention's report; imposing penalties; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1040/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1040","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":298988,"bill_number":"HB1039","title":"In requirements and prohibitions, providing for legislative expense information.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, in requirements and prohibitions, providing for legislative expense information.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1039/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1039","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":298996,"bill_number":"SB826","title":"Adding definitions; and further providing for submission of plans and permits, for permits and licenses required, for granting of permits and licenses and for bonds.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 7, 1980 (P.L.380, No.97), known as the Solid Waste Management Act, adding definitions; and further providing for submission of plans and permits, for permits and licenses required, for granting of permits and licenses and for bonds.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB826/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=826","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":299000,"bill_number":"HB1051","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in game or wildlife protection, further providing for unlawful importation of game or wildlife; in special licenses and permits, further providing for definitions; providing for wildlife classification; further providing for exotic wildlife dealer permit; providing for wildlife possession prohibited; and further providing for exotic wildlife possession permit, for menagerie permit and for exclusions.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in game or wildlife protection, further providing for unlawful importation of game or wildlife; in special licenses and permits, further providing for definitions; providing for wildlife classification; further providing for exotic wildlife dealer permit; providing for wildlife possession prohibited; and further providing for exotic wildlife possession permit, for menagerie permit and for exclusions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1051/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1051","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":299002,"bill_number":"HB1029","title":"Prohibiting the use of name, portrait or picture of a soldier in certain cases.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting the use of name, portrait or picture of a soldier in certain cases.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1029/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1029","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":299004,"bill_number":"HB1052","title":"Establishing an independent informal dispute resolution process for long-term care nursing facilities to dispute Department of Health survey deficiencies; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Health.","description":"An Act establishing an independent informal dispute resolution process for long-term care nursing facilities to dispute Department of Health survey deficiencies; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Health.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 128","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1052/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1052","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":299013,"bill_number":"HB1053","title":"Further providing for the offense of neglect of care-dependent person; and providing for the offense of abuse of care-dependent person.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of neglect of care-dependent person; and providing for the offense of abuse of care-dependent person.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1053/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1053","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":299021,"bill_number":"HB1043","title":"In township supervisors, further providing for compensation of supervisors.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, in township supervisors, further providing for compensation of supervisors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1043/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1043","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":299022,"bill_number":"SB829","title":"Further providing for township manager.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, further providing for township manager.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 74","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB829/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=829","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":299023,"bill_number":"SB830","title":"Providing for the office and powers and duties of a city administrator or manager.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, providing for the office and powers and duties of a city administrator or manager.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 75","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB830/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=830","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":299028,"bill_number":"HB1054","title":"Further providing for continuing professional competency requirements.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 23, 1945 (P.L.913, No.367), known as the Engineer, Land Surveyor and Geologist Registration Law, further providing for continuing professional competency requirements.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Act No. 24","last_action_date":"2012-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1054/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1054","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":299029,"bill_number":"HB1056","title":"Further providing for definitions, for licensure and for State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.306, No.84), known as the Board of Vehicles Act, further providing for definitions, for licensure and for State Board of Vehicle Manufacturers, Dealers and Salespersons.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1056/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1056","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":299031,"bill_number":"HB910","title":"Designating the Pennsylvania Long Rifle as the official firearm of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Piper J-3 Cub as the official State aircraft of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act designating the Pennsylvania Long Rifle as the official firearm of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Piper J-3 Cub as the official State aircraft of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB910/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=910","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":299033,"bill_number":"SB823","title":"In railroads, providing for whistle post signage.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in railroads, providing for whistle post signage.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB823/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=823","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":299048,"bill_number":"SB839","title":"Providing for a State tax credit for personal contributions to certain charitable organizations that provide assistance to the working poor.","description":"An Act providing for a State tax credit for personal contributions to certain charitable organizations that provide assistance to the working poor.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB839/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=839","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":299057,"bill_number":"HB1055","title":"Providing for professional employer organizations.","description":"An Act providing for professional employer organizations.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 102","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1055/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1055","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":299064,"bill_number":"HB1030","title":"Further providing for legislative intent, for consent to HIV-related tests and for counseling.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 29, 1990 (P.L.585, No.148), known as the Confidentiality of HIV-Related Information Act, further providing for legislative intent, for consent to HIV-related tests and for counseling.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1030/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1030","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":299068,"bill_number":"SB824","title":"Providing for blood donation education.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for blood donation education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB824/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=824","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":299069,"bill_number":"HB1035","title":"Further providing for executive sessions.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for executive sessions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1035/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1035","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":299077,"bill_number":"HB1022","title":"In limitation of time, further providing for the period of limitation relating to claims of adverse possession under certain circumstances; and providing for uniform notice, for mesne profits and for reimbursement.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in limitation of time, further providing for the period of limitation relating to claims of adverse possession under certain circumstances; and providing for uniform notice, for mesne profits and for reimbursement.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1022/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1022","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":299078,"bill_number":"SB835","title":"Providing for county administration.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for county administration.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB835/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=835","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":299080,"bill_number":"SR60","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the Pennsylvania Medicaid Estate Recovery Program to determine how much is recovered through the program and if further changes to the system are needed in order to return funding to the Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the Pennsylvania Medicaid Estate Recovery Program to determine how much is recovered through the program and if further changes to the system are needed in order to return funding to the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR60/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=60","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":299081,"bill_number":"HB1036","title":"Further providing for background checks.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for background checks.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1036/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1036","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":299085,"bill_number":"HB1041","title":"Further providing for municipal corporation portion of fines; establishing the Municipal Law Enforcement Accreditation Fund; and further providing for speed timing devices and for State and local powers.","description":"An Act amending Titles 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for municipal corporation portion of fines; establishing the Municipal Law Enforcement Accreditation Fund; and further providing for speed timing devices and for State and local powers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1041/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1041","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":299090,"bill_number":"HB1048","title":"In certificate of title and security interests, providing for transfer of ownership of vehicles used for human habitation.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in certificate of title and security interests, providing for transfer of ownership of vehicles used for human habitation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1048/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1048","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":299098,"bill_number":"HB1046","title":"In general requirements, further providing for well location restrictions and for bonding; and, in miscellaneous provisions, further providing for well plugging funds.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, in general requirements, further providing for well location restrictions and for bonding; and, in miscellaneous provisions, further providing for well plugging funds.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1046/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1046","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":299105,"bill_number":"SB825","title":"Defining \"affected municipality\"; further providing for permit requirements, for powers and duties of the Department of Health and for site limitation; providing for public participation in expansion of existing facilities; further providing for protection of capacity and for host municipality benefit fee; authorizing an affected municipality benefit fee; providing for effect of multiple violations; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1988 (P.L.556, No.101), known as the Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act, defining \"affected municipality\"; further providing for permit requirements, for powers and duties of the Department of Health and for site limitation; providing for public participation in expansion of existing facilities; further providing for protection of capacity and for host municipality benefit fee; authorizing an affected municipality benefit fee; providing for effect of multiple violations; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB825/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=825","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":299122,"bill_number":"HB1037","title":"Further providing for prerelease plans and for parole power.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for prerelease plans and for parole power.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1037/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1037","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":299131,"bill_number":"HR129","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Adopted (202-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR129/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=129","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":299133,"bill_number":"SB822","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB822/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=822","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":299135,"bill_number":"SB834","title":"Adding provisions for required fiscal security through bonding, blanket bonding and insuring of elected and appointed county officers and employees; providing for determining the form, amount and payment of premiums for and the filing and recording of the required security and for the subsequent issuance of official commissions; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 16 (Counties) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, adding provisions for required fiscal security through bonding, blanket bonding and insuring of elected and appointed county officers and employees; providing for determining the form, amount and payment of premiums for and the filing and recording of the required security and for the subsequent issuance of official commissions; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-22","last_action":"Act No. 106","last_action_date":"2011-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB834/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=834","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":299136,"bill_number":"SB836","title":"Further providing for grounds for refusing registration.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for grounds for refusing registration.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB836/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=836","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":299139,"bill_number":"HB1028","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1028/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1028","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":299140,"bill_number":"HB1031","title":"Further providing for the offense of luring a child into a motor vehicle or structure.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of luring a child into a motor vehicle or structure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1031/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1031","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":299141,"bill_number":"HB1045","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in general requirements, providing for the regulation of natural gas compressor stations.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in general requirements, providing for the regulation of natural gas compressor stations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1045/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1045","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":299143,"bill_number":"HR131","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Pennsylvania Community College Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Pennsylvania Community College Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR131/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=131","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":299146,"bill_number":"HR128","title":"Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives, further providing for suspending and changing the rules.","description":"A Resolution amending the Rules of the House of Representatives, further providing for suspending and changing the rules.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR128/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=128","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":299147,"bill_number":"HB1023","title":"Excluding unreimbursed qualified health insurance premium payments from the definition of \"compensation.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, excluding unreimbursed qualified health insurance premium payments from the definition of \"compensation.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1023/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1023","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":299161,"bill_number":"HB1034","title":"Further providing, in retirement systems, for maximum single life annuities.","description":"An Act amending Titles 24 (Education) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing, in retirement systems, for maximum single life annuities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1034/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1034","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":299164,"bill_number":"HB1024","title":"Imposing sanctions and penalties on employers who engage in the unlawful employment of aliens.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, imposing sanctions and penalties on employers who engage in the unlawful employment of aliens.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1024/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1024","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":299167,"bill_number":"HB1038","title":"Further providing for contracts and effect of rescission.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for contracts and effect of rescission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1038/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1038","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":299178,"bill_number":"SB833","title":"In additional coverages, further providing for definitions and for reimbursement.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, in additional coverages, further providing for definitions and for reimbursement.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB833/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=833","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":299187,"bill_number":"HB1057","title":"In hunting and furtaking, further providing for penalties; and, in protection of property and persons, further providing for safety zones.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hunting and furtaking, further providing for penalties; and, in protection of property and persons, further providing for safety zones.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1057/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1057","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":299191,"bill_number":"HB1042","title":"Providing for a Citizens Constitutional Convention on property taxes, for a referendum on the question and for the nomination and election of delegates; defining the powers and duties of the convention; providing for operation of the convention; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, officers of the General Assembly and county election boards; providing for a referendum on the convention's report; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for a Citizens Constitutional Convention on property taxes, for a referendum on the question and for the nomination and election of delegates; defining the powers and duties of the convention; providing for operation of the convention; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, officers of the General Assembly and county election boards; providing for a referendum on the convention's report; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1042/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1042","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":299193,"bill_number":"HR127","title":"Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives, further providing for members' and employees' expenses.","description":"A Resolution amending the Rules of the House of Representatives, further providing for members' and employees' expenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR127/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=127","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":299201,"bill_number":"HB1058","title":"In Commonwealth services, providing for volunteer emergency response personnel.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth services, providing for volunteer emergency response personnel.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1058/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1058","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":299203,"bill_number":"SB837","title":"Further providing for appointment of tax collector in certain cases; providing for requirements of a school district collecting taxes; further providing for bond of appointed collectors; and providing for fair compensation to elected tax collectors.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for appointment of tax collector in certain cases; providing for requirements of a school district collecting taxes; further providing for bond of appointed collectors; and providing for fair compensation to elected tax collectors.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB837/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=837","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":299206,"bill_number":"HB1026","title":"Further providing for oaths and acknowledgments, for senior judge operational support grants and for expiration of provisions relating to access to justice.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for oaths and acknowledgments, for senior judge operational support grants and for expiration of provisions relating to access to justice.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 79","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1026/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1026","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":299208,"bill_number":"HB1047","title":"In planning agencies, further providing for appointment, term and vacancy of planning commission members and for conduct of business of planning commission.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in planning agencies, further providing for appointment, term and vacancy of planning commission members and for conduct of business of planning commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1047/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1047","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":299238,"bill_number":"SB827","title":"Further providing for penalties for exceeding maximum weights.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for penalties for exceeding maximum weights.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB827/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=827","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":299240,"bill_number":"HB1033","title":"Requiring fiscal notes and a continuing study of all legislation, regulations and court decisions having a fiscal impact on public schools; and providing that mandatory educational programs need not be implemented until funding for the cost of the program is provided for by the General Assembly.","description":"An Act requiring fiscal notes and a continuing study of all legislation, regulations and court decisions having a fiscal impact on public schools; and providing that mandatory educational programs need not be implemented until funding for the cost of the program is provided for by the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1033/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1033","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":299250,"bill_number":"HB1027","title":"In trade and commerce, further providing for the offense of trading in motor vehicles and trailers.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in trade and commerce, further providing for the offense of trading in motor vehicles and trailers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1027/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1027","sponsor":"Michael Peifer"},
{"bill_id":299258,"bill_number":"SB828","title":"Further providing for township manager.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, further providing for township manager.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 73","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB828/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=828","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":299259,"bill_number":"HB1044","title":"In pharmaceutical assistance for the elderly, further providing for program generally and for the Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the Elderly Needs Enhancement Tier.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 26, 1971 (P.L.351, No.91), known as the State Lottery Law, in pharmaceutical assistance for the elderly, further providing for program generally and for the Pharmaceutical Assistance Contract for the Elderly Needs Enhancement Tier.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1044/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1044","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":299262,"bill_number":"HR126","title":"Recognizing the unwavering leadership, commitment and trailblazing accomplishments of Ms. Elvetta Gemski, the head coach of the field hockey program at Crestwood High School, who was inducted into the Zag Field Hockey/National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) Hall of Fame on January 8, 2011.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the unwavering leadership, commitment and trailblazing accomplishments of Ms. Elvetta Gemski, the head coach of the field hockey program at Crestwood High School, who was inducted into the Zag Field Hockey/National Field Hockey Coaches Association (NFHCA) Hall of Fame on January 8, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR126/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=126","sponsor":"Gerald Mullery"},
{"bill_id":299270,"bill_number":"HB1025","title":"Further providing for collection of restitution, reparation, fees, costs, fines and penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for collection of restitution, reparation, fees, costs, fines and penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1025/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1025","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":299281,"bill_number":"SB838","title":"In appeals to court, further providing for intervention.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in appeals to court, further providing for intervention.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB838/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=838","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":299282,"bill_number":"HR130","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Esophageal Cancer Awareness and Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Esophageal Cancer Awareness and Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR130/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=130","sponsor":"Donna Oberlander"},
{"bill_id":299283,"bill_number":"SB841","title":"In registration of vehicles, providing for Pennsylvania Treasure History plates.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, providing for Pennsylvania Treasure History plates.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB841/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=841","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":299298,"bill_number":"SB821","title":"Further defining \"public work.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further defining \"public work.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB821/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=821","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":299302,"bill_number":"HB1032","title":"Further providing for imposition of sales and use tax and imposition of personal income tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for imposition of sales and use tax and imposition of personal income tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1032/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1032","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":299306,"bill_number":"SB831","title":"Further providing for the office of borough manager and for powers and duties of a borough manager.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, further providing for the office of borough manager and for powers and duties of a borough manager.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB831/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=831","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":299310,"bill_number":"SB832","title":"Amending the act of May 24, 1956 (1955, P.L.1674, No.566), entitled \"An act authorizing council of any incorporated town to create the office of town manager, and prescribe his powers and duties,\" further providing for the office of town manager and for powers and duties of a town manager.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 24, 1956 (1955, P.L.1674, No.566), entitled \"An act authorizing council of any incorporated town to create the office of town manager, and prescribe his powers and duties,\" further providing for the office of town manager and for powers and duties of a town manager.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB832/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=832","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":299347,"bill_number":"HB50","title":"Providing that employment shall not be conditional upon membership or nonmembership in, nor upon the payment or nonpayment of money to, a labor organization; and providing for bargaining, penalties and remedies.","description":"An Act providing that employment shall not be conditional upon membership or nonmembership in, nor upon the payment or nonpayment of money to, a labor organization; and providing for bargaining, penalties and remedies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 1440","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB50/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=50","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":300123,"bill_number":"SR90","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Pennsylvania One Call System Month.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Pennsylvania One Call System Month.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR90/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=90","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":300144,"bill_number":"SB911","title":"Further providing for adoption of preliminary budget proposals and for public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for adoption of preliminary budget proposals and for public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-30","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB911/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=911","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":300191,"bill_number":"HR198","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the feasibility of a four-day workweek for State employees.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the feasibility of a four-day workweek for State employees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR198/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=198","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":300254,"bill_number":"HB1121","title":"Providing for the offense of recruiting criminal gang members and for sentencing for offenses committed in association with a criminal gang.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the offense of recruiting criminal gang members and for sentencing for offenses committed in association with a criminal gang.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Act No. 200","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1121/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1121","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":300270,"bill_number":"HB1340","title":"Designating the Harley-Davidson motorcycle as the official State motorcycle of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act designating the Harley-Davidson motorcycle as the official State motorcycle of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1340/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1340","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":300275,"bill_number":"HB1163","title":"Providing for duties of oil and gas well operators, for notice of operations and surface use and compensation agreement, for entry without surface use compensation agreement, for restriction on issuance of permits for wells, for attorney fees and costs and for emergency situations.","description":"An Act providing for duties of oil and gas well operators, for notice of operations and surface use and compensation agreement, for entry without surface use compensation agreement, for restriction on issuance of permits for wells, for attorney fees and costs and for emergency situations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1163/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1163","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":300464,"bill_number":"HB1167","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for contributions for military family relief assistance and for operational provisions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for contributions for military family relief assistance and for operational provisions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1167/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1167","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":300482,"bill_number":"HR190","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Military Families Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Military Families Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR190/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=190","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":300496,"bill_number":"HB135","title":"Further providing for definitions, for the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, for powers and duties of the commission, for duties of the commission relative to criminal statistics, for duties of public agencies and officers in reporting criminal statistics, for the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Committee, for powers and duties of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Committee, for Targeted Community Revitalization and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee and for powers and duties of Targeted Community Revitalization and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee; and providing for justice reinvestment grants.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 22, 1978 (P.L.1166, No.274), referred to as the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency Law, further providing for definitions, for the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency, for powers and duties of the commission, for duties of the commission relative to criminal statistics, for duties of public agencies and officers in reporting criminal statistics, for the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Committee, for powers and duties of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Committee, for Targeted Community Revitalization and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee and for powers and duties of Targeted Community Revitalization and Crime Prevention Advisory Committee; and providing for justice reinvestment grants.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Act No. 196","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB135/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=135","sponsor":"John Sabatina"},
{"bill_id":300547,"bill_number":"SB918","title":"Further defining \"financial responsibility.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further defining \"financial responsibility.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB918/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=918","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":300556,"bill_number":"HB1302","title":"In pupils and attendance, further providing for penalties for violating compulsory attendance and for suspension of operating privilege.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, further providing for penalties for violating compulsory attendance and for suspension of operating privilege.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1302/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1302","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":300560,"bill_number":"HR167","title":"Honoring Jim Reed for his significant contributions to the City of Philadelphia and the surrounding community.","description":"A Resolution honoring Jim Reed for his significant contributions to the City of Philadelphia and the surrounding community.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR167/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=167","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":300576,"bill_number":"HB1133","title":"In juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of dependent child.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of dependent child.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1133/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1133","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":300596,"bill_number":"HB1080","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1080/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1080","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":300661,"bill_number":"HB1145","title":"Providing for sentences for carrying a firearm without a license.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for sentences for carrying a firearm without a license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1145/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1145","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":300681,"bill_number":"SB919","title":"Further providing for sale or transfer of firearms, for duties of the Pennsylvania State Police and for altering or obliterating marks of identification; and providing for destruction of confiscated or recovered firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sale or transfer of firearms, for duties of the Pennsylvania State Police and for altering or obliterating marks of identification; and providing for destruction of confiscated or recovered firearms.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-30","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB919/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=919","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":300686,"bill_number":"HB1085","title":"Establishing the Clean Transit Program; and providing a transfer of funds from the Oil and Gas Lease Fund to the Department of Environmental Protection for a loan program for the transition of large mass transit bus fleets to compressed natural gas.","description":"An Act establishing the Clean Transit Program; and providing a transfer of funds from the Oil and Gas Lease Fund to the Department of Environmental Protection for a loan program for the transition of large mass transit bus fleets to compressed natural gas.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1085/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1085","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":300705,"bill_number":"SB923","title":"Further providing for powers of an authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, further providing for powers of an authority.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-02","last_action":"Act No. 8","last_action_date":"2012-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB923/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=923","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":300754,"bill_number":"SB949","title":"Providing for physician immunity for disclosure on controlled substances; and further providing for actions on insurance policies.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for physician immunity for disclosure on controlled substances; and further providing for actions on insurance policies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB949/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=949","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":300768,"bill_number":"HB1197","title":"Further providing for unlawful acts and penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.911, No.147), known as the Telemarketer Registration Act, further providing for unlawful acts and penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1197/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1197","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":300815,"bill_number":"HB1272","title":"Further providing for permits.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1971 (P.L.596, No.160), known as the Outdoor Advertising Control Act of 1971, further providing for permits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1272/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1272","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":300819,"bill_number":"HR144","title":"Designating March 21, 2011, as \"World Down Syndrome Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 21, 2011, as \"World Down Syndrome Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR144/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=144","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":300835,"bill_number":"HB1313","title":"Further providing for definitions relating to the hotel occupancy tax; and making certain related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for definitions relating to the hotel occupancy tax; and making certain related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Referred to TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-07","committee":"Tourism & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1313/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1313","sponsor":"Thaddeus Kirkland"},
{"bill_id":300842,"bill_number":"HB1287","title":"Providing for prompt payment of claims.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for prompt payment of claims.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1287/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1287","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":300861,"bill_number":"HR211","title":"Designating the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"Volunteer Appreciation Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"Volunteer Appreciation Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR211/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=211","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":300869,"bill_number":"HR161","title":"Honoring West Philadelphia Catholic High School's 2010 football team for winning the 2010 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Class AA State Football Championship and for being named the Philadelphia Inquirer's 2010 Southeastern Pennsylvania Football Team of the Year.","description":"A Resolution honoring West Philadelphia Catholic High School's 2010 football team for winning the 2010 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Class AA State Football Championship and for being named the Philadelphia Inquirer's 2010 Southeastern Pennsylvania Football Team of the Year.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR161/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=161","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":300904,"bill_number":"HR151","title":"Honoring the life of John J. \"Sonny\" Kovatch, Jr., a pillar of Carbon County.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of John J. \"Sonny\" Kovatch, Jr., a pillar of Carbon County.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR151/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=151","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":300967,"bill_number":"HB1190","title":"Providing for prevailing wages.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 6, 1998 (P.L.705, No.92), known as the Keystone Opportunity Zone, Keystone Opportunity Expansion Zone and Keystone Opportunity Improvement Zone Act, providing for prevailing wages.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1190/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1190","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":300978,"bill_number":"HB1076","title":"Further providing for definitions, for vehicles exempt from registration, for use of farm vehicle plates, for the definition of \"commercial vehicle,\" for general lighting requirements, for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles, for operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection, for securing loads in vehicles, for safety requirements for towed vehicles and for width of vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for vehicles exempt from registration, for use of farm vehicle plates, for the definition of \"commercial vehicle,\" for general lighting requirements, for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles, for operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection, for securing loads in vehicles, for safety requirements for towed vehicles and for width of vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1076/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1076","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":301077,"bill_number":"HB1131","title":"In obstructing governmental operations, further providing for the offense of contraband.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in obstructing governmental operations, further providing for the offense of contraband.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1131/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1131","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":301103,"bill_number":"HB1371","title":"Establishing the Volunteer First Responder Loan Forgiveness Program; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, the State Fire Commissioner and the Director of the Emergency Medical Services Office in the Department of Health.","description":"An Act establishing the Volunteer First Responder Loan Forgiveness Program; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, the State Fire Commissioner and the Director of the Emergency Medical Services Office in the Department of Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1371/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1371","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":301105,"bill_number":"SB916","title":"Further providing for Voting Standards Development Board.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for Voting Standards Development Board.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-05-13","last_action":"Act No. 3","last_action_date":"2011-05-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB916/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=916","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":301182,"bill_number":"HB1195","title":"Providing for ethics standards.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, providing for ethics standards.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1195/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1195","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":301200,"bill_number":"HR189","title":"Recognizing May 2011 as \"Blue Star Mothers of America Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 2011 as \"Blue Star Mothers of America Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR189/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=189","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":301202,"bill_number":"HB1142","title":"Further providing for immunity from liability; and providing for false reports of child abuse.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for immunity from liability; and providing for false reports of child abuse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1142/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1142","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":301231,"bill_number":"HB1186","title":"Further providing for application of part, for definitions, for procurement responsibility, for powers and duties, for Board of Commissioners of Public Grounds and Buildings, for methods of source selection, for competitive sealed bidding, for competitive electronic auction bidding, for competitive sealed proposals, for small procurements, for sole source procurement, for emergency procurement, for multiple awards, for competitive selection procedures for certain services and for selection procedure for insurance and notary bonds; and making a repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for application of part, for definitions, for procurement responsibility, for powers and duties, for Board of Commissioners of Public Grounds and Buildings, for methods of source selection, for competitive sealed bidding, for competitive electronic auction bidding, for competitive sealed proposals, for small procurements, for sole source procurement, for emergency procurement, for multiple awards, for competitive selection procedures for certain services and for selection procedure for insurance and notary bonds; and making a repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1186/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1186","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":301261,"bill_number":"HB1338","title":"In school health services, further providing for definitions; and providing for training of school employees in diabetes care and management and for possession and use of diabetes medication and monitoring equipment.","description":"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; and providing for training of school employees in diabetes care and management and for possession and use of diabetes medication and monitoring equipment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1338/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1338","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":301287,"bill_number":"HB1376","title":"In research and development tax credit, further providing for termination of tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in research and development tax credit, further providing for termination of tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1376/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1376","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":301318,"bill_number":"HB1217","title":"Providing for a mental health court division.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a mental health court division.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1217/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1217","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":301330,"bill_number":"SB861","title":"Providing for the exclusion of veterans' disability benefits as eligible income.","description":"An Act providing for the exclusion of veterans' disability benefits as eligible income.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB861/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=861","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":301549,"bill_number":"HB1150","title":"Providing for communications.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for communications.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1150/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1150","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":301554,"bill_number":"HB1097","title":"Further providing for definitions, for application for bonus, for United States Merchant Marine World War II Veterans' Bonus Fund and for expiration.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 2006 (P.L.67, No.22), known as the Merchant Marine World War II Veterans Bonus Act, further providing for definitions, for application for bonus, for United States Merchant Marine World War II Veterans' Bonus Fund and for expiration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1097/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1097","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":301560,"bill_number":"SR87","title":"Recognizing the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"National Volunteer Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"National Volunteer Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR87/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=87","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":301562,"bill_number":"HB1267","title":"In registration of vehicles, further providing for veteran plates and placard.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, further providing for veteran plates and placard.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1267/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1267","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":301600,"bill_number":"HB1196","title":"Providing for a Statewide adult day resource and referral system; establishing a central adult day services database; and imposing additional responsibilities upon the Department of Aging.","description":"An Act providing for a Statewide adult day resource and referral system; establishing a central adult day services database; and imposing additional responsibilities upon the Department of Aging.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1196/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1196","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":301643,"bill_number":"HB469","title":"Further providing for violations.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 2, 1956 (1955 P.L.1211, No.376), known as the Practical Nurse Law, further providing for violations.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Act No. 34","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB469/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=469","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":301655,"bill_number":"SB966","title":"Selecting, designating and adopting the timber rattlesnake as the official reptile of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act selecting, designating and adopting the timber rattlesnake as the official reptile of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB966/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=966","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":301659,"bill_number":"HB131","title":"Establishing the Commission on Realignment and Restructuring of State Government within the Office of the Governor; and providing for the composition, powers and duties and expiration of the commission.","description":"An Act establishing the Commission on Realignment and Restructuring of State Government within the Office of the Governor; and providing for the composition, powers and duties and expiration of the commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB131/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=131","sponsor":"Margo Davidson"},
{"bill_id":301676,"bill_number":"HB1276","title":"Further providing for requirements for natural gas suppliers and for requirements for electric generation suppliers.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for requirements for natural gas suppliers and for requirements for electric generation suppliers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1276/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1276","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":301779,"bill_number":"SR66","title":"Honoring the 175th anniversary of Monroe County on April 1, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring the 175th anniversary of Monroe County on April 1, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR66/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=66","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":301908,"bill_number":"SB850","title":"In authorized disposition of offenders, further providing for sentence for murder, murder of unborn child and murder of law enforcement officer and providing for sentence of persons under the age of 18 for murder, murder of an unborn child and murder of a law enforcement officer; in criminal history record information, further providing for expungement and for juvenile records; and providing for crime victims; in juvenile matters, further providing for short title and purposes of chapter, for definitions, for scope, for inspection of court files and records and for conduct of hearings; in sentencing, providing for sentencing for certain murders of infant persons and for sentences for second and subsequent offenses; in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, further providing for parole procedure.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 61 (Prisons and Parole), of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in authorized disposition of offenders, further providing for sentence for murder, murder of unborn child and murder of law enforcement officer and providing for sentence of persons under the age of 18 for murder, murder of an unborn child and murder of a law enforcement officer; in criminal history record information, further providing for expungement and for juvenile records; and providing for crime victims; in juvenile matters, further providing for short title and purposes of chapter, for definitions, for scope, for inspection of court files and records and for conduct of hearings; in sentencing, providing for sentencing for certain murders of infant persons and for sentences for second and subsequent offenses; in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, further providing for parole procedure.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Act No. 204","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB850/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=850","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":301917,"bill_number":"HR232","title":"Congratulating Scott Township in Allegheny County on its 150th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution congratulating Scott Township in Allegheny County on its 150th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR232/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=232","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":302004,"bill_number":"SB775","title":"In DNA data and testing, further providing for policy, for definitions, for powers and duties of State Police, for State DNA Data Base, for State DNA Data Bank, for State Police recommendation of additional offenses, for procedural compatibility with FBI and for DNA sample required upon conviction, delinquency adjudication and certain ARD cases; providing for collection from persons accepted from other jurisdictions; further providing for procedures for withdrawal, collection and transmission of DNA samples, for procedures for conduct, disposition and use of DNA analysis, providing for request for modified DNA search; and further providing for DNA data base exchange, for expungement and for mandatory cost.","description":"An Act amending Title 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in DNA data and testing, further providing for policy, for definitions, for powers and duties of State Police, for State DNA Data Base, for State DNA Data Bank, for State Police recommendation of additional offenses, for procedural compatibility with FBI and for DNA sample required upon conviction, delinquency adjudication and certain ARD cases; providing for collection from persons accepted from other jurisdictions; further providing for procedures for withdrawal, collection and transmission of DNA samples, for procedures for conduct, disposition and use of DNA analysis, providing for request for modified DNA search; and further providing for DNA data base exchange, for expungement and for mandatory cost.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-06","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":"Rules","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB775/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=775","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":302083,"bill_number":"SB888","title":"In serious traffic offenses, providing for the offense of aggravated assault by vehicle.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in serious traffic offenses, providing for the offense of aggravated assault by vehicle.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB888/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=888","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":302089,"bill_number":"HB1229","title":"Further providing for surcharge.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for surcharge.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1229/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1229","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":302100,"bill_number":"SR63","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Child Abuse Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Child Abuse Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR63/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=63","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":302146,"bill_number":"SB191","title":"Providing for antibullying bill of rights.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for antibullying bill of rights.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB191/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=191","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":302147,"bill_number":"SB924","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, abolishing the office of Lieutenant Governor.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, abolishing the office of Lieutenant Governor.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB924/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=924","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":302148,"bill_number":"SB951","title":"Authorizing disposition of delinquent children to motivational boot camps.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, authorizing disposition of delinquent children to motivational boot camps.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB951/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=951","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":302155,"bill_number":"HB1284","title":"Further providing for limitations of criminal actions.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for limitations of criminal actions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1284/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1284","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":302164,"bill_number":"HB1134","title":"Further providing for educational leave of absence.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for educational leave of absence.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1134/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1134","sponsor":"Adam Ravenstahl"},
{"bill_id":302267,"bill_number":"HB1123","title":"Providing for contracting for State trooper services.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for contracting for State trooper services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1123/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1123","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":302285,"bill_number":"HB1327","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of campus police.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for powers and duties of campus police.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1327/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1327","sponsor":"Mike Carroll"},
{"bill_id":302309,"bill_number":"HB1104","title":"Further providing for firefighter and emergency service training.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for firefighter and emergency service training.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1104/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1104","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":302353,"bill_number":"HB1355","title":"Designating the westbound bridge carrying Interstate 90 over Six Mile Creek in Harborcreek Township, Erie County, as the Jarrid L. King Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the westbound bridge carrying Interstate 90 over Six Mile Creek in Harborcreek Township, Erie County, as the Jarrid L. King Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-03-14","last_action":"Act No. 19","last_action_date":"2012-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1355/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1355","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":302356,"bill_number":"HR168","title":"Honoring the life of Wildlife Conservation Officer David L. Grove, who gave his life in service to the Commonwealth on November 11, 2010.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of Wildlife Conservation Officer David L. Grove, who gave his life in service to the Commonwealth on November 11, 2010.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR168/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=168","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":302373,"bill_number":"HR197","title":"Designating the month of June 2011 as \"Dairy Farmers Appreciation Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of June 2011 as \"Dairy Farmers Appreciation Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR197/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=197","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":302464,"bill_number":"SB972","title":"Further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-15","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-04-15","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB972/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=972","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":302475,"bill_number":"HR159","title":"Urging State agencies and communities, businesses and residents of this Commonwealth to adopt zero-waste initiatives.","description":"A Resolution urging State agencies and communities, businesses and residents of this Commonwealth to adopt zero-waste initiatives.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR159/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=159","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":302476,"bill_number":"HB999","title":"Providing for open contracting by the Commonwealth and its political subdivisions and their agencies and authorities.","description":"An Act providing for open contracting by the Commonwealth and its political subdivisions and their agencies and authorities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB999/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=999","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":302558,"bill_number":"SR71","title":"Recognizing the month of April 2011 as \"Multiple Birth Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2011 as \"Multiple Birth Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR71/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=71","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":302642,"bill_number":"HB1253","title":"In reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for State reimbursement for health services.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for State reimbursement for health services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1253/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1253","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":302644,"bill_number":"HR132","title":"Recognizing the week of May 8 through 14, 2011, as \"National Women's Health Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 8 through 14, 2011, as \"National Women's Health Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR132/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=132","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":302696,"bill_number":"SB886","title":"Further providing for shipment of wine into Commonwealth.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for shipment of wine into Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB886/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=886","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":302698,"bill_number":"SB891","title":"Providing for verification of nationality and immigration status.","description":"An Act amending Title 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for verification of nationality and immigration status.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB891/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=891","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":302739,"bill_number":"HB1359","title":"In duties and powers of boards of school directors, providing for school crossing guards.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in duties and powers of boards of school directors, providing for school crossing guards.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1359/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1359","sponsor":"Todd Rock"},
{"bill_id":302740,"bill_number":"SB867","title":"Further providing for definitions, for mandatory and optional membership and for classes of service; and providing for State Legislators' Defined Contribution Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for mandatory and optional membership and for classes of service; and providing for State Legislators' Defined Contribution Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB867/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=867","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":302749,"bill_number":"HB1283","title":"Providing for educational guardianship.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for educational guardianship.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1283/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1283","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":302751,"bill_number":"HB1156","title":"In computer offenses, providing for the offense of phishing and for protection from liability under certain circumstances.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in computer offenses, providing for the offense of phishing and for protection from liability under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1156/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1156","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":302760,"bill_number":"HB1078","title":"Further providing for the Office for Safe Schools; in high schools, providing for wearing of military uniform at graduation ceremony; and, in State Board of Education, further providing for powers and duties of the board.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for the Office for Safe Schools; in high schools, providing for wearing of military uniform at graduation ceremony; and, in State Board of Education, further providing for powers and duties of the board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-08-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1078/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1078","sponsor":"Margo Davidson"},
{"bill_id":302768,"bill_number":"SB952","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing separate and distinct amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, in the legislature, further providing for terms of members for legislative districts.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing separate and distinct amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, in the legislature, further providing for terms of members for legislative districts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB952/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=952","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":302790,"bill_number":"HB1079","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1079/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1079","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":302795,"bill_number":"SB843","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, changing and adding provisions relating to selection of justices and judges.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, changing and adding provisions relating to selection of justices and judges.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB843/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=843","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":302889,"bill_number":"HR222","title":"Recognizing the week beginning May 23, 2011, as \"Small Business Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week beginning May 23, 2011, as \"Small Business Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR222/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=222","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":302932,"bill_number":"HB1234","title":"Further providing for arson endangering property.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for arson endangering property.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1234/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1234","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":302934,"bill_number":"HB1353","title":"Further providing for definitions and for regular payday.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.637, No.329), known as the Wage Payment and Collection Law, further providing for definitions and for regular payday.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1353/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1353","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":302964,"bill_number":"SB894","title":"Further providing for compensation of supervisors.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, further providing for compensation of supervisors.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Act No. 14","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB894/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=894","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":303003,"bill_number":"SB187","title":"Further providing for domestic violence and rape victims services.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for domestic violence and rape victims services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB187/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=187","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":303016,"bill_number":"HR229","title":"Designating May 1, 2011, as \"Loyalty Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 1, 2011, as \"Loyalty Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR229/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=229","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":303045,"bill_number":"HR147","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Pennsylvania One Call System Safe Digging Month.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Pennsylvania One Call System Safe Digging Month.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR147/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=147","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":303070,"bill_number":"HB1329","title":"Raising the threshold for applicability; further providing for specifications and for duty of secretary; and providing for protection of workmen.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, raising the threshold for applicability; further providing for specifications and for duty of secretary; and providing for protection of workmen.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1329/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1329","sponsor":"Frederick Keller"},
{"bill_id":303088,"bill_number":"SB181","title":"Providing for abuse identification training.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for abuse identification training.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB181/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=181","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":303138,"bill_number":"SB936","title":"Providing for certified registered nurse anesthetist, certification requirements, qualifications, renewal of certification, for standards of practice and for professional liability.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 22, 1951 (P.L.317, No.69), known as The Professional Nursing Law, providing for certified registered nurse anesthetist, certification requirements, qualifications, renewal of certification, for standards of practice and for professional liability.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB936/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=936","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":303143,"bill_number":"SB947","title":"Prohibiting employment of illegal aliens; requiring participation in the Basic Pilot Program as a condition for Commonwealth contracts or grants; prohibiting business tax deductions for certain compensation; requiring suspension of licenses, registrations and certificates of incorporation under certain circumstances; and authorizing a private cause of action.","description":"An Act prohibiting employment of illegal aliens; requiring participation in the Basic Pilot Program as a condition for Commonwealth contracts or grants; prohibiting business tax deductions for certain compensation; requiring suspension of licenses, registrations and certificates of incorporation under certain circumstances; and authorizing a private cause of action.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB947/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=947","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":303158,"bill_number":"HB1202","title":"In other offenses, providing for the offense of wireless communications device use while dispensing liquid fuels.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other offenses, providing for the offense of wireless communications device use while dispensing liquid fuels.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1202/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1202","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":303189,"bill_number":"HR192","title":"Recognizing the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as the \"Week of the Young Child\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as the \"Week of the Young Child\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR192/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=192","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":303209,"bill_number":"HB1341","title":"Further providing for funds appropriated to municipalities.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 1, 1956 (1955 P.L.1944, No.655), referred to as the Liquid Fuels Tax Municipal Allocation Law, further providing for funds appropriated to municipalities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1341/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1341","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":303218,"bill_number":"SB904","title":"Further providing for definitions and for concurrent enrollment agreements; repealing provisions relating to charter schools; and providing for charter schools and cyber charter schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for definitions and for concurrent enrollment agreements; repealing provisions relating to charter schools; and providing for charter schools and cyber charter schools.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB904/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=904","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":303245,"bill_number":"SB880","title":"Adding and changing definitions; further providing for the unified judicial system; establishing the appellate division of the Medical Professional Liability Court; further providing for transfers between intermediate appellate courts, for lien of judgments for money, for direct appeals to the Supreme Court from courts of common pleas, for allowance of appeals from Superior Court and Commonwealth Court, for appeals to Superior Court from courts of common pleas, for original jurisdiction of the Commonwealth Court and for appeals to the Commonwealth Court from courts of common pleas; providing for the jurisdiction of the appellate division of the Medical Professional Liability Court and for the organization and jurisdiction of the Medical Professional Liability Court; establishing the Medical Professional Liability Qualifications Commission and prescribing its powers and duties; further providing for selection of judicial officers, for vacancies in judicial offices and for retention election of judicial officers; providing for selection and retention of judges of the Medical Professional Liability Court and for salaries of judges of the Medical Professional Liability Court; establishing the Medical Professional Liability Court Fund and providing for receipts and payments; and further providing for right to appellate review and for appeals generally.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, adding and changing definitions; further providing for the unified judicial system; establishing the appellate division of the Medical Professional Liability Court; further providing for transfers between intermediate appellate courts, for lien of judgments for money, for direct appeals to the Supreme Court from courts of common pleas, for allowance of appeals from Superior Court and Commonwealth Court, for appeals to Superior Court from courts of common pleas, for original jurisdiction of the Commonwealth Court and for appeals to the Commonwealth Court from courts of common pleas; providing for the jurisdiction of the appellate division of the Medical Professional Liability Court and for the organization and jurisdiction of the Medical Professional Liability Court; establishing the Medical Professional Liability Qualifications Commission and prescribing its powers and duties; further providing for selection of judicial officers, for vacancies in judicial offices and for retention election of judicial officers; providing for selection and retention of judges of the Medical Professional Liability Court and for salaries of judges of the Medical Professional Liability Court; establishing the Medical Professional Liability Court Fund and providing for receipts and payments; and further providing for right to appellate review and for appeals generally.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB880/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=880","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":303282,"bill_number":"SB859","title":"Further providing for safe drinking water, for definitions, for powers and duties of the Department of Environmental Protection and for civil and criminal penalties; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1984 (P.L.206, No.43), known as the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act, further providing for safe drinking water, for definitions, for powers and duties of the Department of Environmental Protection and for civil and criminal penalties; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB859/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=859","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":303289,"bill_number":"SB921","title":"Providing for failure to comply with animal abuse registration requirements, for illegal use of animal abuse registry information and for animal abuse registry.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for failure to comply with animal abuse registration requirements, for illegal use of animal abuse registry information and for animal abuse registry.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-30","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB921/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=921","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":303340,"bill_number":"HB1255","title":"Designating the bridge crossing Marsh Creek on Business Route 15, joining Freedom Township and Cumberland Township, Adams County, as the Wildlife Conservation Officer David L. Grove Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge crossing Marsh Creek on Business Route 15, joining Freedom Township and Cumberland Township, Adams County, as the Wildlife Conservation Officer David L. Grove Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 51","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1255/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1255","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":303360,"bill_number":"HB1271","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1271/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1271","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":303406,"bill_number":"HB1081","title":"Providing for service-disabled veteran-owned business participation goals.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for service-disabled veteran-owned business participation goals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1081/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1081","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":303417,"bill_number":"SB863","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of counties.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1988 (P.L.556, No.101), known as the Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act, further providing for powers and duties of counties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB863/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=863","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":303432,"bill_number":"HB1172","title":"Further providing for standardized forms, for applications and for preparation and distribution of applications; and providing for government service facilitation.","description":"An Act amending Title 25 (Elections) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for standardized forms, for applications and for preparation and distribution of applications; and providing for government service facilitation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1172/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1172","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":303458,"bill_number":"HB1185","title":"Providing for a Results-based Accountability Pilot Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a Results-based Accountability Pilot Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1185/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1185","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":303494,"bill_number":"HR220","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"American Stroke Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"American Stroke Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR220/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=220","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":303505,"bill_number":"SB677","title":"Further providing for shared work program.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for shared work program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB677/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=677","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":303668,"bill_number":"HR209","title":"Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Triangle Shirtwaist factory fire of March 25, 1911, in New York City.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Triangle Shirtwaist factory fire of March 25, 1911, in New York City.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR209/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=209","sponsor":"Cherelle Parker"},
{"bill_id":303678,"bill_number":"HB1232","title":"Further providing for automated red light enforcement systems in first class cities, for applicability and uniformity of law and for disposition and use of liquid fuels and fuels tax.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for automated red light enforcement systems in first class cities, for applicability and uniformity of law and for disposition and use of liquid fuels and fuels tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1232/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1232","sponsor":"Richard Geist"},
{"bill_id":303731,"bill_number":"SR82","title":"Designating April 12, 2011, as the \"official\" start of Pennsylvania's commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.","description":"A Resolution designating April 12, 2011, as the \"official\" start of Pennsylvania's commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the Civil War.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR82/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=82","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":303747,"bill_number":"HB1213","title":"Further providing for applications for preferential assessments.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1974 (P.L.973, No.319), known as the Pennsylvania Farmland and Forest Land Assessment Act of 1974, further providing for applications for preferential assessments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1213/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1213","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":303860,"bill_number":"HB1107","title":"Requiring carbon monoxide alarms in facilities serving care-dependent persons; imposing powers and duties on the Departments of Aging, Health and Public Welfare; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act requiring carbon monoxide alarms in facilities serving care-dependent persons; imposing powers and duties on the Departments of Aging, Health and Public Welfare; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1107/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1107","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":303862,"bill_number":"SB679","title":"In corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions, for imposition, for reports and payment and for consolidated reports; and in general provisions, further providing for underpayment of estimated tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions, for imposition, for reports and payment and for consolidated reports; and in general provisions, further providing for underpayment of estimated tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB679/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=679","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":303887,"bill_number":"HR157","title":"Designating March 31, 2011, as \"Helen Phillips CASUAL Day for Colon Cancer Awareness\" in northeastern Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 31, 2011, as \"Helen Phillips CASUAL Day for Colon Cancer Awareness\" in northeastern Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR157/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=157","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":303932,"bill_number":"SB917","title":"Amending the act of July 2, 1993 (P.L.345, No.48), entitled \"An act empowering the General Counsel or his designee to issue subpoenas for certain licensing board activities; providing for hearing examiners in the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs; providing additional powers to the Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs; and further providing for civil penalties and license suspension,\" providing for criminal history record information.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 2, 1993 (P.L.345, No.48), entitled \"An act empowering the General Counsel or his designee to issue subpoenas for certain licensing board activities; providing for hearing examiners in the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs; providing additional powers to the Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs; and further providing for civil penalties and license suspension,\" providing for criminal history record information.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-30","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-30","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB917/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=917","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":303962,"bill_number":"HR182","title":"Honoring the life and contributions of Mrs. Rita Wilson Kane and extending condolences to her family and colleagues.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and contributions of Mrs. Rita Wilson Kane and extending condolences to her family and colleagues.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR182/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=182","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":303983,"bill_number":"HB1282","title":"Providing for a safety performance standard for the manufacture of handguns, for the forfeiture of certain handguns and for enforcement relating to a safety standard for handguns; imposing penalties; and conferring powers and imposing duties on the Pennsylvania State Police.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a safety performance standard for the manufacture of handguns, for the forfeiture of certain handguns and for enforcement relating to a safety standard for handguns; imposing penalties; and conferring powers and imposing duties on the Pennsylvania State Police.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1282/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1282","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":303992,"bill_number":"SB183","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"eligible provider\" in Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for the definition of \"eligible provider\" in Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB183/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=183","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":304070,"bill_number":"SB188","title":"Providing for funding for victims of domestic violence from marriage and divorce fees; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Titles 23 (Domestic Relations) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for funding for victims of domestic violence from marriage and divorce fees; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB188/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=188","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":304080,"bill_number":"HB1247","title":"Prohibiting the retail sale and distribution of novelty lighters; and imposing a penalty.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting the retail sale and distribution of novelty lighters; and imposing a penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1247/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1247","sponsor":"Frank Burns"},
{"bill_id":304098,"bill_number":"SB945","title":"Providing for tax credits to employers against their corporate net income tax liability for hiring employees 55 years of age or older for full-time employment.","description":"An Act providing for tax credits to employers against their corporate net income tax liability for hiring employees 55 years of age or older for full-time employment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB945/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=945","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":304129,"bill_number":"SB879","title":"In limitation of time, providing for limitation for life of victim; and further providing for no limitation applicable and for other offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in limitation of time, providing for limitation for life of victim; and further providing for no limitation applicable and for other offenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB879/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=879","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":304155,"bill_number":"HB1308","title":"Providing for the Consumer Education in Small Face Amount Life Insurance Policies Act.","description":"An Act providing for the Consumer Education in Small Face Amount Life Insurance Policies Act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-07","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1308/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1308","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":304229,"bill_number":"SB876","title":"In minors, providing for the offense of selling or furnishing liquor or malt or brewed beverages to minors resulting in injury or death.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in minors, providing for the offense of selling or furnishing liquor or malt or brewed beverages to minors resulting in injury or death.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB876/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=876","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":304260,"bill_number":"HB1258","title":"In municipal police education and training, further providing for definitions and for powers and duties of the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal police education and training, further providing for definitions and for powers and duties of the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1258/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1258","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":304291,"bill_number":"HB1337","title":"Authorizing the turn back from the Commonwealth to Ward Township, Tioga County, of the road known as Old Possessions Road in Ward Township, Tioga County; and providing for the powers and duties of the Secretary of Conservation and Natural Resources.","description":"An Act authorizing the turn back from the Commonwealth to Ward Township, Tioga County, of the road known as Old Possessions Road in Ward Township, Tioga County; and providing for the powers and duties of the Secretary of Conservation and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 117","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1337/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1337","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":304331,"bill_number":"HB1140","title":"In assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1140/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1140","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":304351,"bill_number":"HB1210","title":"Providing for medical consent for a minor by an adult caregiver.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for medical consent for a minor by an adult caregiver.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1210/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1210","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":304356,"bill_number":"HR191","title":"Designating April 16, 2011, as \"Earth Day--Pennsylvania.\"","description":"A Resolution designating April 16, 2011, as \"Earth Day--Pennsylvania.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR191/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=191","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":304373,"bill_number":"HB1280","title":"Further providing for medical diagnosis; and providing for liability insurance.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 1986 (P.L.2, No.2), known as the Acupuncture Registration Act, further providing for medical diagnosis; and providing for liability insurance.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-02-07","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1280/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1280","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":304380,"bill_number":"SB883","title":"Consolidating provisions on administrative procedure and rulemaking; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 2 (Administrative Law and Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, consolidating provisions on administrative procedure and rulemaking; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-19","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB883/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=883","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":304419,"bill_number":"HR188","title":"Recognizing the month of April 2011 as \"Financial Literacy Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2011 as \"Financial Literacy Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR188/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=188","sponsor":"John Maher"},
{"bill_id":304482,"bill_number":"SB680","title":"Further providing for definitions, for well permits, for well location restrictions and for protection of water supplies; providing for use of surface impoundments for temporary flowback storage; and further providing for well reporting requirements, for bonding, for enforcement orders, for penalties, for civil penalties, for well plugging funds and for local ordinances.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for definitions, for well permits, for well location restrictions and for protection of water supplies; providing for use of surface impoundments for temporary flowback storage; and further providing for well reporting requirements, for bonding, for enforcement orders, for penalties, for civil penalties, for well plugging funds and for local ordinances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB680/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=680","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":304486,"bill_number":"HB1375","title":"Repealing the act of June 13, 1836 (P.L.551, No.169), referred to as the General Road Law.","description":"An Act repealing the act of June 13, 1836 (P.L.551, No.169), referred to as the General Road Law.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1375/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1375","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":304487,"bill_number":"HB1063","title":"Further providing for visual signals and revolving blue lights.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for visual signals and revolving blue lights.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1063/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1063","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":304600,"bill_number":"HB1347","title":"In corporate net income, further providing for the definition of \"taxable income.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in corporate net income, further providing for the definition of \"taxable income.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1347/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1347","sponsor":"Michael Reese"},
{"bill_id":304601,"bill_number":"HB1357","title":"In grounds and buildings, further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception; and, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for approved reimbursable rental for leases hereafter approved and approved reimbursable sinking fund charges on indebtedness and for approved reimbursable annual rental for leases of buildings and facilities for school use.","description":"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 work to be done under contract let on bids and exception; and, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for approved reimbursable rental for leases hereafter approved and approved reimbursable sinking fund charges on indebtedness and for approved reimbursable annual rental for leases of buildings and facilities for school use.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1357/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1357","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":304617,"bill_number":"HB1346","title":"Further providing for well permits and well location restrictions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for well permits and well location restrictions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1346/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1346","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":304639,"bill_number":"HB1099","title":"In size, weight and load, further providing for restrictions on use of highways and bridges.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in size, weight and load, further providing for restrictions on use of highways and bridges.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1099/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1099","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":304643,"bill_number":"HB1126","title":"Providing for restitution for tampering with evidence or public records or information.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for restitution for tampering with evidence or public records or information.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1126/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1126","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":304828,"bill_number":"HB1183","title":"In computer offenses, providing for the offenses of unlawful use of Internet and for unlawful use of computer scrub software; further providing for definitions; in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for registration procedures and applicability; and providing for limited Internet access and for prohibited use of computer scrub software.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in computer offenses, providing for the offenses of unlawful use of Internet and for unlawful use of computer scrub software; further providing for definitions; in registration of sexual offenders, further providing for registration procedures and applicability; and providing for limited Internet access and for prohibited use of computer scrub software.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1183/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1183","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":304837,"bill_number":"SB854","title":"Extending benefits to county correction officers.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 28, 1935 (P.L.477, No.193), referred to as the Enforcement Officer Disability Benefits Law, extending benefits to county correction officers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB854/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=854","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":304860,"bill_number":"SB931","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for personalized firearms; and prohibiting certain sales of firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; providing for personalized firearms; and prohibiting certain sales of firearms.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB931/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=931","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":304868,"bill_number":"HB1164","title":"Further providing for applicability of act.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 2, 2006 (P.L.292, No.65), known as the Organ and Bone Marrow Donor Act, further providing for applicability of act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1164/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1164","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":304878,"bill_number":"SB902","title":"Further providing for the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, further providing for the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB902/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=902","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":304894,"bill_number":"SB927","title":"Authorizing the turn back from the Commonwealth to Ward Township, Tioga County, of the road known as Old Possessions Road in Ward Township, Tioga County; and providing for the powers and duties of the Secretary of Conservation and Natural Resources.","description":"An Act authorizing the turn back from the Commonwealth to Ward Township, Tioga County, of the road known as Old Possessions Road in Ward Township, Tioga County; and providing for the powers and duties of the Secretary of Conservation and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB927/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=927","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":304905,"bill_number":"HB1301","title":"In public assistance, providing for the medical assistance transportation program.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, providing for the medical assistance transportation program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-05-06","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1301/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1301","sponsor":"Donna Oberlander"},
{"bill_id":305043,"bill_number":"HB1177","title":"Selecting, designating and adopting celestite, more commonly known as celestine, as the official State mineral of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act selecting, designating and adopting celestite, more commonly known as celestine, as the official State mineral of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1177/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1177","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":305067,"bill_number":"HB1288","title":"Further providing for prize limits.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for prize limits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1288/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1288","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":305079,"bill_number":"SB969","title":"Further providing for prohibited means of destroying animals, for exclusions, for use of carbon monoxide systems and for use of drugs by humane societies and animal shelters; providing for enforcement; and further providing for penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.303, No.83), referred to as the Animal Destruction Method Authorization Law, further providing for prohibited means of destroying animals, for exclusions, for use of carbon monoxide systems and for use of drugs by humane societies and animal shelters; providing for enforcement; and further providing for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-15","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-04-15","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB969/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=969","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":305102,"bill_number":"HB1310","title":"Further providing for definitions; and limiting number of retail licenses to be issued in each county.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for definitions; and limiting number of retail licenses to be issued in each county.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 149","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1310/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1310","sponsor":"Marcy Toepel"},
{"bill_id":305131,"bill_number":"HB1368","title":"Establishing an energy-efficient home assistance program.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 3, 1959 (P.L.1688, No.621), known as the Housing Finance Agency Law, establishing an energy-efficient home assistance program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1368/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1368","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":305149,"bill_number":"HB1333","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for additions to tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for additions to tax.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1333/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1333","sponsor":"George Dunbar"},
{"bill_id":305164,"bill_number":"SB873","title":"In grounds and buildings, further providing for acquisition and for administration; and providing for lease approval.","description":"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 and for administration; and providing for lease approval.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB873/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=873","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":305181,"bill_number":"HR149","title":"Urging the Citizens' Advisory Committee of the United States Postal Service to issue a United States postal stamp honoring the heroism of the \"Borinqueneers\" of the 65th Infantry Regiment of the United States Army, the only all-Hispanic unit in the history of the United States Army.","description":"A Resolution urging the Citizens' Advisory Committee of the United States Postal Service to issue a United States postal stamp honoring the heroism of the \"Borinqueneers\" of the 65th Infantry Regiment of the United States Army, the only all-Hispanic unit in the history of the United States Army.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR149/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=149","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":305190,"bill_number":"HB1060","title":"In lobbying disclosure, further providing for penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in lobbying disclosure, further providing for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1060/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1060","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":305195,"bill_number":"HB1144","title":"Providing for electronic monitoring in nursing homes, personal care homes and assisted living facilities.","description":"An Act providing for electronic monitoring in nursing homes, personal care homes and assisted living facilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1144/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1144","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":305236,"bill_number":"HR218","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Mental Health Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Mental Health Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR218/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=218","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":305278,"bill_number":"HB1238","title":"Amending the act of December 15, 1955 (P.L.865, No.256), entitled \"An act requiring rents and royalties from oil and gas leases of Commonwealth land to be placed in a special fund to be used for conservation, recreation, dams, and flood control; authorizing the Secretary of Forests and Waters to determine the need for and location of such projects and to acquire the necessary land,\" further providing for the Oil and Gas Lease Fund; providing for reallocation of moneys in fund; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1955 (P.L.865, No.256), entitled \"An act requiring rents and royalties from oil and gas leases of Commonwealth land to be placed in a special fund to be used for conservation, recreation, dams, and flood control; authorizing the Secretary of Forests and Waters to determine the need for and location of such projects and to acquire the necessary land,\" further providing for the Oil and Gas Lease Fund; providing for reallocation of moneys in fund; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1238/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1238","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":305279,"bill_number":"HB1068","title":"Further providing for compensation and expenses of witnesses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for compensation and expenses of witnesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1068/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1068","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":305303,"bill_number":"HR134","title":"Recognizing the right of workers to form a union and collectively bargain with employers; and calling for an end to the war on workers.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the right of workers to form a union and collectively bargain with employers; and calling for an end to the war on workers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR134/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=134","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":305304,"bill_number":"HB1363","title":"Further providing for certain circumstances in which strikes are prohibited, for continuing professional development and for program of continuing professional development.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for certain circumstances in which strikes are prohibited, for continuing professional development and for program of continuing professional development.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 105","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1363/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1363","sponsor":"Kathy Rapp"},
{"bill_id":305329,"bill_number":"HB1136","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1136/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1136","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":305335,"bill_number":"HR163","title":"Congratulating the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs on the 100th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs on the 100th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR163/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=163","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":305362,"bill_number":"HB1250","title":"Providing for certified lifeguards in State parks with public beaches.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 28, 1995 (P.L.89, No.18), known as the Conservation and Natural Resources Act, providing for certified lifeguards in State parks with public beaches.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 1668","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1250/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1250","sponsor":"Susan Helm"},
{"bill_id":305372,"bill_number":"HR221","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR221/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=221","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":305374,"bill_number":"HR184","title":"A Concurrent Resolution applying for an Article V amendments convention related to the Constitution of the United States.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution applying for an Article V amendments convention related to the Constitution of the United States.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR184/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=184","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":305385,"bill_number":"HB1244","title":"Further providing for returns for deceased persons.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for returns for deceased persons.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1244/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1244","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":305419,"bill_number":"SB178","title":"Establishing the Department of Minority and Women Business Development; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, establishing the Department of Minority and Women Business Development; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB178/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=178","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":305442,"bill_number":"SB844","title":"In certification of teachers, further providing for continuing professional education for school or system leaders.","description":"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 continuing professional education for school or system leaders.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-16","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB844/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=844","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":305469,"bill_number":"SR64","title":"Designating April 5, 2011, as \"Pitt Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 5, 2011, as \"Pitt Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR64/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=64","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":305484,"bill_number":"HB1358","title":"In insurance, further providing for the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, in insurance, further providing for the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1358/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1358","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":305496,"bill_number":"SB893","title":"In provisions relating to cities of the first class, providing for purchase of credit for previous government service.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 1984 (P.L.1005, No.205), known as the Municipal Pension Plan Funding Standard and Recovery Act, in provisions relating to cities of the first class, providing for purchase of credit for previous government service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB893/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=893","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":305513,"bill_number":"HB1249","title":"Further defining \"new motor vehicle.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 28, 1984 (P.L.150, No.28), known as the Automobile Lemon Law, further defining \"new motor vehicle.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1249/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1249","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":305598,"bill_number":"HB1062","title":"Further providing for classes of income.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for classes of income.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1062/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1062","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":305628,"bill_number":"HR156","title":"Recognizing the week of March 13 through 19, 2011, as \"Agriculture Week\" and March 15, 2011, as \"Agriculture Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of March 13 through 19, 2011, as \"Agriculture Week\" and March 15, 2011, as \"Agriculture Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR156/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=156","sponsor":"Matthew Bradford"},
{"bill_id":305638,"bill_number":"HB1160","title":"Further providing for tax collection committees.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, further providing for tax collection committees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1160/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1160","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":305652,"bill_number":"HB1061","title":"Further providing, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1061/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1061","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":305780,"bill_number":"HB1173","title":"Further providing for metropolitan transportation authority powers relating to alternative means of raising revenue or reducing expenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for metropolitan transportation authority powers relating to alternative means of raising revenue or reducing expenses.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 49","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1173/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1173","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":305808,"bill_number":"HR216","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Foster Care Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Foster Care Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR216/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=216","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":305809,"bill_number":"HR175","title":"Recognizing April 9 through 17, 2011, as \"National Robotics Week\" in Pennsylvania and recognizing the contributions of Pennsylvanians in the field of robotics.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 9 through 17, 2011, as \"National Robotics Week\" in Pennsylvania and recognizing the contributions of Pennsylvanians in the field of robotics.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR175/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=175","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":305820,"bill_number":"HB1193","title":"Prohibiting certain intimidation and suppression practices in elections; and providing for the powers and duties of the Attorney General.","description":"An Act prohibiting certain intimidation and suppression practices in elections; and providing for the powers and duties of the Attorney General.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1193/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1193","sponsor":"Matthew Bradford"},
{"bill_id":305870,"bill_number":"HB1293","title":"In particular rights and immunities, further providing for nonmedical good Samaritan civil immunity.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in particular rights and immunities, further providing for nonmedical good Samaritan civil immunity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1293/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1293","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":305898,"bill_number":"HR212","title":"Honoring the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, the first college of pharmacy in North America.","description":"A Resolution honoring the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy, the first college of pharmacy in North America.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR212/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=212","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":305900,"bill_number":"HB1067","title":"Further providing for securing loads in vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for securing loads in vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1067/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1067","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":305916,"bill_number":"SB934","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for imposition of income tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for imposition of income tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB934/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=934","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":305939,"bill_number":"HB1256","title":"Providing for a shared work program.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, providing for a shared work program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-01","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-01","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1256/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1256","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":305943,"bill_number":"HB1176","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Chronic Care Commission; and providing for responsibilities and duties of the commission and for duties of the Department of Health.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Chronic Care Commission; and providing for responsibilities and duties of the commission and for duties of the Department of Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1176/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1176","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":305982,"bill_number":"HR196","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Crime Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Crime Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Adopted (200-1)","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR196/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=196","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":306104,"bill_number":"HB52","title":"Eliminating authority for the fair share fee for employees of Commonwealth entities; and relieving certain employee organizations of certain duties and obligations.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, eliminating authority for the fair share fee for employees of Commonwealth entities; and relieving certain employee organizations of certain duties and obligations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB52/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=52","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":306118,"bill_number":"HB1074","title":"Further providing for continuing education.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 2, 1988 (P.L.108, No.22), referred to as the Coroners' Education Board Law, further providing for continuing education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1074/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1074","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":306124,"bill_number":"HR173","title":"Designating April 5, 2011, as \"Pitt Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 5, 2011, as \"Pitt Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR173/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=173","sponsor":"Paul Costa"},
{"bill_id":306166,"bill_number":"HB1178","title":"Further providing for definitions, for license requirements and for disclosure; providing for disclosure to insurer; further providing for general rules and for prohibited practices; and providing for additional prohibited practices and conflicts of interest.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 4, 2002 (P.L.699, No.107), known as the Viatical Settlements Act, further providing for definitions, for license requirements and for disclosure; providing for disclosure to insurer; further providing for general rules and for prohibited practices; and providing for additional prohibited practices and conflicts of interest.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1178/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1178","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":306171,"bill_number":"HB209","title":"Providing for disclosure by school entities of certain interscholastic athletic opportunity information.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for disclosure by school entities of certain interscholastic athletic opportunity information.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB209/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=209","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":306184,"bill_number":"HB1108","title":"Repealing provisions relating to conversion of Interstate 80; and further providing for application to United States Department of Transportation.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, repealing provisions relating to conversion of Interstate 80; and further providing for application to United States Department of Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1108/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1108","sponsor":"Scott Hutchinson"},
{"bill_id":306233,"bill_number":"SR67","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Sexual Assault Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Sexual Assault Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR67/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=67","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":306235,"bill_number":"HB1189","title":"Further defining \"unfair methods of competition\" and \"unfair or deceptive acts or practices.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further defining \"unfair methods of competition\" and \"unfair or deceptive acts or practices.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1189/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1189","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":306328,"bill_number":"HB1148","title":"Providing inmates released from State correctional institutions with access to voter registration materials; and imposing duties on the Department of Corrections.","description":"An Act providing inmates released from State correctional institutions with access to voter registration materials; and imposing duties on the Department of Corrections.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1148/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1148","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":306378,"bill_number":"SB866","title":"In Commonwealth services, further providing for the Volunteer Companies Loan Fund; in grants to volunteer fire companies and volunteer services, further providing for scope of chapter, definitions, establishment and award of grants, providing for additional funding and further providing for allocation of appropriated funds and for expiration of authority; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth services, further providing for the Volunteer Companies Loan Fund; in grants to volunteer fire companies and volunteer services, further providing for scope of chapter, definitions, establishment and award of grants, providing for additional funding and further providing for allocation of appropriated funds and for expiration of authority; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Act No. 78","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB866/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=866","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":306502,"bill_number":"HR225","title":"Urging Pennsylvanians to use the term \"intellectually disabled\" to describe individuals with a mental impairment.","description":"A Resolution urging Pennsylvanians to use the term \"intellectually disabled\" to describe individuals with a mental impairment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR225/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=225","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":306518,"bill_number":"SR62","title":"Recognizing the month of April 2011 as \"Autism Awareness Month\" and April 2, 2011, as \"World Autism Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2011 as \"Autism Awareness Month\" and April 2, 2011, as \"World Autism Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR62/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=62","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":306592,"bill_number":"SB180","title":"Providing for small business reserve.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for small business reserve.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB180/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=180","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":306610,"bill_number":"HB1220","title":"In trade and commerce, prohibiting the sale of food, nonprescription drugs and cosmetics under certain circumstances; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in trade and commerce, prohibiting the sale of food, nonprescription drugs and cosmetics under certain circumstances; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1220/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1220","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":306632,"bill_number":"HB153","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, reducing the size of the General Assembly.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, reducing the size of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB153/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=153","sponsor":"Sam Smith"},
{"bill_id":306633,"bill_number":"SB899","title":"Providing for authorization of development and operation of facilities to improve cost-efficiency in agricultural production or support agricultural marketing or agritourism enterprises on farms and for the establishment of minimum standards for land development and for construction of buildings that support agricultural cost-improvement activities and are used in agricultural marketing and agritourism enterprises; establishing the Farm Enterprise Standards Board and providing for its powers and duties; imposing limitations in local governmental authority; providing for State preemption; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act providing for authorization of development and operation of facilities to improve cost-efficiency in agricultural production or support agricultural marketing or agritourism enterprises on farms and for the establishment of minimum standards for land development and for construction of buildings that support agricultural cost-improvement activities and are used in agricultural marketing and agritourism enterprises; establishing the Farm Enterprise Standards Board and providing for its powers and duties; imposing limitations in local governmental authority; providing for State preemption; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB899/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=899","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":306638,"bill_number":"HB1222","title":"In pupils and attendance, further providing for immunization required and penalty; and requiring children to be tested for diabetes prior to admission.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, further providing for immunization required and penalty; and requiring children to be tested for diabetes prior to admission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1222/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1222","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":306659,"bill_number":"HB1228","title":"Imposing a fee for service on municipalities for patrol services provided by the Pennsylvania State Police; providing for allocation of funds, for fees for intermunicipal police response, for patrol responsibility and for penalties; establishing the Regional Police Assistance Fund and the Cadet Training Fund; providing for powers and duties of the Center for Local Government Services in the Department of Community and Economic Development and the Pennsylvania State Police; and making appropriations.","description":"An Act amending Title 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, imposing a fee for service on municipalities for patrol services provided by the Pennsylvania State Police; providing for allocation of funds, for fees for intermunicipal police response, for patrol responsibility and for penalties; establishing the Regional Police Assistance Fund and the Cadet Training Fund; providing for powers and duties of the Center for Local Government Services in the Department of Community and Economic Development and the Pennsylvania State Police; and making appropriations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1228/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1228","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":306773,"bill_number":"HB1091","title":"Designating a portion of State Route 955 in Lawrence Park Township, Erie County, as the Michael D. Crotty Memorial Parkway.","description":"An Act designating a portion of State Route 955 in Lawrence Park Township, Erie County, as the Michael D. Crotty Memorial Parkway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-29","last_action":"Act No. 53","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1091/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1091","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":306780,"bill_number":"HB1262","title":"Providing for the Civil Service Board of Appeals Act; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for the Civil Service Board of Appeals Act; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1262/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1262","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":306801,"bill_number":"HB1273","title":"In zoning, prohibiting the location of advertising signs in certain locations.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in zoning, prohibiting the location of advertising signs in certain locations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1273/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1273","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":306863,"bill_number":"SB684","title":"Further providing for capital development loans, for loans in distressed communities, for pollution prevention assistance loans and for export financing loans.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for capital development loans, for loans in distressed communities, for pollution prevention assistance loans and for export financing loans.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-30","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-30","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB684/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=684","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":306881,"bill_number":"HB1130","title":"Further providing for seizure and detention of dogs, costs and destruction of dogs.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 7, 1982 (P.L.784, No.225), known as the Dog Law, further providing for seizure and detention of dogs, costs and destruction of dogs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1130/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1130","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":306896,"bill_number":"SB901","title":"Further providing for repayment from probate estates.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for repayment from probate estates.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB901/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=901","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":306907,"bill_number":"HB1236","title":"In fishing licenses, further providing for deployed Pennsylvania National Guard members and for reserve component of armed forces members.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fishing licenses, further providing for deployed Pennsylvania National Guard members and for reserve component of armed forces members.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1236/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1236","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":306924,"bill_number":"HB1326","title":"Further providing for adoption of preliminary budget proposals and for public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes; providing for public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes; and further providing for tax relief.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for adoption of preliminary budget proposals and for public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes; providing for public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes; and further providing for tax relief.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Re-committed to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1326/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1326","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":307001,"bill_number":"HR172","title":"Recognizing April 9, 2011, as \"Martha Dixon Day\" in Pennsylvania, to honor the life of FBI Special Agent Martha Dixon.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 9, 2011, as \"Martha Dixon Day\" in Pennsylvania, to honor the life of FBI Special Agent Martha Dixon.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR172/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=172","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":307022,"bill_number":"HR206","title":"Designating the week of July 24 through July 30, 2011, as \"ADA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of July 24 through July 30, 2011, as \"ADA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR206/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=206","sponsor":"Rosemary Brown"},
{"bill_id":307026,"bill_number":"SB892","title":"Providing for limitations on political contributions by contractors.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for limitations on political contributions by contractors.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB892/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=892","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":307062,"bill_number":"HB1083","title":"Providing for a natural gas fleet vehicle tax credit; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a natural gas fleet vehicle tax credit; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1083/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1083","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":307147,"bill_number":"HB1165","title":"In municipal authorities, further providing for money of authority.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, further providing for money of authority.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1165/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1165","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":307155,"bill_number":"HB1245","title":"Further providing for commemorative service demonstration activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for commemorative service demonstration activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1245/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1245","sponsor":"Duane Milne"},
{"bill_id":307165,"bill_number":"SB946","title":"In registration of vehicles, further providing for department vehicle registration records.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, further providing for department vehicle registration records.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB946/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=946","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":307190,"bill_number":"HR137","title":"Recognizing April 8, 2011, as \"National Start! Walking Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 8, 2011, as \"National Start! Walking Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR137/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=137","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":307192,"bill_number":"HB1110","title":"Establishing a Decoration of Veterans' Graves Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing a Decoration of Veterans' Graves Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1110/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1110","sponsor":"Kathy Rapp"},
{"bill_id":307231,"bill_number":"HR193","title":"Designating the week of April 25 through 29, 2011, as \"Insurance Fraud Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 25 through 29, 2011, as \"Insurance Fraud Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR193/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=193","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":307250,"bill_number":"HB1336","title":"Providing for the definition of \"home improvement retailer\"; and further providing for procedures for registration as a contractor and for prohibited acts.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 17, 2008 (P.L.1645, No.132), known as the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act, providing for the definition of \"home improvement retailer\"; and further providing for procedures for registration as a contractor and for prohibited acts.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 52","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1336/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1336","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":307266,"bill_number":"HB1082","title":"Further providing for petitions to deny parole upon expiration of minimum sentence.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 24, 1998 (P.L.882, No.111), known as the Crime Victims Act, further providing for petitions to deny parole upon expiration of minimum sentence.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1082/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1082","sponsor":"Gerald Mullery"},
{"bill_id":307275,"bill_number":"SR91","title":"Designating April 22, 2011, as \"Earth Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 22, 2011, as \"Earth Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR91/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=91","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":307280,"bill_number":"SR75","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR75/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=75","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":307303,"bill_number":"SR88","title":"Designating April 12, 2011, as \"Temple University Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 12, 2011, as \"Temple University Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR88/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=88","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":307316,"bill_number":"HB1147","title":"Providing for prerelease testing.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for prerelease testing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1147/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1147","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":307372,"bill_number":"SB678","title":"Establishing the Train-to-Work PA Program; granting powers and imposing duties upon the Department of Labor and Industry; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act establishing the Train-to-Work PA Program; granting powers and imposing duties upon the Department of Labor and Industry; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB678/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=678","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":307403,"bill_number":"HB1095","title":"Further providing for health insurance coverage for certain children of insured parents.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, further providing for health insurance coverage for certain children of insured parents.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1095/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1095","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":307415,"bill_number":"HB1059","title":"Further providing for surrender of club licenses for benefit of licensees.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for surrender of club licenses for benefit of licensees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1059/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1059","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":307422,"bill_number":"SB906","title":"Providing for a Statewide moratorium on natural gas drilling in the Marcellus Shale.","description":"An Act providing for a Statewide moratorium on natural gas drilling in the Marcellus Shale.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB906/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=906","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":307437,"bill_number":"HB1297","title":"In public assistance, providing for eligibility for persons with drug-related felonies.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, providing for eligibility for persons with drug-related felonies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1297/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1297","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":307502,"bill_number":"HB1070","title":"Requiring community notification of certain prison projects in cities of the first class.","description":"An Act requiring community notification of certain prison projects in cities of the first class.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1070/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1070","sponsor":"Jewell Williams"},
{"bill_id":307532,"bill_number":"HR177","title":"Requesting the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study county human services program mandate relief.","description":"A Resolution requesting the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study county human services program mandate relief.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR177/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=177","sponsor":"Susan Helm"},
{"bill_id":307534,"bill_number":"SB948","title":"Barring the presence of sexual offenders in protected areas.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, barring the presence of sexual offenders in protected areas.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB948/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=948","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":307541,"bill_number":"HB1208","title":"Regulating cremation.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 14, 1952 (1951 P.L.1898, No.522), known as the Funeral Director Law, regulating cremation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1208/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1208","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":307553,"bill_number":"HR180","title":"Authorizing a study to determine the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of consolidating the State Employees' Retirement System and the Public School Employees' Retirement System into one retirement system for the purposes of providing retirement benefits to both public school and State employees.","description":"A Resolution authorizing a study to determine the feasibility and cost-effectiveness of consolidating the State Employees' Retirement System and the Public School Employees' Retirement System into one retirement system for the purposes of providing retirement benefits to both public school and State employees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR180/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=180","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":307639,"bill_number":"HR158","title":"Recognizing April 6, 2011, as \"National Start! Walking Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 6, 2011, as \"National Start! Walking Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR158/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=158","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":307666,"bill_number":"HB1204","title":"In penalties and disposition of fines, further providing for inability to pay fine and costs.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in penalties and disposition of fines, further providing for inability to pay fine and costs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1204/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1204","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":307704,"bill_number":"HB1124","title":"Further providing for exceptional children, education and training.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for exceptional children, education and training.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1124/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1124","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":307715,"bill_number":"HB1191","title":"Excluding political subdivisions from the act; and authorizing optional prevailing wage ordinances.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, excluding political subdivisions from the act; and authorizing optional prevailing wage ordinances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1191/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1191","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":307721,"bill_number":"HB79","title":"In operation of boats, further providing for operating watercraft under influence of alcohol or controlled substance.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in operation of boats, further providing for operating watercraft under influence of alcohol or controlled substance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB79/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=79","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":307736,"bill_number":"HR226","title":"Designating the week of May 1 through 7, 2011, as \"Drinking Water Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 1 through 7, 2011, as \"Drinking Water Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR226/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=226","sponsor":"Scott Hutchinson"},
{"bill_id":307751,"bill_number":"HB1159","title":"Extensively revising the Uniform Arbitration Act; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, extensively revising the Uniform Arbitration Act; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1159/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1159","sponsor":"Glen Grell"},
{"bill_id":307756,"bill_number":"HB1306","title":"In reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for basic education funding for student achievement; and repealing provisions relating to accountability to Commonwealth taxpayers.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for basic education funding for student achievement; and repealing provisions relating to accountability to Commonwealth taxpayers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1306/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1306","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":307770,"bill_number":"HB1246","title":"Further providing for commemorative service demonstration activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for commemorative service demonstration activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1246/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1246","sponsor":"Marcy Toepel"},
{"bill_id":307797,"bill_number":"HB1127","title":"Providing for indirect criminal contempt for violation of support order.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for indirect criminal contempt for violation of support order.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1127/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1127","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":307802,"bill_number":"HB1231","title":"Further providing for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses, for the definition of \"public venue,\" for public venue licenses, for court jurisdiction on appeals from decision of the board, for hearings before the board and administrative law judges, for revocation of licenses, for increased fines and for renewal of licenses; and providing for licensees engaged in or allowing other businesses on licensed premises.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses, for the definition of \"public venue,\" for public venue licenses, for court jurisdiction on appeals from decision of the board, for hearings before the board and administrative law judges, for revocation of licenses, for increased fines and for renewal of licenses; and providing for licensees engaged in or allowing other businesses on licensed premises.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1231/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1231","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":307817,"bill_number":"HB1111","title":"Further providing, in high schools, for academic degrees.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing, in high schools, for academic degrees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1111/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1111","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":307836,"bill_number":"SR86","title":"Recognizing the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"Library Week 2011\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"Library Week 2011\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR86/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=86","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":307849,"bill_number":"HB1241","title":"Further providing for supervisors.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 2, 1984 (P.L.561, No.112), known as the Pennsylvania Conservation Corps Act, further providing for supervisors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1241/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1241","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":307883,"bill_number":"HB53","title":"Relieving certain employee organizations of certain duties and obligations; and repealing the Public Employee Fair Share Fee Law.","description":"An Act relieving certain employee organizations of certain duties and obligations; and repealing the Public Employee Fair Share Fee Law.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB53/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=53","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":307908,"bill_number":"HB1064","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for election of members, for terms of members, for sessions, for compensation, for Governor's budget and financial plan, for appropriations and for surplus.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for election of members, for terms of members, for sessions, for compensation, for Governor's budget and financial plan, for appropriations and for surplus.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1064/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1064","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":307948,"bill_number":"SB179","title":"Providing for reciprocity of certifications.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for reciprocity of certifications.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB179/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=179","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":308050,"bill_number":"HB1181","title":"Further providing for presentment of negotiable instruments.","description":"An Act amending Title 13 (Commercial Code) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for presentment of negotiable instruments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1181/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1181","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":308093,"bill_number":"HB1289","title":"Providing for sentencing enhancement for trafficking drugs in the presence of a minor.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for sentencing enhancement for trafficking drugs in the presence of a minor.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1289/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1289","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":308101,"bill_number":"HB1269","title":"Providing for a special license plate for recipients of the Silver Star, Bronze Star and Bronze Star for Valor and for special plates for recipients of Distinguished Service Cross, Distinguished Flying Cross, Navy Cross or Air Force Cross.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a special license plate for recipients of the Silver Star, Bronze Star and Bronze Star for Valor and for special plates for recipients of Distinguished Service Cross, Distinguished Flying Cross, Navy Cross or Air Force Cross.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 103","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1269/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1269","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":308110,"bill_number":"SB968","title":"Further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-14","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB968/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=968","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":308219,"bill_number":"HB1090","title":"Further providing for examinations requisite for appointment and promotion, for certification and for selection and appointment of eligibles.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 5, 1941 (P.L.752, No.286), known as the Civil Service Act, further providing for examinations requisite for appointment and promotion, for certification and for selection and appointment of eligibles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1090/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1090","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":308229,"bill_number":"HR139","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to return orphan transportation earmarks to the States.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to return orphan transportation earmarks to the States.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR139/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=139","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":308232,"bill_number":"HR145","title":"Amending House Rule 56.","description":"A Resolution amending House Rule 56.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR145/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=145","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":308239,"bill_number":"HB1291","title":"Further providing for sole source procurement and for emergency procurement.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sole source procurement and for emergency procurement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1291/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1291","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":308289,"bill_number":"HR141","title":"Designating the week of April 4 through 8, 2011, as \"Community Banking Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 4 through 8, 2011, as \"Community Banking Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR141/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=141","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":308295,"bill_number":"SB912","title":"In professional employees, further providing for definitions; and providing for school social workers.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in professional employees, further providing for definitions; and providing for school social workers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-30","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB912/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=912","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":308343,"bill_number":"SR89","title":"Designating the week of May 1 through 7, 2011, as \"Drinking Water Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 1 through 7, 2011, as \"Drinking Water Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR89/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=89","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":308345,"bill_number":"SB930","title":"Providing for victory academies.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for victory academies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB930/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=930","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":308354,"bill_number":"HB1088","title":"Further providing for title of act, for short title, for definitions, for the Alternative Fuels Incentive Fund and for biomass-based diesel production incentives; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 29, 2004 (P.L.1376, No.178), known as the Alternative Fuels Incentive Act, further providing for title of act, for short title, for definitions, for the Alternative Fuels Incentive Fund and for biomass-based diesel production incentives; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1088/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1088","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":308363,"bill_number":"SB884","title":"In Title 15, making extensive revisions, additions and deletions to preliminary material on general provisions; to corporation material on general provisions, on incorporation, on corporate powers, duties and safeguards, on officers, directors and shareholders, on fundamental changes, on registered corporations, on insurance corporations, on foreign business corporations, on incorporation and on foreign nonprofit corporations; to material on limited liability companies; and to material on business trusts; in Title 54, further providing for general provisions and for corporate and other association names; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Titles 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) and 54 (Names) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Title 15, making extensive revisions, additions and deletions to preliminary material on general provisions; to corporation material on general provisions, on incorporation, on corporate powers, duties and safeguards, on officers, directors and shareholders, on fundamental changes, on registered corporations, on insurance corporations, on foreign business corporations, on incorporation and on foreign nonprofit corporations; to material on limited liability companies; and to material on business trusts; in Title 54, further providing for general provisions and for corporate and other association names; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-14","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB884/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=884","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":308417,"bill_number":"HR162","title":"Designating March 25, 2011, as \"Greek Independence Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 25, 2011, as \"Greek Independence Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR162/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=162","sponsor":"Sam Smith"},
{"bill_id":308447,"bill_number":"HR233","title":"Urging the United States Department of the Interior and the United States Environmental Protection Agency not to intervene in state permitting matters and from adopting regulations that unwisely reduce coal production, eliminate mining jobs and weaken the economy.","description":"A Resolution urging the United States Department of the Interior and the United States Environmental Protection Agency not to intervene in state permitting matters and from adopting regulations that unwisely reduce coal production, eliminate mining jobs and weaken the economy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR233/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=233","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":308507,"bill_number":"HB1307","title":"In duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for elementary schools; in school finances, further providing for when district distressed; repealing provisions relating to special board of control, petition and appointments, when no appointment is made and compensation of special board of control; further providing for powers of special board of control and for distress in school districts of the first class; repealing provisions relating to additional tax and to school directors to remain in office and elections; adding provisions relating to school district financial recovery; establishing the Financial Recovery School District Transitional Loan Account; further providing for distress in school districts of the first class; in intermediate units, further providing for subsidies for services and for financial reports; further providing for manner of election or approval; providing for performance review; further providing for election of assistant district superintendents, for term and salary of assistants, for commissions and for removal; in high schools, further providing for attendance in other districts; and providing for wearing of military uniform at graduation ceremony and for superintendents of schools or buildings and of supplies.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for elementary schools; in school finances, further providing for when district distressed; repealing provisions relating to special board of control, petition and appointments, when no appointment is made and compensation of special board of control; further providing for powers of special board of control and for distress in school districts of the first class; repealing provisions relating to additional tax and to school directors to remain in office and elections; adding provisions relating to school district financial recovery; establishing the Financial Recovery School District Transitional Loan Account; further providing for distress in school districts of the first class; in intermediate units, further providing for subsidies for services and for financial reports; further providing for manner of election or approval; providing for performance review; further providing for election of assistant district superintendents, for term and salary of assistants, for commissions and for removal; in high schools, further providing for attendance in other districts; and providing for wearing of military uniform at graduation ceremony and for superintendents of schools or buildings and of supplies.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Act No. 141","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1307/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1307","sponsor":"Duane Milne"},
{"bill_id":308538,"bill_number":"HB1155","title":"Providing for the regulation of senior-specific certifications and professional designations in the sale of life insurance and annuities; authorizing the Insurance Department to promulgate a regulation; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for the regulation of senior-specific certifications and professional designations in the sale of life insurance and annuities; authorizing the Insurance Department to promulgate a regulation; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1155/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1155","sponsor":"Joseph Markosek"},
{"bill_id":308542,"bill_number":"SR65","title":"Amending the Rules of the Senate, providing for affiliation with nonprofit entities.","description":"A Resolution amending the Rules of the Senate, providing for affiliation with nonprofit entities.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-06","last_action":"Adopted (48-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR65/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=65","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":308565,"bill_number":"HB1117","title":"Providing for child firearm safety lock mechanisms.","description":"An Act providing for child firearm safety lock mechanisms.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1117/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1117","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":308607,"bill_number":"HB1109","title":"Providing for the establishment, implementation and administration of a retiree welfare-to-work mentoring demonstration program for certain individuals; and imposing additional powers and duties on the Department of Aging.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment, implementation and administration of a retiree welfare-to-work mentoring demonstration program for certain individuals; and imposing additional powers and duties on the Department of Aging.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1109/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1109","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":308612,"bill_number":"HB1162","title":"Further providing for board members.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1956 (1955 P.L.1414, No.465), known as the Second Class County Port Authority Act, further providing for board members.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1162/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1162","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":308674,"bill_number":"HB1334","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for time for filing returns and for time of payment.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for time for filing returns and for time of payment.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1334/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1334","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":308749,"bill_number":"HR203","title":"Recognizing April 11, 2011, as \"Eat for Peace Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 11, 2011, as \"Eat for Peace Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR203/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=203","sponsor":"Margo Davidson"},
{"bill_id":308780,"bill_number":"HB1192","title":"Further providing for nonmedical good Samaritan civil immunity.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for nonmedical good Samaritan civil immunity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1192/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1192","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":308786,"bill_number":"HB1237","title":"In hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for resident license and fee exemptions.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for resident license and fee exemptions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Act No. 64","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1237/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1237","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":308793,"bill_number":"SB914","title":"Providing for a Postsecondary Education Tuition Reimbursement Program for volunteer firefighters, fire police and emergency services personnel.","description":"An Act providing for a Postsecondary Education Tuition Reimbursement Program for volunteer firefighters, fire police and emergency services personnel.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-30","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB914/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=914","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":308804,"bill_number":"HB1214","title":"Establishing the Adopt-a-River Program; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act establishing the Adopt-a-River Program; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1214/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1214","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":308837,"bill_number":"HB1073","title":"Providing for notifications in connection with the purchase, consumption, possession and transportation of alcoholic beverages by certain students enrolled in institutions of higher education, for enforcement and for a civil penalty.","description":"An Act providing for notifications in connection with the purchase, consumption, possession and transportation of alcoholic beverages by certain students enrolled in institutions of higher education, for enforcement and for a civil penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1073/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1073","sponsor":"Sid Kavulich"},
{"bill_id":308874,"bill_number":"SB994","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-21","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-21","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB994/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=994","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":308964,"bill_number":"SB846","title":"Further providing for sliding scale of rates and adjustments.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sliding scale of rates and adjustments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-16","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-16","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB846/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=846","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":308977,"bill_number":"HR227","title":"Designating May 2011 as \"Bike Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 2011 as \"Bike Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR227/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=227","sponsor":"Richard Geist"},
{"bill_id":308982,"bill_number":"SB682","title":"Providing for the definition of \"small business\"; and further providing for indebtedness and for Second Stage Loan Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the definition of \"small business\"; and further providing for indebtedness and for Second Stage Loan Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB682/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=682","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":309100,"bill_number":"HB1106","title":"Further providing for willful failure to pay support order.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for willful failure to pay support order.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1106/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1106","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":309136,"bill_number":"HB1198","title":"Further providing for failure to vote.","description":"An Act amending Title 25 (Elections) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for failure to vote.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1198/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1198","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":309232,"bill_number":"SR83","title":"Designating April 12, 2011, as \"Equal Pay Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 12, 2011, as \"Equal Pay Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR83/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=83","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":309262,"bill_number":"HB1226","title":"Requiring certain facilities and persons that provide child day care to install video camera surveillance systems; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act requiring certain facilities and persons that provide child day care to install video camera surveillance systems; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1226/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1226","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":309298,"bill_number":"HR234","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Arthritis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Arthritis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR234/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=234","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":309300,"bill_number":"SB922","title":"Further providing for definitions, for State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors, for powers and functions of board, for qualifications for license, for procedures for licensing, for reciprocity and for reinstatement of license; providing for restrictions on use of title \"Licensed Bachelor Social Worker\"; further providing for penalties, for license renewal, records and fees and for unlawful practice.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 1987 (P.L.220, No.39), known as the Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors Act, further providing for definitions, for State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors, for powers and functions of board, for qualifications for license, for procedures for licensing, for reciprocity and for reinstatement of license; providing for restrictions on use of title \"Licensed Bachelor Social Worker\"; further providing for penalties, for license renewal, records and fees and for unlawful practice.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-01","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-26","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB922/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=922","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":309301,"bill_number":"SB845","title":"Amending the act of July 4, 2008 (P.L.599, No.47), entitled \"An act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Transportation and the Governor, to grant and convey to Pike County or its assigns, certain lands, situate in the Borough of Milford, Pike County, in exchange for a certain tract of land; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Heritage Building Group, Inc., and the Municipal Authority of the Township of South Heidelberg, and their assigns, six permanent sanitary sewer easements and two temporary construction easements, situate in South Heidelberg Township and Lower Heidelberg Township, Berks County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor and the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, to grant and convey, at a price to be determined through a competitive bid process, certain lands, buildings and improvements situate in the Borough of Pottstown, Montgomery County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey, at a price to be determined through a competitive bid process, certain lands, buildings and improvements situate in the Township of West Norriton, Montgomery County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to dedicate, grant and convey to the Strasburg, Lancaster County, Borough Authority, a water main and appurtenances to be constructed by the Department of General Services, together with easements for public water purposes, situate in Strasburg Township, Lancaster County, and to grant such further easements and licenses as may be necessary to provide the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania with access to public sewer service; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor and the Department of Transportation, to grant and convey to Parkwood Real Estate Trust LLC, approximately 1.645 acres including a building and all improvements thereon, situate at Parkwood Drive in the City of Allentown and Salisbury Township, Lehigh County; and authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the County of Lackawanna Transit System Authority (COLTS), certain lands situate in the City of Scranton, Lackawanna County, in exchange for a certain tract of land from COLTS situate in the City of Scranton, Lackawanna County,\" further providing for conveyance in City of Scranton, Lackawanna County.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 4, 2008 (P.L.599, No.47), entitled \"An act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Transportation and the Governor, to grant and convey to Pike County or its assigns, certain lands, situate in the Borough of Milford, Pike County, in exchange for a certain tract of land; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Heritage Building Group, Inc., and the Municipal Authority of the Township of South Heidelberg, and their assigns, six permanent sanitary sewer easements and two temporary construction easements, situate in South Heidelberg Township and Lower Heidelberg Township, Berks County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor and the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, to grant and convey, at a price to be determined through a competitive bid process, certain lands, buildings and improvements situate in the Borough of Pottstown, Montgomery County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey, at a price to be determined through a competitive bid process, certain lands, buildings and improvements situate in the Township of West Norriton, Montgomery County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to dedicate, grant and convey to the Strasburg, Lancaster County, Borough Authority, a water main and appurtenances to be constructed by the Department of General Services, together with easements for public water purposes, situate in Strasburg Township, Lancaster County, and to grant such further easements and licenses as may be necessary to provide the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania with access to public sewer service; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor and the Department of Transportation, to grant and convey to Parkwood Real Estate Trust LLC, approximately 1.645 acres including a building and all improvements thereon, situate at Parkwood Drive in the City of Allentown and Salisbury Township, Lehigh County; and authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the County of Lackawanna Transit System Authority (COLTS), certain lands situate in the City of Scranton, Lackawanna County, in exchange for a certain tract of land from COLTS situate in the City of Scranton, Lackawanna County,\" further providing for conveyance in City of Scranton, Lackawanna County.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-16","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-16","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB845/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=845","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":309313,"bill_number":"HB1252","title":"In retirement, further providing for limited early retirement.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in retirement, further providing for limited early retirement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1252/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1252","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":309322,"bill_number":"HB1093","title":"Further providing for time for filing tax returns.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for time for filing tax returns.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1093/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1093","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":309346,"bill_number":"SR76","title":"Congratulating the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs on the 100th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs on the 100th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR76/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=76","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":309399,"bill_number":"HB1175","title":"In Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts Program, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts Program, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1175/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1175","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":309519,"bill_number":"SB875","title":"Further providing for license or permit application hearing process and public input hearings.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for license or permit application hearing process and public input hearings.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB875/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=875","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":309561,"bill_number":"HB1129","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, providing for gift ban.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, providing for gift ban.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1129/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1129","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":309635,"bill_number":"HB1379","title":"Further providing for death and fetal death registration; providing for deceased veteran notification to county government; and further providing for referral of deaths to coroner, for permits concerning dead bodies and fetal remains, for registration permits concerning dead bodies and fetal remains, for regulations and for registrations.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 29, 1953 (P.L.304, No.66), known as the Vital Statistics Law of 1953, further providing for death and fetal death registration; providing for deceased veteran notification to county government; and further providing for referral of deaths to coroner, for permits concerning dead bodies and fetal remains, for registration permits concerning dead bodies and fetal remains, for regulations and for registrations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1379/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1379","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":309650,"bill_number":"HR181","title":"Designating the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"Local Government Week\" and April 15, 2010, as \"Local Government Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"Local Government Week\" and April 15, 2010, as \"Local Government Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Adopted (202-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR181/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=181","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":309655,"bill_number":"HR136","title":"Designating the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"Crime Victims' Rights Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"Crime Victims' Rights Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR136/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=136","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":309667,"bill_number":"HB1086","title":"Requiring certain large mass transit agencies to purchase buses that meet certain criteria within a specific implementation schedule; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Transportation.","description":"An Act requiring certain large mass transit agencies to purchase buses that meet certain criteria within a specific implementation schedule; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1086/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1086","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":309681,"bill_number":"HB1113","title":"Providing for the required recording of interrogations.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the required recording of interrogations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1113/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1113","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":309692,"bill_number":"HB1360","title":"Further providing for required licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for required licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1360/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1360","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":309707,"bill_number":"HR195","title":"Designating April 12, 2011, as the official beginning of Pennsylvania's Civil War 150th Commemoration.","description":"A Resolution designating April 12, 2011, as the official beginning of Pennsylvania's Civil War 150th Commemoration.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR195/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=195","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":309740,"bill_number":"HB1071","title":"In open meetings, further providing for executive sessions.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in open meetings, further providing for executive sessions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1071/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1071","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":309826,"bill_number":"HR165","title":"Designating the week of April 4 through 8, 2011, as \"Remember Alex Brown Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 4 through 8, 2011, as \"Remember Alex Brown Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR165/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=165","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":309948,"bill_number":"HR146","title":"Designating April 28, 2011, as \"Workers' Memorial Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 28, 2011, as \"Workers' Memorial Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR146/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=146","sponsor":"Ken Smith"},
{"bill_id":309967,"bill_number":"HB1115","title":"Defining \"bidis\" or \"beedies\"; and prohibiting the sale of bidis.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, defining \"bidis\" or \"beedies\"; and prohibiting the sale of bidis.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1115/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1115","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":309981,"bill_number":"SB849","title":"In restructuring of electric utility industry, providing for an economic and environmental impact study.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in restructuring of electric utility industry, providing for an economic and environmental impact study.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB849/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=849","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":309983,"bill_number":"HB1128","title":"Providing for an education registration plate; establishing the Technology in Education Fund; and providing for payments to special funds.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for an education registration plate; establishing the Technology in Education Fund; and providing for payments to special funds.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1128/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1128","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":310081,"bill_number":"HB1254","title":"Further providing for prohibited use of public assistance funds.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for prohibited use of public assistance funds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-01","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1254/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1254","sponsor":"Michael Reese"},
{"bill_id":310201,"bill_number":"SR68","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Sleep Apnea Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Sleep Apnea Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR68/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=68","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":310244,"bill_number":"SB935","title":"Further providing for medical assistance benefit packages and Medicaid managed care organizations; and making inconsistent repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for medical assistance benefit packages and Medicaid managed care organizations; and making inconsistent repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB935/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=935","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":310271,"bill_number":"HB1259","title":"In taxicabs and limousines in first class cities, further providing for definitions and for certificate of public convenience required.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in taxicabs and limousines in first class cities, further providing for definitions and for certificate of public convenience required.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-01","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-04-01","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1259/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1259","sponsor":"Thaddeus Kirkland"},
{"bill_id":310321,"bill_number":"HB1143","title":"Providing for jury instructions.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for jury instructions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1143/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1143","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":310369,"bill_number":"SB992","title":"In fees, further providing for exemption of persons, entities and vehicles from fees.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fees, further providing for exemption of persons, entities and vehicles from fees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-21","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB992/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=992","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":310424,"bill_number":"SB864","title":"Further providing for exceptions for public records.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, further providing for exceptions for public records.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB864/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=864","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":310443,"bill_number":"SB908","title":"Relating to bedbug eradication; providing for duty to eradicate, for notification, for administration and enforcement by local boards or departments of health, for inspections, for duties of the Department of Agriculture and for informational brochures; and imposing a civil penalty.","description":"An Act relating to bedbug eradication; providing for duty to eradicate, for notification, for administration and enforcement by local boards or departments of health, for inspections, for duties of the Department of Agriculture and for informational brochures; and imposing a civil penalty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB908/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=908","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":310487,"bill_number":"HR142","title":"Designating the week beginning May 23, 2011, as \"Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week beginning May 23, 2011, as \"Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR142/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=142","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":310525,"bill_number":"HR185","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to designate the Honor and Remember Flag as a national emblem of service and sacrifice by the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who have given their lives in the line of duty.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to designate the Honor and Remember Flag as a national emblem of service and sacrifice by the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who have given their lives in the line of duty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR185/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=185","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":310531,"bill_number":"SB865","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"employer.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, further providing for the definition of \"employer.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB865/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=865","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":310573,"bill_number":"HB1303","title":"Further providing for suspension of operating privilege for failure to respond to citation.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for suspension of operating privilege for failure to respond to citation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-07","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1303/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1303","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":310592,"bill_number":"SB990","title":"Providing for a nonbinding Statewide referendum on property tax relief.","description":"An Act providing for a nonbinding Statewide referendum on property tax relief.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB990/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=990","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":310643,"bill_number":"HB1266","title":"Requiring institutions of higher education to implement alcohol policies; providing for enforcement by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board; and prescribing a penalty.","description":"An Act requiring institutions of higher education to implement alcohol policies; providing for enforcement by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board; and prescribing a penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1266/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1266","sponsor":"Ken Smith"},
{"bill_id":310678,"bill_number":"HR235","title":"Designating May 14, 2011, as \"Letter Carrier Food Drive Day\" in Pennsylvania and commending the National Association of Letter Carriers for its humanitarian efforts to eliminate hunger.","description":"A Resolution designating May 14, 2011, as \"Letter Carrier Food Drive Day\" in Pennsylvania and commending the National Association of Letter Carriers for its humanitarian efforts to eliminate hunger.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR235/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=235","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":310712,"bill_number":"HB1251","title":"Adding definitions; and further providing for false statements, investigations and penalty and for reporting fraud.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, adding definitions; and further providing for false statements, investigations and penalty and for reporting fraud.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1251/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1251","sponsor":"Tarah Toohil"},
{"bill_id":310718,"bill_number":"HB1356","title":"Further providing for general powers of the board, for specific subjects on which board may adopt regulations and for Office of Administrative Law Judge; providing for employees of the board; further providing for management of Pennsylvania Liquor Stores; and making a repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for general powers of the board, for specific subjects on which board may adopt regulations and for Office of Administrative Law Judge; providing for employees of the board; further providing for management of Pennsylvania Liquor Stores; and making a repeal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1356/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1356","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":310866,"bill_number":"SB868","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"taxable income.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for the definition of \"taxable income.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB868/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=868","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":310879,"bill_number":"HB481","title":"Prohibiting preexisting condition exclusions for children; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act prohibiting preexisting condition exclusions for children; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB481/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=481","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":310911,"bill_number":"HR154","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Hemophilia Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Hemophilia Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR154/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=154","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":310923,"bill_number":"HB1157","title":"Establishing an Automotive Fuel Testing and Disclosure Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing an Automotive Fuel Testing and Disclosure Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1157/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1157","sponsor":"Joseph Markosek"},
{"bill_id":310959,"bill_number":"SB683","title":"Further providing for revolving loan program accounts, for indebtedness, for Business in Our Sites Program and for First Industries Program; and making a transfer.","description":"An Act amending Title 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for revolving loan program accounts, for indebtedness, for Business in Our Sites Program and for First Industries Program; and making a transfer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB683/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=683","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":310979,"bill_number":"HB1335","title":"In criminal history record information, further providing for information in central repository or automated systems.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in criminal history record information, further providing for information in central repository or automated systems.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1335/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1335","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":311081,"bill_number":"SR85","title":"Recognizing Tuesday, April 12, 2011, as \"Architects Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing Tuesday, April 12, 2011, as \"Architects Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR85/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=85","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":311117,"bill_number":"HB1103","title":"Further providing for the imposition of inheritance tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for the imposition of inheritance tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1103/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1103","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":311158,"bill_number":"HB1351","title":"In collective bargaining, further providing for prohibition of strikes in certain circumstances.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in collective bargaining, further providing for prohibition of strikes in certain circumstances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1351/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1351","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":311168,"bill_number":"HR138","title":"Recognizing April 11, 2011, as \"National Healthy Schools Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 11, 2011, as \"National Healthy Schools Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Adopted (202-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR138/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=138","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":311252,"bill_number":"HB1309","title":"Further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1309/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1309","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":311346,"bill_number":"HB1275","title":"In child custody, further providing for award of custody.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child custody, further providing for award of custody.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1275/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1275","sponsor":"Ryan Aument"},
{"bill_id":311354,"bill_number":"HB1298","title":"Providing for the Honor and Remember Flag.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 7, 2006 (P.L.608, No.93), known as the American, Commonwealth and Military Flag Act, providing for the Honor and Remember Flag.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1298/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1298","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":311371,"bill_number":"SB887","title":"Providing for disposition of abandoned personal property.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, providing for disposition of abandoned personal property.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 129","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB887/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=887","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":311386,"bill_number":"HB1203","title":"Further regulating antique, classic and collectible plates.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further regulating antique, classic and collectible plates.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Act No. 25","last_action_date":"2012-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1203/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1203","sponsor":"John Lawrence"},
{"bill_id":311445,"bill_number":"SB959","title":"Requiring health insurance policies to provide coverage for tobacco cessation programs and drugs.","description":"An Act requiring health insurance policies to provide coverage for tobacco cessation programs and drugs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB959/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=959","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":311474,"bill_number":"HB1316","title":"Providing for disabled veteran-owned small businesses.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for disabled veteran-owned small businesses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1316/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1316","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":311497,"bill_number":"HB1184","title":"Further providing for board of governors and for councils of trustees; and providing for board meetings.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for board of governors and for councils of trustees; and providing for board meetings.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1184/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1184","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":311543,"bill_number":"SB925","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to East Norriton Township certain lands situate in East Norriton Township, Montgomery County, in exchange for East Norriton Township's granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to the existing lands of the Norristown Farm Park; and authorizing East Norriton Township to convey the property it receives from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania pursuant to this act to Montgomery County for nominal consideration for public highway improvements.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to East Norriton Township certain lands situate in East Norriton Township, Montgomery County, in exchange for East Norriton Township's granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to the existing lands of the Norristown Farm Park; and authorizing East Norriton Township to convey the property it receives from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania pursuant to this act to Montgomery County for nominal consideration for public highway improvements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB925/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=925","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":311545,"bill_number":"SB937","title":"Providing for a citizens' constitutional convention, for a referendum on the question, for the nomination and election of delegates, defining the powers and duties of the convention, providing for operation of the convention, conferring powers and imposing duties on the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, certain judges of the Commonwealth Court, the State Treasurer, the Auditor General, the Attorney General, officers of the General Assembly, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and county election boards, providing for a referendum on the convention's report; imposing penalties for violations of the act; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for a citizens' constitutional convention, for a referendum on the question, for the nomination and election of delegates, defining the powers and duties of the convention, providing for operation of the convention, conferring powers and imposing duties on the Governor, the Lieutenant Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, certain judges of the Commonwealth Court, the State Treasurer, the Auditor General, the Attorney General, officers of the General Assembly, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and county election boards, providing for a referendum on the convention's report; imposing penalties for violations of the act; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB937/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=937","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":311581,"bill_number":"HB1153","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for license fees.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for license fees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1153/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1153","sponsor":"Gary Day"},
{"bill_id":311616,"bill_number":"SR84","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the issue of the number of physicians in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the issue of the number of physicians in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-14","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-04-14","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR84/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=84","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":311630,"bill_number":"HB260","title":"Further providing for definitions, for general powers of the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board, for when sales may be made at Pennsylvania Liquor Stores, for revocation and suspension of licenses and fines, for hours of operation relative to manufacturers, importing distributors and distributors and for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for definitions, for general powers of the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board, for when sales may be made at Pennsylvania Liquor Stores, for revocation and suspension of licenses and fines, for hours of operation relative to manufacturers, importing distributors and distributors and for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB260/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=260","sponsor":"John Taylor"},
{"bill_id":311666,"bill_number":"SB878","title":"Requiring owners and lessors of real property contaminated by methamphetamines to disclose the contamination to purchasers, lessees and transferees; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Health and for enforcement; and establishing civil immunity for real estate professionals under certain circumstances.","description":"An Act requiring owners and lessors of real property contaminated by methamphetamines to disclose the contamination to purchasers, lessees and transferees; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Health and for enforcement; and establishing civil immunity for real estate professionals under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB878/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=878","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":311686,"bill_number":"SB847","title":"In registration of vehicles, further providing for the requirement for use of \"miscellaneous motor vehicle business\" registration plates.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, further providing for the requirement for use of \"miscellaneous motor vehicle business\" registration plates.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-16","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB847/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=847","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":311704,"bill_number":"HB1152","title":"Further providing for soldier defined, for credits in civil service examinations, for additional points in grading civil service examinations, for preference in appointment or promotion, for lack of training, age or physical impairment, for preferential rating provision in public works specifications, for computation of seniority for reduction in force, for preference of spouses and for law exclusive.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for soldier defined, for credits in civil service examinations, for additional points in grading civil service examinations, for preference in appointment or promotion, for lack of training, age or physical impairment, for preferential rating provision in public works specifications, for computation of seniority for reduction in force, for preference of spouses and for law exclusive.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1152/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1152","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":311713,"bill_number":"HR204","title":"Designating the month of March 2011 as \"Music in Our Schools Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2011 as \"Music in Our Schools Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR204/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=204","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":311733,"bill_number":"HB212","title":"Providing for certified registered nurse anesthetist.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 22, 1951 (P.L.317, No.69), known as The Professional Nursing Law, providing for certified registered nurse anesthetist.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB212/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=212","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":311741,"bill_number":"HB1199","title":"In pupils and attendance, further providing for uniforms and prohibited attire.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, further providing for uniforms and prohibited attire.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1199/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1199","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":311759,"bill_number":"HB1212","title":"In charter schools, providing for a costing-out study.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, providing for a costing-out study.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1212/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1212","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":311772,"bill_number":"HB1187","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, providing for the offense of carrying a firearm in the Capitol.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, providing for the offense of carrying a firearm in the Capitol.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1187/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1187","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":311775,"bill_number":"HB1384","title":"Further providing for obstruction to driving view or mechanism.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for obstruction to driving view or mechanism.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1384/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1384","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":311786,"bill_number":"HB1279","title":"In community colleges, repealing provisions relating to the Community College Capital Fund; establishing the Community Colleges Capital Projects Pooled Financing Program and the Community Colleges Capital Projects Pooled Financing Program Fund; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania State Public School Building Authority and for an interfund transfer.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in community colleges, repealing provisions relating to the Community College Capital Fund; establishing the Community Colleges Capital Projects Pooled Financing Program and the Community Colleges Capital Projects Pooled Financing Program Fund; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania State Public School Building Authority and for an interfund transfer.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1279/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1279","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":311812,"bill_number":"SB989","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax and for exemption certificates.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax and for exemption certificates.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB989/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=989","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":311886,"bill_number":"HB470","title":"Further providing for use of title.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 22, 1951 (P.L.317, No.69), known as The Professional Nursing Law, further providing for use of title.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Act No. 35","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB470/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=470","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":311924,"bill_number":"HB1154","title":"Further providing for traffic-control signals.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for traffic-control signals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1154/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1154","sponsor":"Joseph Markosek"},
{"bill_id":311945,"bill_number":"HB1331","title":"Further providing for judicial salaries, for executive salaries and for legislative salaries.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for judicial salaries, for executive salaries and for legislative salaries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1331/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1331","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":311986,"bill_number":"HB1292","title":"In inheritance tax, providing for expiration and further providing for imposition of tax, for inheritance tax rates and for estate tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in inheritance tax, providing for expiration and further providing for imposition of tax, for inheritance tax rates and for estate tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1292/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1292","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":312045,"bill_number":"HB1096","title":"Providing for the return of premium funds under certain circumstances.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1982 (P.L.1291, No.292), known as the Medicare Supplement Insurance Act, providing for the return of premium funds under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1096/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1096","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":312072,"bill_number":"HB1219","title":"Designating a bridge on that portion of State Route 2011 over the East Branch of Sideling Hill Creek, Monroe Township, Bedford County, as the Donald H. Clark Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge on that portion of State Route 2011 over the East Branch of Sideling Hill Creek, Monroe Township, Bedford County, as the Donald H. Clark Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 50","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1219/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1219","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":312080,"bill_number":"HB1261","title":"In general powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare, providing for county human services consolidated planning and reporting; in public assistance, further providing for definitions, providing for cessation of the general assistance cash program and the continuation of the general assistance-related medical assistance programs, further providing for establishment of RESET, for determination of eligibility, for failure to comply with employment and work-related activity requirements and for medically needy and determination of eligibility; in children and youth, further providing for definitions; in nursing facility assessments, further providing for time periods; in kinship care, further providing for definitions and for Kinship Care Program, providing for Subsidized Permanent Legal Custodianship Program and for permanent legal custodianship subsidy and reimbursement; providing for Human Services Block Grant Pilot Program; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in general powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare, providing for county human services consolidated planning and reporting; in public assistance, further providing for definitions, providing for cessation of the general assistance cash program and the continuation of the general assistance-related medical assistance programs, further providing for establishment of RESET, for determination of eligibility, for failure to comply with employment and work-related activity requirements and for medically needy and determination of eligibility; in children and youth, further providing for definitions; in nursing facility assessments, further providing for time periods; in kinship care, further providing for definitions and for Kinship Care Program, providing for Subsidized Permanent Legal Custodianship Program and for permanent legal custodianship subsidy and reimbursement; providing for Human Services Block Grant Pilot Program; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 80","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1261/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1261","sponsor":"Thomas Quigley"},
{"bill_id":312094,"bill_number":"SB903","title":"Further providing for possession of firearm or other dangerous weapon in court facility, for arson and related offenses and for sentences for second and subsequent offenses; and providing for sentencing for arson offenses.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for possession of firearm or other dangerous weapon in court facility, for arson and related offenses and for sentences for second and subsequent offenses; and providing for sentencing for arson offenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB903/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=903","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":312102,"bill_number":"HB1221","title":"Requiring public officials and public employees who use government vehicles to provide proof of holding a valid driver's license.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, requiring public officials and public employees who use government vehicles to provide proof of holding a valid driver's license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1221/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1221","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":312108,"bill_number":"SR74","title":"Honoring Bayada Nurses on 36 years of providing in-home care.","description":"A Resolution honoring Bayada Nurses on 36 years of providing in-home care.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR74/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=74","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":312148,"bill_number":"HB1324","title":"Further providing for settlement of small estates on petition and for estates not exceeding $25,000.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for settlement of small estates on petition and for estates not exceeding $25,000.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1324/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1324","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":312181,"bill_number":"HR152","title":"Honoring Jacobus Franciscus \"Jim\" Thorpe by designating May 21, 2011, as \"Jim Thorpe Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring Jacobus Franciscus \"Jim\" Thorpe by designating May 21, 2011, as \"Jim Thorpe Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR152/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=152","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":312250,"bill_number":"HB1112","title":"Defining \"mobile phone\"; providing for prohibiting the use of mobile phones in school zones; and imposing a penalty.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, defining \"mobile phone\"; providing for prohibiting the use of mobile phones in school zones; and imposing a penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1112/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1112","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":312268,"bill_number":"HB1242","title":"Further providing for creditable nonschool service, for creditable nonstate service for service performed as a crewleader with the Pennsylvania Conservation Corps and for mandatory and optional membership.","description":"An Act amending Titles 24 (Education) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for creditable nonschool service, for creditable nonstate service for service performed as a crewleader with the Pennsylvania Conservation Corps and for mandatory and optional membership.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1242/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1242","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":312271,"bill_number":"SB963","title":"Providing for the definition of \"home improvement retailer\"; further providing for procedures for registration as a contractor and for prohibited acts; and establishing the Home Improvement Account in the General Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 17, 2008 (P.L.1645, No.132), known as the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act, providing for the definition of \"home improvement retailer\"; further providing for procedures for registration as a contractor and for prohibited acts; and establishing the Home Improvement Account in the General Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB963/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=963","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":312290,"bill_number":"HR228","title":"Honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the death of Corporal Jarrid L. King, who paid the supreme sacrifice on January 12, 2011, while serving his country in Afghanistan.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the death of Corporal Jarrid L. King, who paid the supreme sacrifice on January 12, 2011, while serving his country in Afghanistan.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR228/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=228","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":312311,"bill_number":"SB896","title":"Providing for insurance language translation.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for insurance language translation.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB896/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=896","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":312328,"bill_number":"HR208","title":"Recognizing the month of April 2011 as \"Month of the Military Child\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2011 as \"Month of the Military Child\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR208/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=208","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":312376,"bill_number":"HB1235","title":"Providing for the regulation of the profession of forestry.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 23, 1945 (P.L.913, No.367), known as the Engineer, Land Surveyor and Geologist Registration Law, providing for the regulation of the profession of forestry.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1235/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1235","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":312431,"bill_number":"SB932","title":"Further providing for duration of a listing.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.911, No.147), known as the Telemarketer Registration Act, further providing for duration of a listing.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB932/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=932","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":312469,"bill_number":"HB1354","title":"Providing for the establishment of the Historic Preservation Incentive Program for historic commercial and residential sites, for grants and for tax credits.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment of the Historic Preservation Incentive Program for historic commercial and residential sites, for grants and for tax credits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1354/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1354","sponsor":"Robert Freeman"},
{"bill_id":312521,"bill_number":"HB1132","title":"Prohibiting certain unsafe operation of school buses and school vehicles.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, prohibiting certain unsafe operation of school buses and school vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1132/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1132","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":312538,"bill_number":"SB905","title":"Imposing a natural gas severance tax; providing for collection of the tax; establishing the Natural Gas Severance Tax Fund and the Local Government Services Account; and providing for transfers and distributions of certain funds.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, imposing a natural gas severance tax; providing for collection of the tax; establishing the Natural Gas Severance Tax Fund and the Local Government Services Account; and providing for transfers and distributions of certain funds.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB905/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=905","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":312595,"bill_number":"SB184","title":"Amending the act of December 30, 2002 (P.L.2088, No.236), entitled \"An act providing for the designation and use of certain State office buildings; and making a repeal,\" designating the North Office Building as the Secretary C. Delores Tucker Office Building.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 30, 2002 (P.L.2088, No.236), entitled \"An act providing for the designation and use of certain State office buildings; and making a repeal,\" designating the North Office Building as the Secretary C. Delores Tucker Office Building.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB184/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=184","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":312656,"bill_number":"HB1194","title":"Further providing for domestic violence and rape victims services.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for domestic violence and rape victims services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1194/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1194","sponsor":"Matthew Bradford"},
{"bill_id":312673,"bill_number":"HB1168","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"unfair methods of competition.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for the definition of \"unfair methods of competition.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1168/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1168","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":312766,"bill_number":"HB1348","title":"Further providing for definitions and for concurrent enrollment agreements; repealing provisions relating to charter schools; and providing for charter schools and cyber charter schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for definitions and for concurrent enrollment agreements; repealing provisions relating to charter schools; and providing for charter schools and cyber charter schools.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1348/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1348","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":312795,"bill_number":"HR150","title":"Recognizing the unwavering leadership, commitment and trailblazing accomplishments of Geno Auriemma, the head coach of the University of Connecticut Huskies women's basketball team who led the Huskies to an impressive record 90-game winning streak.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the unwavering leadership, commitment and trailblazing accomplishments of Geno Auriemma, the head coach of the University of Connecticut Huskies women's basketball team who led the Huskies to an impressive record 90-game winning streak.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR150/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=150","sponsor":"Matthew Bradford"},
{"bill_id":312799,"bill_number":"SB814","title":"In preliminary provisions, providing for mandate waiver program.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, providing for mandate waiver program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB814/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=814","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":313062,"bill_number":"HB1345","title":"In safe schools, further providing for safe schools advocate in school districts of the first class, for standing and for enforcement.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in safe schools, further providing for safe schools advocate in school districts of the first class, for standing and for enforcement.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1345/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1345","sponsor":"John Taylor"},
{"bill_id":313069,"bill_number":"SB689","title":"Further providing for Small Business Council and for regulatory review.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Small Business Council and for regulatory review.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB689/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=689","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":313078,"bill_number":"HB1207","title":"Requiring certain employers to provide employment leave for victims of domestic violence; prohibiting certain acts; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act requiring certain employers to provide employment leave for victims of domestic violence; prohibiting certain acts; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1207/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1207","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":313117,"bill_number":"HB1295","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to taxation.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to taxation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1295/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1295","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":313171,"bill_number":"HR199","title":"Designating April 16, 2011, as \"Y Healthy Kids Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 16, 2011, as \"Y Healthy Kids Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR199/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=199","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":313192,"bill_number":"HR186","title":"Recognizing May 16, 2011, as \"Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DNP) Day.\"","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 16, 2011, as \"Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy (DNP) Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR186/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=186","sponsor":"Donna Oberlander"},
{"bill_id":313208,"bill_number":"SB862","title":"Further providing for pooled trusts for persons with disabilities.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for pooled trusts for persons with disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB862/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=862","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":313281,"bill_number":"SB939","title":"Further providing for unfair acts.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 22, 1974 (P.L.589, No.205), known as the Unfair Insurance Practices Act, further providing for unfair acts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB939/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=939","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":313297,"bill_number":"HR148","title":"Urging the United States Census Bureau to change its policy of recording the residence of incarcerated persons from the location of the correctional facilities to the last known home address of such persons.","description":"A Resolution urging the United States Census Bureau to change its policy of recording the residence of incarcerated persons from the location of the correctional facilities to the last known home address of such persons.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR148/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=148","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":313323,"bill_number":"SB950","title":"Establishing a motivational boot camp system for juveniles; imposing powers and duties on the Department of Public Welfare and the Department of Health; and providing for a performance audit.","description":"An Act establishing a motivational boot camp system for juveniles; imposing powers and duties on the Department of Public Welfare and the Department of Health; and providing for a performance audit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB950/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=950","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":313345,"bill_number":"HB1300","title":"Providing for the Workplace Accommodations for Nursing Mothers Act.","description":"An Act providing for the Workplace Accommodations for Nursing Mothers Act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1300/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1300","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":313354,"bill_number":"HB1205","title":"Requiring certain financial institutions to post transaction fees for each automated teller machine transaction; and restricting transaction fees for automated teller machines.","description":"An Act requiring certain financial institutions to post transaction fees for each automated teller machine transaction; and restricting transaction fees for automated teller machines.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1205/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1205","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":313443,"bill_number":"SB920","title":"Providing standards for carbon monoxide alarms; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing standards for carbon monoxide alarms; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB920/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=920","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":313525,"bill_number":"SB956","title":"Further providing for Environmental Quality Board; and providing for control of emissions from halogenated solvent cleaning facilities and for control of trichloroethylene.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 8, 1960 (1959 P.L.2119, No.787), known as the Air Pollution Control Act, further providing for Environmental Quality Board; and providing for control of emissions from halogenated solvent cleaning facilities and for control of trichloroethylene.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB956/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=956","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":313561,"bill_number":"SB869","title":"In pupils and attendance, further providing for when transportation of pupils provided.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, further providing for when transportation of pupils provided.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB869/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=869","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":313575,"bill_number":"HB1105","title":"Further providing for exemptions from registration.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1990 (P.L.1200, No.202), known as the Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes Act, further providing for exemptions from registration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1105/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1105","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":313607,"bill_number":"HB1182","title":"Further providing for definitions, for written leases and for disclosure of fees; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 24, 1976 (P.L.1176, No.261), known as the Manufactured Home Community Rights Act, further providing for definitions, for written leases and for disclosure of fees; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Amended in House Committee on URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1182/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1182","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":313642,"bill_number":"SB993","title":"Renaming the administration agency; further providing for definitions, for appointment and terms of members and quorum and for the Bureau of Consumer Affairs; providing for milk distributors; further providing for records, for reports, for requisites of orders fixing price of milk and for prices to producers; providing for title to milk; further providing for price increases, for expenses and for payment; establishing the Producer Settlement Fund; and repealing provisions relating to the Joint Study Committee.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 28, 1937 (P.L.417, No.105), known as the Milk Marketing Law, renaming the administration agency; further providing for definitions, for appointment and terms of members and quorum and for the Bureau of Consumer Affairs; providing for milk distributors; further providing for records, for reports, for requisites of orders fixing price of milk and for prices to producers; providing for title to milk; further providing for price increases, for expenses and for payment; establishing the Producer Settlement Fund; and repealing provisions relating to the Joint Study Committee.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-21","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-04-21","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB993/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=993","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":313692,"bill_number":"SB881","title":"Providing for records of distribution of controlled substances.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, providing for records of distribution of controlled substances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB881/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=881","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":313729,"bill_number":"SB872","title":"Further providing for definitions and for responsibilities of school entities; repealing provisions relating to concurrent enrollment committees; and further providing for concurrent enrollment agreements and for enrollment in concurrent courses.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for definitions and for responsibilities of school entities; repealing provisions relating to concurrent enrollment committees; and further providing for concurrent enrollment agreements and for enrollment in concurrent courses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB872/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=872","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":313834,"bill_number":"HR133","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Outdoor Heritage Month in the Pennsylvania Alleghenies.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Outdoor Heritage Month in the Pennsylvania Alleghenies.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR133/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=133","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":313928,"bill_number":"SB877","title":"Further providing for applicability of provisions relating to planned communities, for meetings and for quorums of unit owners' associations of planned communities, for proxies and for association records.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for applicability of provisions relating to planned communities, for meetings and for quorums of unit owners' associations of planned communities, for proxies and for association records.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB877/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=877","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":313939,"bill_number":"HB1122","title":"Further providing for counties included within act.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 6, 1984 (P.L.614, No.127), known as the Sheriff Fee Act, further providing for counties included within act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1122/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1122","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":313944,"bill_number":"HB1343","title":"Authorizing State-owned universities and the employees thereof to enter into certain agreements with affiliated entities; providing for doctoral degrees; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act authorizing State-owned universities and the employees thereof to enter into certain agreements with affiliated entities; providing for doctoral degrees; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 104","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1343/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1343","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":314004,"bill_number":"SB958","title":"Further providing for supervisors.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 2, 1984 (P.L.561, No.112), known as the Pennsylvania Conservation Corps Act, further providing for supervisors.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB958/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=958","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":314025,"bill_number":"HR179","title":"Designating the week of April 17 through 23, 2011, as \"Animal Abuse Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 17 through 23, 2011, as \"Animal Abuse Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Adopted (202-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR179/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=179","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":314036,"bill_number":"HB1285","title":"Relating to the use of credit information by carriers of personal lines insurance.","description":"An Act relating to the use of credit information by carriers of personal lines insurance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1285/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1285","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":314080,"bill_number":"HB1315","title":"In reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for definitions and for basic education funding for student achievement.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for definitions and for basic education funding for student achievement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1315/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1315","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":314226,"bill_number":"HB1248","title":"Further providing for the collection of taxes.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 7, 1947 (P.L.1368, No.542), known as the Real Estate Tax Sale Law, further providing for the collection of taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1248/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1248","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":314280,"bill_number":"HB1314","title":"In abortion, further providing for prohibited acts.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in abortion, further providing for prohibited acts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1314/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1314","sponsor":"Bryan Barbin"},
{"bill_id":314399,"bill_number":"HR160","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Older Pennsylvanians Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Older Pennsylvanians Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR160/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=160","sponsor":"Timothy Hennessey"},
{"bill_id":314401,"bill_number":"HB1277","title":"Repealing the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act.","description":"An Act repealing the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1277/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1277","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":314466,"bill_number":"SR72","title":"Designating the day of April 6, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Day.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the day of April 6, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Organ and Tissue Donor Awareness Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR72/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=72","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":314491,"bill_number":"SR79","title":"Recognizing the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"Crime Victims' Rights Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"Crime Victims' Rights Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR79/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=79","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":314511,"bill_number":"HB1230","title":"Providing for use of credit history of insured.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.789, No.285), known as The Insurance Department Act of 1921, providing for use of credit history of insured.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1230/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1230","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":314550,"bill_number":"HR223","title":"A Concurrent Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to reexamine the Federal Unemployment Tax Act as it relates to corporate officers.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to reexamine the Federal Unemployment Tax Act as it relates to corporate officers.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR223/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=223","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":314573,"bill_number":"HR236","title":"Recognizing May 15 through June 15, 2011, as \"Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 15 through June 15, 2011, as \"Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR236/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=236","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":314580,"bill_number":"HB1290","title":"Providing for the testing of new, environmentally beneficial and energy efficient technologies within various State agencies.","description":"An Act providing for the testing of new, environmentally beneficial and energy efficient technologies within various State agencies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1290/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1290","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":314607,"bill_number":"SB933","title":"In intermediate units, further providing for subsidies for services and for financial reports.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in intermediate units, further providing for subsidies for services and for financial reports.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB933/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=933","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":314660,"bill_number":"SB852","title":"Providing for partial obligation of State for drainage structures.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 1, 1945 (P.L.1242, No.428), known as the State Highway Law, providing for partial obligation of State for drainage structures.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB852/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=852","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":314730,"bill_number":"HB1299","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, providing for gift ban.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, providing for gift ban.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1299/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1299","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":314744,"bill_number":"HB129","title":"Further providing for application of part and for definitions; providing for public access to procurement information and for prohibited contracts; further providing for procurement responsibility, for powers and duties, for Board of Commissioners of Public Grounds and Buildings, for methods of source selection, for competitive sealed bidding, for competitive electronic auction bidding, for competitive sealed proposals, for small procurements, for sole source procurement, for emergency procurement, for multiple awards, for competitive selection procedures for certain services, for selection procedure for insurance and notary bonds, for cost or pricing data, for record of certain actions, for procurement of design professional services and for cooperative purchasing authorized; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for application of part and for definitions; providing for public access to procurement information and for prohibited contracts; further providing for procurement responsibility, for powers and duties, for Board of Commissioners of Public Grounds and Buildings, for methods of source selection, for competitive sealed bidding, for competitive electronic auction bidding, for competitive sealed proposals, for small procurements, for sole source procurement, for emergency procurement, for multiple awards, for competitive selection procedures for certain services, for selection procedure for insurance and notary bonds, for cost or pricing data, for record of certain actions, for procurement of design professional services and for cooperative purchasing authorized; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB129/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=129","sponsor":"Margo Davidson"},
{"bill_id":314767,"bill_number":"HB1305","title":"Further providing for unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 22, 1974 (P.L.589, No.205), known as the Unfair Insurance Practices Act, further providing for unfair methods of competition and unfair or deceptive acts or practices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-07","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1305/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1305","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":314831,"bill_number":"HB1296","title":"Providing for disabled veterans property tax rebate; establishing the Disabled Veterans' Rebate Account; imposing penalties; and providing for appeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for disabled veterans property tax rebate; establishing the Disabled Veterans' Rebate Account; imposing penalties; and providing for appeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1296/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1296","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":314885,"bill_number":"HB1179","title":"Further providing for Category 1 slot machine license, for Category 2 slot machine license and for Category 3 slot machine license.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Category 1 slot machine license, for Category 2 slot machine license and for Category 3 slot machine license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1179/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1179","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":314900,"bill_number":"HB261","title":"Establishing the Community-Based Health Care Provider Assistance Program in the Department of Health; setting criteria for eligibility for and authorizing payments to community-based health care providers to assist in providing medically necessary care to Pennsylvanians; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Health; and establishing the Community-Based Health Care Provider Assistance Fund.","description":"An Act establishing the Community-Based Health Care Provider Assistance Program in the Department of Health; setting criteria for eligibility for and authorizing payments to community-based health care providers to assist in providing medically necessary care to Pennsylvanians; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Health; and establishing the Community-Based Health Care Provider Assistance Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB261/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=261","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":314965,"bill_number":"HB1350","title":"In nomination of candidates, further providing for affidavits of candidates; and providing for affidavits of candidates for President and Vice President of United States.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in nomination of candidates, further providing for affidavits of candidates; and providing for affidavits of candidates for President and Vice President of United States.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1350/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1350","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":314969,"bill_number":"HB1323","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"games of chance\"; and defining \"coin auction.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for the definition of \"games of chance\"; and defining \"coin auction.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1323/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1323","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":315024,"bill_number":"HR219","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR219/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=219","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":315106,"bill_number":"HB1381","title":"Providing for the installation of United States Veterans Affairs grave markers and medallions in cemeteries; imposing powers and duties upon the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the State Real Estate Commission; and imposing sanctions.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the installation of United States Veterans Affairs grave markers and medallions in cemeteries; imposing powers and duties upon the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the State Real Estate Commission; and imposing sanctions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1381/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1381","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":315115,"bill_number":"HB1087","title":"Providing for a natural gas corridor tax credit; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a natural gas corridor tax credit; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1087/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1087","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":315221,"bill_number":"HB1141","title":"Further providing for notice of election of tort options and for definitions.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for notice of election of tort options and for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1141/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1141","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":315259,"bill_number":"HB1169","title":"Further providing for spousal income tax returns.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for spousal income tax returns.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1169/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1169","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":315425,"bill_number":"SB848","title":"Further providing for purposes, for definitions, for powers of the Department of Health, for administration and for licensure; providing for compliance with staffing plans and recordkeeping, for work assignment policies and for public disclosure of staffing requirements; further providing for license standards, reliance on accrediting agencies and Federal Government, for medical assistance payments and for civil penalties; and providing for private cause of action and for grants and loan programs for nurse recruitment.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, further providing for purposes, for definitions, for powers of the Department of Health, for administration and for licensure; providing for compliance with staffing plans and recordkeeping, for work assignment policies and for public disclosure of staffing requirements; further providing for license standards, reliance on accrediting agencies and Federal Government, for medical assistance payments and for civil penalties; and providing for private cause of action and for grants and loan programs for nurse recruitment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB848/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=848","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":315489,"bill_number":"SB857","title":"In reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for accountability to Commonwealth taxpayers.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for accountability to Commonwealth taxpayers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB857/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=857","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":315505,"bill_number":"SB851","title":"In personal income tax, providing for contributions to lupus foundations.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, providing for contributions to lupus foundations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB851/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=851","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":315548,"bill_number":"SB928","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for definitions, for sale or transfer of firearms, for the Pennsylvania State Police, for firearm sales surcharge and for the Firearms Records Check Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for definitions, for sale or transfer of firearms, for the Pennsylvania State Police, for firearm sales surcharge and for the Firearms Records Check Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB928/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=928","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":315569,"bill_number":"HB1349","title":"Further providing for legislative intent, for definitions and for proposed regulations and procedures for review.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 25, 1982 (P.L.633, No.181), known as the Regulatory Review Act, further providing for legislative intent, for definitions and for proposed regulations and procedures for review.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Act No. 76","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1349/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1349","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":315581,"bill_number":"HB1215","title":"Designating a bridge to be constructed on that portion of SR 222 over the Amtrak rail lines in the City of Lancaster, Lancaster County, replacing the Lititz Pike Bridge, as the Thaddeus Stevens Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge to be constructed on that portion of SR 222 over the Amtrak rail lines in the City of Lancaster, Lancaster County, replacing the Lititz Pike Bridge, as the Thaddeus Stevens Bridge.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1215/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1215","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":315761,"bill_number":"HB1304","title":"Further providing for powers of the authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1956 (1955 P.L.1414, No.465), known as the Second Class County Port Authority Act, further providing for powers of the authority.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1304/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1304","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":315786,"bill_number":"HB1240","title":"Further providing for administration and enforcement.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for administration and enforcement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1240/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1240","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":315813,"bill_number":"HR200","title":"Honoring Bayada Nurses on 36 years of providing in-home care.","description":"A Resolution honoring Bayada Nurses on 36 years of providing in-home care.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Adopted (202-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR200/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=200","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":315840,"bill_number":"SB842","title":"Establishing the Appellate Court Nominating Commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Appellate Court Nominating Commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB842/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=842","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":315870,"bill_number":"HB1342","title":"In juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of delinquent child; and, in sentencing, further providing for sentencing for criminal mischief.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of delinquent child; and, in sentencing, further providing for sentencing for criminal mischief.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1342/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1342","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":315903,"bill_number":"SB189","title":"In protection from abuse, further providing for commencement of proceedings.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection from abuse, further providing for commencement of proceedings.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB189/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=189","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":315911,"bill_number":"HR164","title":"Recognizing the month of March 2011 as \"National Nutrition Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of March 2011 as \"National Nutrition Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR164/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=164","sponsor":"Frank Burns"},
{"bill_id":315987,"bill_number":"SB909","title":"Further providing for schedules of controlled substances.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for schedules of controlled substances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB909/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=909","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":316038,"bill_number":"SB853","title":"In hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for resident license and fee exemptions for deployed Pennsylvania National Guard members.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for resident license and fee exemptions for deployed Pennsylvania National Guard members.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-11-14","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB853/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=853","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":316041,"bill_number":"HB1206","title":"Providing for civil claim for damages intercept.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for civil claim for damages intercept.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1206/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1206","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":316045,"bill_number":"SB960","title":"Making extensive revisions, additions and deletions to partnership and limited liability company material on general provisions, on registered limited liability partnerships, on general partnerships, on limited partnerships and on limited liability companies.","description":"An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, making extensive revisions, additions and deletions to partnership and limited liability company material on general provisions, on registered limited liability partnerships, on general partnerships, on limited partnerships and on limited liability companies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB960/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=960","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":316089,"bill_number":"HB1094","title":"Further providing for funding for charter schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for funding for charter schools.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1094/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1094","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":316109,"bill_number":"HB1370","title":"Further providing for the offense of aggravated harassment by prisoner.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of aggravated harassment by prisoner.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1370/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1370","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":316146,"bill_number":"HB1135","title":"Further providing for applicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for applicability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1135/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1135","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":316253,"bill_number":"HB1372","title":"Further providing for the offense of ethnic intimidation.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of ethnic intimidation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1372/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1372","sponsor":"Josh Shapiro"},
{"bill_id":316357,"bill_number":"SB913","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for persons with military service-connected disabilities to receive property tax exemptions.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for persons with military service-connected disabilities to receive property tax exemptions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-30","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB913/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=913","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":316361,"bill_number":"HR231","title":"Encouraging school districts in this Commonwealth to study the fiscal impact of consolidating the administrations of school districts within their county.","description":"A Resolution encouraging school districts in this Commonwealth to study the fiscal impact of consolidating the administrations of school districts within their county.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR231/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=231","sponsor":"Timothy Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":316411,"bill_number":"HB1243","title":"Prohibiting the use of taxpayer funds for certain contracts.","description":"An Act prohibiting the use of taxpayer funds for certain contracts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1243/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1243","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":316424,"bill_number":"HB476","title":"Providing for additional eligibility for dependent coverage; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act providing for additional eligibility for dependent coverage; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB476/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=476","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":316486,"bill_number":"HB1374","title":"Further providing real estate tax exemptions for disabled veterans.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing real estate tax exemptions for disabled veterans.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1374/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1374","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":316511,"bill_number":"SB600","title":"Further providing for enforcement orders and for civil penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for enforcement orders and for civil penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB600/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=600","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":316532,"bill_number":"HB1286","title":"Further defining \"assistance group\"; and further providing for eligibility and determination of need related to recipients of temporary assistance to needy families.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further defining \"assistance group\"; and further providing for eligibility and determination of need related to recipients of temporary assistance to needy families.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1286/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1286","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":316635,"bill_number":"HB1344","title":"Providing for emergency service system billing.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for emergency service system billing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1344/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1344","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":316639,"bill_number":"HB1069","title":"In falsification and intimidation, further providing for protective orders.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in falsification and intimidation, further providing for protective orders.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1069/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1069","sponsor":"Jewell Williams"},
{"bill_id":316702,"bill_number":"HR201","title":"Honoring the memory of law enforcement officers who gave their lives in the line of duty in this Commonwealth and recognizing the memorial service in their honor in Soldiers' Grove at the State Capitol Complex on May 2, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring the memory of law enforcement officers who gave their lives in the line of duty in this Commonwealth and recognizing the memorial service in their honor in Soldiers' Grove at the State Capitol Complex on May 2, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR201/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=201","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":316771,"bill_number":"SB970","title":"Further providing for purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-15","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-04-15","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB970/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=970","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":316777,"bill_number":"HB1373","title":"Further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1373/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1373","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":316803,"bill_number":"SB685","title":"Providing for the definitions of \"small business\" and \"unemployed individual\"; and further providing for application process and for tax credits.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for the definitions of \"small business\" and \"unemployed individual\"; and further providing for application process and for tax credits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-01","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-01","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB685/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=685","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":316819,"bill_number":"SB962","title":"Further providing for funding for charter schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for funding for charter schools.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB962/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=962","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":316828,"bill_number":"HB51","title":"Further providing for the fair share fee for employees of public employers.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for the fair share fee for employees of public employers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB51/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=51","sponsor":"Kathy Rapp"},
{"bill_id":316904,"bill_number":"SB938","title":"Further providing for salaried mayor not to receive fees and for duties of solicitor and outside counsel.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, further providing for salaried mayor not to receive fees and for duties of solicitor and outside counsel.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB938/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=938","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":316952,"bill_number":"HB1201","title":"In terms and courses of study, further providing for physical education.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, further providing for physical education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1201/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1201","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":316955,"bill_number":"SR77","title":"Designating April 6, 2011, as \"Penn State Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 6, 2011, as \"Penn State Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR77/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=77","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":316958,"bill_number":"HB1139","title":"Providing for the disclosure and reporting of independent expenditures for certain political communication and for a penalty.","description":"An Act providing for the disclosure and reporting of independent expenditures for certain political communication and for a penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1139/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1139","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":317002,"bill_number":"HB1264","title":"In depositions and witnesses, providing for expert testimony in certain criminal proceedings.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in depositions and witnesses, providing for expert testimony in certain criminal proceedings.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Act No. 75","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1264/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1264","sponsor":"Cherelle Parker"},
{"bill_id":317048,"bill_number":"HR213","title":"Urging the Federal Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee to recommend the the United States Postal Service that, in recognition of the deaths of more than 100,000 coal miners, an image of an American coal miner be placed on the face of a United States postage stamp.","description":"A Resolution urging the Federal Citizens' Stamp Advisory Committee to recommend the the United States Postal Service that, in recognition of the deaths of more than 100,000 coal miners, an image of an American coal miner be placed on the face of a United States postage stamp.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR213/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=213","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":317154,"bill_number":"SB915","title":"Providing for a public safety fee.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 15, 1939 (P.L.134, No.65), referred to as the Fireworks Law, providing for a public safety fee.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-30","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-30","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB915/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=915","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":317224,"bill_number":"HB1265","title":"Further providing for CPR instruction; providing for procedures regarding response to cardiac arrest, for donations for use related to CPR and automated external defibrillator instruction and for donations to school entities for use in CPR instruction; repealing provisions relating to automated external defibrillation; and providing for availability of automated external defibrillator.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for CPR instruction; providing for procedures regarding response to cardiac arrest, for donations for use related to CPR and automated external defibrillator instruction and for donations to school entities for use in CPR instruction; repealing provisions relating to automated external defibrillation; and providing for availability of automated external defibrillator.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1265/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1265","sponsor":"Ken Smith"},
{"bill_id":317304,"bill_number":"HB1239","title":"Further providing for liquefied ammonia gas, precursors and chemicals.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for liquefied ammonia gas, precursors and chemicals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1239/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1239","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":317337,"bill_number":"HB1332","title":"Further providing for administration and for revision of assessments.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 21, 1939 (P.L.626, No.294), referred to as the Second Class County Assessment Law, further providing for administration and for revision of assessments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1332/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1332","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":317408,"bill_number":"SB953","title":"In retirement for school employees, further providing for mandatory and optional membership.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in retirement for school employees, further providing for mandatory and optional membership.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB953/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=953","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":317456,"bill_number":"SB182","title":"Requiring long-term care nursing facilities to maintain certain staffing levels in order to protect the health and safety of residents and employees; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Health; and imposing civil penalties.","description":"An Act requiring long-term care nursing facilities to maintain certain staffing levels in order to protect the health and safety of residents and employees; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Health; and imposing civil penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB182/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=182","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":317499,"bill_number":"HB1072","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1072/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1072","sponsor":"Sid Kavulich"},
{"bill_id":317530,"bill_number":"HB1084","title":"Establishing the Keystone Transit Program; and providing a transfer of funds from the Oil and Gas Lease Fund to the Department of Environmental Protection for a competitive grant program for the transition of small mass transit bus fleets to compressed natural gas.","description":"An Act establishing the Keystone Transit Program; and providing a transfer of funds from the Oil and Gas Lease Fund to the Department of Environmental Protection for a competitive grant program for the transition of small mass transit bus fleets to compressed natural gas.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1084/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1084","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":317548,"bill_number":"HR217","title":"Recognizing April 11, 2011, as \"Eat for Peace Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 11, 2011, as \"Eat for Peace Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR217/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=217","sponsor":"Margo Davidson"},
{"bill_id":317559,"bill_number":"HB1158","title":"Further providing for legislative findings and intent, for establishment of the Keystone Alliance for Performance Excellence Awards, for the Keystone Alliance for Performance Excellence Advisory Council; repealing provisions relating to board of examiners and panel of judges; and further providing for establishment of the foundation, for awards and for restriction on funds from Commonwealth.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 24, 1992 (P.L.732, No.111), known as the Pennsylvania Quality Improvement Act, further providing for legislative findings and intent, for establishment of the Keystone Alliance for Performance Excellence Awards, for the Keystone Alliance for Performance Excellence Advisory Council; repealing provisions relating to board of examiners and panel of judges; and further providing for establishment of the foundation, for awards and for restriction on funds from Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1158/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1158","sponsor":"Joseph Markosek"},
{"bill_id":319540,"bill_number":"HB1188","title":"In rules of the road in general, providing for limitation on use of parking lots and gas stations for turning.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rules of the road in general, providing for limitation on use of parking lots and gas stations for turning.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1188/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1188","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":319562,"bill_number":"HR215","title":"Recognizing the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"National Library Week\" and April 12, 2011, as \"National Library Workers Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as \"National Library Week\" and April 12, 2011, as \"National Library Workers Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR215/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=215","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":319620,"bill_number":"HB1274","title":"Further providing for requirement of withholding tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for requirement of withholding tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1274/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1274","sponsor":"Ryan Aument"},
{"bill_id":319634,"bill_number":"HR207","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to research and evaluate Commonwealth funding of Pennsylvania museums.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to research and evaluate Commonwealth funding of Pennsylvania museums.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR207/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=207","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":319651,"bill_number":"SB186","title":"Further providing for the Children's Trust Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1988 (P.L.1235, No.151), known as the Children's Trust Fund Act, further providing for the Children's Trust Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB186/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=186","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":319654,"bill_number":"HB1089","title":"Providing for the Pennsylvania Clean Vehicles Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 8, 1960 (1959 P.L.2119, No.787), known as the Air Pollution Control Act, providing for the Pennsylvania Clean Vehicles Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-20","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-20","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1089/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1089","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":319658,"bill_number":"HB1166","title":"Further providing for regulatory authority of board.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for regulatory authority of board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1166/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1166","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":319669,"bill_number":"HR155","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR155/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=155","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":319677,"bill_number":"HB1339","title":"Providing for police fuel reimbursement surcharge; and establishing the Police Fuel Reimbursement Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for police fuel reimbursement surcharge; and establishing the Police Fuel Reimbursement Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1339/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1339","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":319694,"bill_number":"HR202","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to investigate the potential cost savings and other benefits, as well as challenges, to school districts of implementing a four-day school week schedule.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to investigate the potential cost savings and other benefits, as well as challenges, to school districts of implementing a four-day school week schedule.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR202/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=202","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":319702,"bill_number":"HB1102","title":"Providing for burial details for veterans at other cemeteries.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for burial details for veterans at other cemeteries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1102/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1102","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":319704,"bill_number":"HB1328","title":"In private police, further providing for appointment by nonprofit educational corporations.","description":"An Act amending Title 22 (Detectives and Private Police) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in private police, further providing for appointment by nonprofit educational corporations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1328/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1328","sponsor":"Mike Carroll"},
{"bill_id":319713,"bill_number":"SB955","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for specific powers and duties with regard to opioid addiction treatment.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.221, No.63), known as the Pennsylvania Drug and Alcohol Abuse Control Act, further providing for definitions; and providing for specific powers and duties with regard to opioid addiction treatment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB955/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=955","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":319714,"bill_number":"SB856","title":"In municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB856/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=856","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":319755,"bill_number":"HB1211","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for well spacing requirements; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for definitions; providing for well spacing requirements; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1211/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1211","sponsor":"Gregory Vitali"},
{"bill_id":319764,"bill_number":"HR187","title":"Recognizing April 27, 2011, as \"Summer Camps Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 27, 2011, as \"Summer Camps Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR187/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=187","sponsor":"Sandra Major"},
{"bill_id":319812,"bill_number":"HR140","title":"Urging the Governor to form a commission or take other executive action to rename Negro Mountain in Somerset County to accurately reflect the history of the region, and to update related governmental agency brochures, plaques and signs.","description":"A Resolution urging the Governor to form a commission or take other executive action to rename Negro Mountain in Somerset County to accurately reflect the history of the region, and to update related governmental agency brochures, plaques and signs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR140/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=140","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":319814,"bill_number":"HB1382","title":"Providing for voting by mail; imposing penalties; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 25 (Elections) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for voting by mail; imposing penalties; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1382/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1382","sponsor":"Nickolas Kotik"},
{"bill_id":319823,"bill_number":"HB1352","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for background checks of prospective employees and conviction of employees of certain offenses; providing for collection of identifying information of students attending institutions of higher education, for moratorium on certain data collection systems and data sets and for certified safety committees; in school finances, providing for reopening of 2011-2012 budget; in grounds and buildings, providing for acquisition of buildings, sites for school buildings and playgrounds and disposing thereof; further providing for approval by department of plans of buildings and exceptions and for approval of lease agreements; in intermediate units, further providing for subsidies for services and for financial reports; in district and assistant superintendents, further providing for purpose and for eligibility; in professional employees, providing for professional and temporary professional employees of schools formerly operated by the Commonwealth; in certification of teachers, further providing for certificates qualifying persons to teach, for kinds of State certificates, for continuing professional development, for program of continuing professional education, for continuing professional education for school or system leaders and for certificates issued by other states; providing for postbaccalaureate certification; in pupils and attendance, further providing for admission of beginners, for cost of tuition and maintenance of certain exceptional children in approved institutions; in safe schools, further providing for reporting, for safe schools advocate in school districts of the first class, for standing and for enforcement; in interscholastic athletics accountability, further providing for council recommendations and standards; in opportunities for educational excellence, further providing for definitions, for responsibilities of school entities, for concurrent enrollment committees, for concurrent enrollment agreements and for enrollment in concurrent courses; in charter schools, further providing for school staff; in community colleges, further providing for financial program and reimbursement of payments; in transfers of credits between institutions of higher education, further providing for duties of public institutions of higher education; providing for participation by State-related institutions; in funding for public libraries, providing for State aid for 2011-2012; in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for definitions, for basic education funding for student achievement and for accountability to Commonwealth taxpayers; providing for basic education funding for 2010-2011 school year; and further providing for payments to intermediate units, for special education payments to school districts, for payments on account of homebound children, for payments on account of pupil transportation and for Pennsylvania Accountability Grants.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, further providing for background checks of prospective employees and conviction of employees of certain offenses; providing for collection of identifying information of students attending institutions of higher education, for moratorium on certain data collection systems and data sets and for certified safety committees; in school finances, providing for reopening of 2011-2012 budget; in grounds and buildings, providing for acquisition of buildings, sites for school buildings and playgrounds and disposing thereof; further providing for approval by department of plans of buildings and exceptions and for approval of lease agreements; in intermediate units, further providing for subsidies for services and for financial reports; in district and assistant superintendents, further providing for purpose and for eligibility; in professional employees, providing for professional and temporary professional employees of schools formerly operated by the Commonwealth; in certification of teachers, further providing for certificates qualifying persons to teach, for kinds of State certificates, for continuing professional development, for program of continuing professional education, for continuing professional education for school or system leaders and for certificates issued by other states; providing for postbaccalaureate certification; in pupils and attendance, further providing for admission of beginners, for cost of tuition and maintenance of certain exceptional children in approved institutions; in safe schools, further providing for reporting, for safe schools advocate in school districts of the first class, for standing and for enforcement; in interscholastic athletics accountability, further providing for council recommendations and standards; in opportunities for educational excellence, further providing for definitions, for responsibilities of school entities, for concurrent enrollment committees, for concurrent enrollment agreements and for enrollment in concurrent courses; in charter schools, further providing for school staff; in community colleges, further providing for financial program and reimbursement of payments; in transfers of credits between institutions of higher education, further providing for duties of public institutions of higher education; providing for participation by State-related institutions; in funding for public libraries, providing for State aid for 2011-2012; in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for definitions, for basic education funding for student achievement and for accountability to Commonwealth taxpayers; providing for basic education funding for 2010-2011 school year; and further providing for payments to intermediate units, for special education payments to school districts, for payments on account of homebound children, for payments on account of pupil transportation and for Pennsylvania Accountability Grants.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 24","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1352/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1352","sponsor":"Todd Stephens"},
{"bill_id":319832,"bill_number":"SR81","title":"Recognizing the month of April 2011 as \"Month of the Military Child\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2011 as \"Month of the Military Child\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR81/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=81","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":319841,"bill_number":"SB177","title":"Further providing for definitions and for Statewide bonding program; providing for mentor-protege program, for small business reserve, for reciprocity of certifications, for oversight and responsibility and for prime contractors' performance; further providing for contractors' and subcontractors' payment obligations; and making appropriations.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for Statewide bonding program; providing for mentor-protege program, for small business reserve, for reciprocity of certifications, for oversight and responsibility and for prime contractors' performance; further providing for contractors' and subcontractors' payment obligations; and making appropriations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB177/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=177","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":319848,"bill_number":"SB895","title":"Establishing the Methadone Death and Incident Review Team and providing for its powers and duties; and imposing a penalty.","description":"An Act establishing the Methadone Death and Incident Review Team and providing for its powers and duties; and imposing a penalty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB895/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=895","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":319884,"bill_number":"SB997","title":"In administrative organization, further providing for advisory boards and commissions; and, in powers and duties of Department of Health and its departmental administrative and advisory boards, establishing the Advisory Board on Acquired Brain Injury.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in administrative organization, further providing for advisory boards and commissions; and, in powers and duties of Department of Health and its departmental administrative and advisory boards, establishing the Advisory Board on Acquired Brain Injury.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-21","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-04-21","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB997/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=997","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":319911,"bill_number":"HB1137","title":"Providing for ethics in government; prohibiting certain uses of public funds; and providing for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for ethics in government; prohibiting certain uses of public funds; and providing for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1137/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1137","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":319912,"bill_number":"HB1161","title":"Providing for dispute resolution for the education of exceptional children.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for dispute resolution for the education of exceptional children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1161/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1161","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":319925,"bill_number":"HB1101","title":"In inchoate crimes, providing for the offense of participation in a criminal street gang; establishing the Criminal Street Gang Prevention Fund; and, in forfeitures, providing for the forfeiture of property associated with criminal street gang activity, for process and seizure and for the powers and duties of the Attorney General.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inchoate crimes, providing for the offense of participation in a criminal street gang; establishing the Criminal Street Gang Prevention Fund; and, in forfeitures, providing for the forfeiture of property associated with criminal street gang activity, for process and seizure and for the powers and duties of the Attorney General.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1101/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1101","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":319933,"bill_number":"HR174","title":"Recognizing April 29, 2011, as \"Arbor Day\"; promoting public participation in the celebration; and further recognizing the value of trees to our environment.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 29, 2011, as \"Arbor Day\"; promoting public participation in the celebration; and further recognizing the value of trees to our environment.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR174/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=174","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":319939,"bill_number":"HB1092","title":"Providing for the Office of Veteran Advocate; assigning duties to the Office of Attorney General; and authorizing an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for the Office of Veteran Advocate; assigning duties to the Office of Attorney General; and authorizing an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1092/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1092","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":319968,"bill_number":"SR78","title":"Amending the Rules of the Senate for the 195th and 196th Regular Session, further providing for Committee on Ethics and Official Conduct; and providing for duties of the Ethics Counsel.","description":"A Resolution amending the Rules of the Senate for the 195th and 196th Regular Session, further providing for Committee on Ethics and Official Conduct; and providing for duties of the Ethics Counsel.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":"Rules & Executive Nominations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR78/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=78","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":319976,"bill_number":"HB1367","title":"Further providing for administration.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for administration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1367/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1367","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":319987,"bill_number":"SB855","title":"An act providing for workplace health and safety standards for public employees; providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of Labor and Industry; establishing the Pennsylvania Occupational Safety and Health Review Board; providing for workplace inspections; and imposing penalties.","description":"An act providing for workplace health and safety standards for public employees; providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of Labor and Industry; establishing the Pennsylvania Occupational Safety and Health Review Board; providing for workplace inspections; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB855/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=855","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":319989,"bill_number":"HR214","title":"Alerting the citizens of this Commonwealth about the release of \"School Shooter: North American Tour 2012,\" strongly urging parents, guardians and others who care for children to carefully monitor their children's use of all media and encouraging retailers to refrain from selling School Shooter in their retail establishments.","description":"A Resolution alerting the citizens of this Commonwealth about the release of \"School Shooter: North American Tour 2012,\" strongly urging parents, guardians and others who care for children to carefully monitor their children's use of all media and encouraging retailers to refrain from selling School Shooter in their retail establishments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR214/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=214","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":320000,"bill_number":"SR73","title":"Designating the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as the \"Week of the Young Child\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 10 through 16, 2011, as the \"Week of the Young Child\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR73/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=73","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":320008,"bill_number":"HB1209","title":"Further providing for health services and for dental examinations and dental hygiene services.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for health services and for dental examinations and dental hygiene services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1209/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1209","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":320034,"bill_number":"SB889","title":"In accidents and accident reports, further providing for the offense of accidents involving death or personal injury.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in accidents and accident reports, further providing for the offense of accidents involving death or personal injury.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB889/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=889","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":320047,"bill_number":"HR205","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Sexual Assault Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Sexual Assault Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-12","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR205/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=205","sponsor":"Rosemary Brown"},
{"bill_id":320126,"bill_number":"HR230","title":"Recognizing April 2011 as \"National County Government Month\" in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 2011 as \"National County Government Month\" in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR230/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=230","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":320136,"bill_number":"SB964","title":"Providing for the licensing and regulation of cremation; prescribing penalties; and establishing the Crematory Regulation Fund.","description":"An Act providing for the licensing and regulation of cremation; prescribing penalties; and establishing the Crematory Regulation Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Re-committed to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB964/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=964","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":320168,"bill_number":"HB1366","title":"In rules of the road in general, further providing for following too closely; and, in other required equipment, further providing for general requirements for school buses.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rules of the road in general, further providing for following too closely; and, in other required equipment, further providing for general requirements for school buses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1366/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1366","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":320175,"bill_number":"SB910","title":"Further providing for title of act, for findings and declaration of policy and for right to freedom from discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodation; further defining \"employer\" and defining \"sexual orientation\" and \"gender identity or expression\"; and further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices, for prohibition of certain real estate practices, for powers and duties of commission, for education program and for construction and exclusiveness of remedy.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, further providing for title of act, for findings and declaration of policy and for right to freedom from discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodation; further defining \"employer\" and defining \"sexual orientation\" and \"gender identity or expression\"; and further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices, for prohibition of certain real estate practices, for powers and duties of commission, for education program and for construction and exclusiveness of remedy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB910/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=910","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":320184,"bill_number":"SB885","title":"Providing for the definition of \"commercial sex\"; further providing for trafficking of persons and for prostitution and related offenses; and providing for motion to vacate conviction for prostitution.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the definition of \"commercial sex\"; further providing for trafficking of persons and for prostitution and related offenses; and providing for motion to vacate conviction for prostitution.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB885/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=885","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":320197,"bill_number":"SB860","title":"Further providing for shared work program.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for shared work program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-03-22","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB860/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=860","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":320201,"bill_number":"HR224","title":"Designating May 12, 2011, as \"Fibromyalgia Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 12, 2011, as \"Fibromyalgia Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR224/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=224","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":320209,"bill_number":"HB1365","title":"Providing for a nonbinding Statewide referendum on property tax relief.","description":"An Act providing for a nonbinding Statewide referendum on property tax relief.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1365/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1365","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":320215,"bill_number":"HR143","title":"Designating the month of June 2011 as \"Corrections Officers and Employees Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of June 2011 as \"Corrections Officers and Employees Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR143/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=143","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":320235,"bill_number":"HB1263","title":"Providing for the erosion and sedimentation program to be administered by delegation agreements between the Department of Environmental Protection and conservation districts.","description":"An Act providing for the erosion and sedimentation program to be administered by delegation agreements between the Department of Environmental Protection and conservation districts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-01","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-01","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1263/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1263","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":320262,"bill_number":"HB1098","title":"Further providing for the Rail Freight Advisory Committee.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 5, 1984 (P.L.587, No.119), known as the Rail Freight Preservation and Improvement Act, further providing for the Rail Freight Advisory Committee.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1098/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1098","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":320270,"bill_number":"HB1378","title":"Providing for special education services for nonpublic school students.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for special education services for nonpublic school students.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1378/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1378","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":320279,"bill_number":"HB1377","title":"Providing for community college educational assistance.","description":"An Act providing for community college educational assistance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1377/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1377","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":320282,"bill_number":"HB1311","title":"Further providing for transfer of programs and classes.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for transfer of programs and classes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1311/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1311","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":320286,"bill_number":"SB897","title":"Establishing a grant program for volunteer emergency service organizations to provide incentives for establishing partnerships; conferring powers and duties on the Center for Local Government Services within the Department of Community and Economic Development; establishing the Volunteer Emergency Services Partnership Bond Fund and the Volunteer Emergency Services Partnership Bond Sinking Fund; and providing for funding.","description":"An Act establishing a grant program for volunteer emergency service organizations to provide incentives for establishing partnerships; conferring powers and duties on the Center for Local Government Services within the Department of Community and Economic Development; establishing the Volunteer Emergency Services Partnership Bond Fund and the Volunteer Emergency Services Partnership Bond Sinking Fund; and providing for funding.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB897/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=897","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":320308,"bill_number":"SB185","title":"Prohibiting persons ordered to undergo involuntary mental health treatment on an outpatient basis from owning firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting persons ordered to undergo involuntary mental health treatment on an outpatient basis from owning firearms.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB185/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=185","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":320331,"bill_number":"HB1268","title":"Providing for health carrier grievance procedures; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for health carrier grievance procedures; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1268/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1268","sponsor":"Florindo Fabrizio"},
{"bill_id":320345,"bill_number":"HB1312","title":"In public assistance, further providing for meeting special needs, work supports and incentives, and establishing the Job Transition Loan Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, further providing for meeting special needs, work supports and incentives, and establishing the Job Transition Loan Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1312/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1312","sponsor":"Todd Stephens"},
{"bill_id":320348,"bill_number":"HB1151","title":"Providing for the payment of damages to certain persons who were wrongly convicted.","description":"An Act providing for the payment of damages to certain persons who were wrongly convicted.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1151/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1151","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":320356,"bill_number":"SB858","title":"In district and assistant superintendents, further providing for eligibility; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in district and assistant superintendents, further providing for eligibility; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB858/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=858","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":320385,"bill_number":"HB1114","title":"Further providing for sentencing generally; providing for drug treatment program; and further providing for partial confinement.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sentencing generally; providing for drug treatment program; and further providing for partial confinement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1114/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1114","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":320402,"bill_number":"HB1065","title":"Establishing the Medical Safety Automation Program; and providing grants to implement medical safety automation systems.","description":"An Act establishing the Medical Safety Automation Program; and providing grants to implement medical safety automation systems.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1065/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1065","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":320409,"bill_number":"SB882","title":"Providing for pharmacy audit procedures.","description":"An Act providing for pharmacy audit procedures.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB882/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=882","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":320453,"bill_number":"HB1330","title":"In preliminary provisions, establishing the Special Education Funding Commission; in terms and courses of study, further providing for agreements with institutions of higher education and for definitions; in opportunities for educational excellence, further providing for concurrent enrollment agreements; extensively revising charter school provisions; establishing an educational opportunity scholarship tax credit; in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for definitions and providing for special education funding for student achievement and instruction of eligible students, for special education funding for eligible students with disabilities in Category 3, for special education accountability, for data collection and for protections; providing for educational improvement tax credit; repealing provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 relating to educational improvement tax credit; and providing for distribution of certain appropriated funds to the Department of Education for regional community college services.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, establishing the Special Education Funding Commission; in terms and courses of study, further providing for agreements with institutions of higher education and for definitions; in opportunities for educational excellence, further providing for concurrent enrollment agreements; extensively revising charter school provisions; establishing an educational opportunity scholarship tax credit; in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for definitions and providing for special education funding for student achievement and instruction of eligible students, for special education funding for eligible students with disabilities in Category 3, for special education accountability, for data collection and for protections; providing for educational improvement tax credit; repealing provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 relating to educational improvement tax credit; and providing for distribution of certain appropriated funds to the Department of Education for regional community college services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1330/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1330","sponsor":"Thomas Quigley"},
{"bill_id":320457,"bill_number":"HB1216","title":"Establishing a grant program for municipal fire and emergency services organizations; and providing for grant funding.","description":"An Act establishing a grant program for municipal fire and emergency services organizations; and providing for grant funding.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1216/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1216","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":320472,"bill_number":"HB1138","title":"Providing for automobile restriction.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for automobile restriction.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1138/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1138","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":320492,"bill_number":"HB1278","title":"Further providing for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions and for special occasion permits.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions and for special occasion permits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1278/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1278","sponsor":"Joseph Brennan"},
{"bill_id":320511,"bill_number":"HB1149","title":"Further providing for the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1149/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1149","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":320516,"bill_number":"HB1361","title":"In public assistance, repealing certain provisions relating to county liability for nursing home care for persons at county-owned facilities.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, repealing certain provisions relating to county liability for nursing home care for persons at county-owned facilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1361/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1361","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":320549,"bill_number":"HB1294","title":"Further providing for Law Bureau, other bureaus, offices and positions, for the burden of proof, for the recovery of the costs of distribution system improvement projects and for civil penalties for violations.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Law Bureau, other bureaus, offices and positions, for the burden of proof, for the recovery of the costs of distribution system improvement projects and for civil penalties for violations.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Act No. 11","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1294/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1294","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":320565,"bill_number":"HB1364","title":"Establishing the Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Prevention Fund; and providing for the deposit of a portion of the liquor tax into the fund and for use of fund.","description":"An Act establishing the Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Prevention Fund; and providing for the deposit of a portion of the liquor tax into the fund and for use of fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1364/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1364","sponsor":"Ken Smith"},
{"bill_id":320571,"bill_number":"HR178","title":"A Concurrent Resolution urging the Secretary of Education to immediately submit orders for textbooks, instructional materials and instructional equipment for loan to nonpublic schools.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution urging the Secretary of Education to immediately submit orders for textbooks, instructional materials and instructional equipment for loan to nonpublic schools.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR178/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=178","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":320642,"bill_number":"HB1146","title":"Providing for apprenticeship training tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for apprenticeship training tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1146/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1146","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":320651,"bill_number":"HB1281","title":"Designating the bridge that carries Pennsylvania Turnpike Route 43 over the Monongahela River between Denbo in the Borough of Centerville, County of Washington, and Alicia in the Township of Luzerne, County of Fayette, as the PFC Ronald C. \"Smokey\" Bakewell Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge that carries Pennsylvania Turnpike Route 43 over the Monongahela River between Denbo in the Borough of Centerville, County of Washington, and Alicia in the Township of Luzerne, County of Fayette, as the PFC Ronald C. \"Smokey\" Bakewell Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-06","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1281/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1281","sponsor":"William DeWeese"},
{"bill_id":320671,"bill_number":"SB874","title":"Reenacting and amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code.","description":"An Act reenacting and amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-22","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB874/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=874","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":320707,"bill_number":"HB1116","title":"Further providing for compensation of jurors.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for compensation of jurors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1116/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1116","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":320711,"bill_number":"SR69","title":"Recognizing April 6, 2011, as \"National Start! Walking Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 6, 2011, as \"National Start! Walking Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR69/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=69","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":320721,"bill_number":"SB676","title":"Providing for expiration for corporate net income tax; establishing a commercial activity tax; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for expiration for corporate net income tax; establishing a commercial activity tax; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB676/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=676","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":320735,"bill_number":"SB870","title":"In professional employees, further providing for payment of salaries in cases of sickness, injury or death, for alternative payment plan, for persons entitled to leaves of absence, for salary while on leave and for Distinguished Educators Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in professional employees, further providing for payment of salaries in cases of sickness, injury or death, for alternative payment plan, for persons entitled to leaves of absence, for salary while on leave and for Distinguished Educators Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB870/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=870","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":320750,"bill_number":"HR170","title":"Designating April 6, 2011, as \"PANO Nonprofit Advocacy Day on the Hill\" in Pennsylvania, and April 4 through 9, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Nonprofit Advocacy Week.\"","description":"A Resolution designating April 6, 2011, as \"PANO Nonprofit Advocacy Day on the Hill\" in Pennsylvania, and April 4 through 9, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Nonprofit Advocacy Week.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR170/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=170","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":320775,"bill_number":"HB1119","title":"Further providing for appropriations for ensuing years.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for appropriations for ensuing years.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1119/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1119","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":320804,"bill_number":"HB1383","title":"In taxation by school districts, further providing for adoption of preliminary budget proposals and for public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes; and, in tax relief in cities of the first class, further providing for tax relief; and providing for fiscal threats or conditions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, in taxation by school districts, further providing for adoption of preliminary budget proposals and for public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes; and, in tax relief in cities of the first class, further providing for tax relief; and providing for fiscal threats or conditions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1383/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1383","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":320812,"bill_number":"HR210","title":"Extending condolences to the family of Troy Beaverson, dedicated husband, father, friend and employee of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, who died August 29, 2010.","description":"A Resolution extending condolences to the family of Troy Beaverson, dedicated husband, father, friend and employee of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, who died August 29, 2010.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-13","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR210/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=210","sponsor":"Sheryl Delozier"},
{"bill_id":320825,"bill_number":"HB1120","title":"Providing for an age verification system.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, providing for an age verification system.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1120/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1120","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":320838,"bill_number":"SB190","title":"Further providing for definitions and for unlawful acts or practices.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for definitions and for unlawful acts or practices.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-03-25","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB190/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=190","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":320840,"bill_number":"HB1233","title":"Further providing for rape and for involuntary deviate sexual intercourse; providing for loss of property rights by certain offenders and for conduct relating to sex offenders; further providing for failure to comply with sexual offender registration requirements; defining \"GPS\" and \"GPS tracking device\"; further providing for registration and for registration procedures and applicability; providing for GPS tracking, for restricted travel, for alert system and for child protective zones; and further providing for offenses against infant persons, for information made available on the Internet and for global positioning system technology.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for rape and for involuntary deviate sexual intercourse; providing for loss of property rights by certain offenders and for conduct relating to sex offenders; further providing for failure to comply with sexual offender registration requirements; defining \"GPS\" and \"GPS tracking device\"; further providing for registration and for registration procedures and applicability; providing for GPS tracking, for restricted travel, for alert system and for child protective zones; and further providing for offenses against infant persons, for information made available on the Internet and for global positioning system technology.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1233/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1233","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":320857,"bill_number":"SB907","title":"Providing for time for filing returns for certain sales and use taxpayers; establishing a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund; in borrowing for capital facilities, further providing for definitions, for Neighborhood Improvement Zone Fund, for Keystone Opportunity Zone and for duration and providing for Commonwealth pledges and for confidentiality, providing for financially distressed municipalities and for Keystone Special Development Zones; in education tax credits, making an editorial change and providing for Department of Revenue and for Department of Community and Economic Development; in special funds, further providing for funding and reviving and further providing for investments; providing for 2011-2012 budget implementation and restrictions; in general budget implementation, further providing for executive offices and for the Auditor General, providing for Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority Accounts, further providing for the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, repealing provisions related to the Legislative Department, providing for the Catastrophic Loss Benefits Continuation Fund and further providing for the State Gaming Fund; in 2010-2011 budget implementation, further providing for the Department of Education; providing for audits; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, providing for time for filing returns for certain sales and use taxpayers; establishing a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund; in borrowing for capital facilities, further providing for definitions, for Neighborhood Improvement Zone Fund, for Keystone Opportunity Zone and for duration and providing for Commonwealth pledges and for confidentiality, providing for financially distressed municipalities and for Keystone Special Development Zones; in education tax credits, making an editorial change and providing for Department of Revenue and for Department of Community and Economic Development; in special funds, further providing for funding and reviving and further providing for investments; providing for 2011-2012 budget implementation and restrictions; in general budget implementation, further providing for executive offices and for the Auditor General, providing for Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority Accounts, further providing for the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, repealing provisions related to the Legislative Department, providing for the Catastrophic Loss Benefits Continuation Fund and further providing for the State Gaming Fund; in 2010-2011 budget implementation, further providing for the Department of Education; providing for audits; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 26","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB907/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=907","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":320862,"bill_number":"SR70","title":"Designating the week of April 4 through 8, 2011, as \"Community Banking Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 4 through 8, 2011, as \"Community Banking Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR70/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=70","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":320885,"bill_number":"SR61","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Lupus Alert Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Lupus Alert Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR61/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=61","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":320913,"bill_number":"HB1325","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for licenses and for sale or transfer of firearms; and imposing duties on the Attorney General.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for licenses and for sale or transfer of firearms; and imposing duties on the Attorney General.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-08","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-08","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1325/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1325","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":320931,"bill_number":"HB1170","title":"Further providing for emergency vehicles.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 21, 1937 (P.L.774, No.211), referred to as the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Act, further providing for emergency vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1170/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1170","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":320992,"bill_number":"HR135","title":"Honoring Schramm, Inc., and its employees for their technology, resourcefulness and assistance in the rescue of 33 Chilean miners.","description":"A Resolution honoring Schramm, Inc., and its employees for their technology, resourcefulness and assistance in the rescue of 33 Chilean miners.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Adopted (202-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR135/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=135","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":321006,"bill_number":"HB1066","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-15","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1066/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1066","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":321042,"bill_number":"HB1218","title":"Providing for contact information of a county agency to be provided to a dependent child.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for contact information of a county agency to be provided to a dependent child.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1218/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1218","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":321077,"bill_number":"SB971","title":"Further providing for limitation on certain governmental actions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for limitation on certain governmental actions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-15","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-04-15","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB971/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=971","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":321078,"bill_number":"HR176","title":"Designating April 16, 2011, as \"World Voice Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 16, 2011, as \"World Voice Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Adopted (202-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR176/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=176","sponsor":"Susan Helm"},
{"bill_id":321089,"bill_number":"SB898","title":"Further providing for temporary cessation and for local ordinances.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1093, No.219), known as the Noncoal Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act, further providing for temporary cessation and for local ordinances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB898/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=898","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":321093,"bill_number":"HB1223","title":"In pupils and attendance, further prohibiting possession of telephone pagers and certain electronic devices.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, further prohibiting possession of telephone pagers and certain electronic devices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1223/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1223","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":321109,"bill_number":"HB1224","title":"In authorized disposition of offenders, further providing for sentence for murder and murder of an unborn child; and in crimes against unborn child, further providing for the offenses of murder of unborn child and voluntary manslaughter of unborn child.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in authorized disposition of offenders, further providing for sentence for murder and murder of an unborn child; and in crimes against unborn child, further providing for the offenses of murder of unborn child and voluntary manslaughter of unborn child.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1224/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1224","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":321114,"bill_number":"HB1171","title":"Further providing for political influence.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for political influence.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1171/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1171","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":321176,"bill_number":"SR80","title":"Designating April 11, 2011, as \"Lincoln University Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 11, 2011, as \"Lincoln University Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-11","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR80/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=80","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":321177,"bill_number":"HB1257","title":"Providing for access to Advanced Placement for all students.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for access to Advanced Placement for all students.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-01","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-01","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1257/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1257","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":321192,"bill_number":"SB871","title":"Further providing for continuing professional development and for program of continuing professional development.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for continuing professional development and for program of continuing professional development.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-03-31","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-13","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB871/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=871","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":321205,"bill_number":"HR169","title":"Observing the month of April 2011 as \"Donate Life Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing the month of April 2011 as \"Donate Life Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR169/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=169","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":321206,"bill_number":"HB62","title":"In snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, providing for snowmobile trails.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, providing for snowmobile trails.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB62/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=62","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":321221,"bill_number":"HB1260","title":"Further providing for sentencing procedure for murder of the first degree.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sentencing procedure for murder of the first degree.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1260/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1260","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":321259,"bill_number":"HB1362","title":"Requiring administration of a baseline test and removal from athletic activity of an athlete who shows symptoms of a concussion.","description":"An Act requiring administration of a baseline test and removal from athletic activity of an athlete who shows symptoms of a concussion.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1362/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1362","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":321286,"bill_number":"HB1227","title":"In educational improvement tax credit, further providing for tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in educational improvement tax credit, further providing for tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-29","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-03-29","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1227/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1227","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":321302,"bill_number":"HR171","title":"Honoring the 50th anniversary of the United States Peace Corps and memorializing the United States Postal Service to issue a postage stamp to benefit the Peace Corps.","description":"A Resolution honoring the 50th anniversary of the United States Peace Corps and memorializing the United States Postal Service to issue a postage stamp to benefit the Peace Corps.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR171/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=171","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":321324,"bill_number":"HB1174","title":"In emergency telephone service, providing for prohibited release of information.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in emergency telephone service, providing for prohibited release of information.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-26","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1174/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1174","sponsor":"Joseph Hackett"},
{"bill_id":321332,"bill_number":"HB1200","title":"Further providing for short title of chapter, for purpose and for definitions; providing for establishment and operation of nominating committee, for Public Integrity Commission, for limitations on activities by commissioners and employees, for powers and duties of commission, for authority, qualification, training and identification of investigative employees designated as law enforcement officers, for photo identification, for immunity of witnesses and for enforcement of subpoenas; further providing for restricted activities, for statement of financial interests required to be filed, for investigations by commission and for penalties; providing for costs restitutions and forfeiture; further providing for wrongful use of chapter; and providing for disclosure of executive session testimony and investigative records, for privileged statements and reports, for commission disclosure of economic interests and for applicable statutes.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for short title of chapter, for purpose and for definitions; providing for establishment and operation of nominating committee, for Public Integrity Commission, for limitations on activities by commissioners and employees, for powers and duties of commission, for authority, qualification, training and identification of investigative employees designated as law enforcement officers, for photo identification, for immunity of witnesses and for enforcement of subpoenas; further providing for restricted activities, for statement of financial interests required to be filed, for investigations by commission and for penalties; providing for costs restitutions and forfeiture; further providing for wrongful use of chapter; and providing for disclosure of executive session testimony and investigative records, for privileged statements and reports, for commission disclosure of economic interests and for applicable statutes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-05","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-05","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1200/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1200","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":321349,"bill_number":"HB1180","title":"Further providing for commercial driver's license qualification standards.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for commercial driver's license qualification standards.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1180/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1180","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":321351,"bill_number":"HB1075","title":"Establishing a Statewide academic scholarship program to be known as the Reliable Educational Assistance for College Hopefuls Scholarship; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","description":"An Act establishing a Statewide academic scholarship program to be known as the Reliable Educational Assistance for College Hopefuls Scholarship; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1075/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1075","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":321367,"bill_number":"HR194","title":"A Concurrent Resolution urging the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania to revise the Rules of Civil Procedure to provide for temporary relief for mortgage foreclosure.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution urging the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania to revise the Rules of Civil Procedure to provide for temporary relief for mortgage foreclosure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR194/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=194","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":321401,"bill_number":"SB996","title":"Further providing for industrial wastes discharge.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 22, 1937 (P.L.1987, No.394), known as The Clean Streams Law, further providing for industrial wastes discharge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-21","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-21","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB996/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=996","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":321403,"bill_number":"HR183","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a performance audit of the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging and to report back to the General Assembly with their findings and recommendations.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a performance audit of the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging and to report back to the General Assembly with their findings and recommendations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-06","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-04-06","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR183/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=183","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":321432,"bill_number":"HB1118","title":"Providing for oversight and review of capital projects; establishing the Capital Projects Oversight Board and providing for its powers and duties.","description":"An Act providing for oversight and review of capital projects; establishing the Capital Projects Oversight Board and providing for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-03-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-03-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1118/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1118","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":325382,"bill_number":"SB687","title":"Further providing for pollution control technology projects; and providing for energy service project grants, for green work force training and for a transfer of funds.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 2008 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Alternative Energy Investment Act, further providing for pollution control technology projects; and providing for energy service project grants, for green work force training and for a transfer of funds.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB687/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=687","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":325410,"bill_number":"HR241","title":"Designating the week of May 15 through 21, 2011, as \"Emergency Medical Services Week\" and May 18, 2011, as \"Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 15 through 21, 2011, as \"Emergency Medical Services Week\" and May 18, 2011, as \"Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR241/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=241","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":325423,"bill_number":"SB977","title":"In civil service, further providing for promotions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, in civil service, further providing for promotions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB977/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=977","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":325430,"bill_number":"SB926","title":"Further providing for board composition.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1956 (1955 P.L.1414, No.465), known as the Second Class County Port Authority Act, further providing for board composition.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB926/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=926","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":325439,"bill_number":"HR242","title":"Declaring the week of May 2 through 6, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Academic Competition Week\" in Pennsylvania; and urging the Department of Education, local school districts and intermediate units to participate in the 20th annual Statewide Pennsylvania Academic Competition on May 6, 2011.","description":"A Resolution declaring the week of May 2 through 6, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Academic Competition Week\" in Pennsylvania; and urging the Department of Education, local school districts and intermediate units to participate in the 20th annual Statewide Pennsylvania Academic Competition on May 6, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR242/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=242","sponsor":"Mark Gillen"},
{"bill_id":325443,"bill_number":"SB1002","title":"Providing for the offense of home invasion.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the offense of home invasion.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1002/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1002","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":325448,"bill_number":"SB974","title":"Adding definitions; and further providing for false statements, investigations and penalty and for reporting fraud.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, adding definitions; and further providing for false statements, investigations and penalty and for reporting fraud.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB974/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=974","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":325452,"bill_number":"SB693","title":"Providing for alternative payment; in capital stock and franchise tax, further providing for imposition of tax and for expiration; and providing for alternative minimum tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for alternative payment; in capital stock and franchise tax, further providing for imposition of tax and for expiration; and providing for alternative minimum tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB693/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=693","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":325453,"bill_number":"SB998","title":"Further providing for the rate of taxation.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 5, 1932 (Sp.Sess., P.L.45, No.45), referred to as the Sterling Act, further providing for the rate of taxation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB998/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=998","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":325455,"bill_number":"SB1005","title":"In preliminary provisions, further defining \"eligible entity.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in preliminary provisions, further defining \"eligible entity.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1005/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1005","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":325462,"bill_number":"HR246","title":"Designating the month of April 2011 as \"Alcohol Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2011 as \"Alcohol Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR246/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=246","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":325471,"bill_number":"SB690","title":"Further providing for Commonwealth Financing Authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 2008 (P.L.908, No.63), known as the H2O PA Act, further providing for Commonwealth Financing Authority.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB690/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=690","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":325481,"bill_number":"HB10","title":"Further providing for title, for legislative findings, for definitions, for port authorities, for board, for eminent domain, for conveyance and for integrated operation; providing for exclusive jurisdiction and for report; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1956 (1955 P.L.1414, No.465), known as the Second Class County Port Authority Act, further providing for title, for legislative findings, for definitions, for port authorities, for board, for eminent domain, for conveyance and for integrated operation; providing for exclusive jurisdiction and for report; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Act No. 61","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB10/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=10","sponsor":"Michael Turzai"},
{"bill_id":325482,"bill_number":"HR245","title":"Recognizing the \"2011 Days of Remembrance,\" May 1 through 7, 2011, and \"Holocaust Remembrance Day,\" May 1, 2011, in commemoration of the millions of innocent victims of Nazi atrocities.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the \"2011 Days of Remembrance,\" May 1 through 7, 2011, and \"Holocaust Remembrance Day,\" May 1, 2011, in commemoration of the millions of innocent victims of Nazi atrocities.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR245/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=245","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":325483,"bill_number":"HR243","title":"Recognizing April 30, 2011, as \"National Prescription Drug Take Back Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 30, 2011, as \"National Prescription Drug Take Back Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR243/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=243","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":325485,"bill_number":"SB985","title":"Further providing for vacancy in the office of county commissioner.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, further providing for vacancy in the office of county commissioner.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB985/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=985","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":325490,"bill_number":"SB1004","title":"Providing for the establishment of the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund Program; imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; and establishing the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment of the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund Program; imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; and establishing the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1004/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1004","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":325495,"bill_number":"HB1393","title":"Codifying the provisions of the Motor Vehicle Sales Finance Act and the Goods and Services Installment Sales Act; making conforming amendments to Title 42; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, codifying the provisions of the Motor Vehicle Sales Finance Act and the Goods and Services Installment Sales Act; making conforming amendments to Title 42; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1393/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1393","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":325497,"bill_number":"HB1385","title":"Providing for special plate for fallen police officers.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for special plate for fallen police officers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1385/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1385","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":325513,"bill_number":"SB982","title":"Repealing provisions relating to removal of township officer for failure to perform duties.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, repealing provisions relating to removal of township officer for failure to perform duties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB982/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=982","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":325516,"bill_number":"SB984","title":"Further providing for vacancy in the office of county commissioner.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for vacancy in the office of county commissioner.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB984/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=984","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":325520,"bill_number":"SB983","title":"Amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.249, No.35), entitled \"An act providing that the town councils of incorporated towns shall have the right to declare vacant the seats of councilmen or presidents of town councils for failure to qualify and for failure to attend meetings or vote upon questions before the council,\" repealing provisions relating to nonfeasance in office.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.249, No.35), entitled \"An act providing that the town councils of incorporated towns shall have the right to declare vacant the seats of councilmen or presidents of town councils for failure to qualify and for failure to attend meetings or vote upon questions before the council,\" repealing provisions relating to nonfeasance in office.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB983/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=983","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":325523,"bill_number":"HB1391","title":"Providing for possession of explosive components.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for possession of explosive components.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1391/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1391","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":325539,"bill_number":"HR240","title":"Designating May 1, 2011, as \"The Battle of the Crooked Billet Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 1, 2011, as \"The Battle of the Crooked Billet Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR240/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=240","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":325546,"bill_number":"SB691","title":"Providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry in job creation; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry in job creation; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB691/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=691","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":325547,"bill_number":"SB980","title":"Repealing provisions relating to right of council to declare seat of member vacant for failure to attend meetings.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, repealing provisions relating to right of council to declare seat of member vacant for failure to attend meetings.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB980/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=980","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":325562,"bill_number":"SB988","title":"Providing for additional costs for rehabilitation and maintenance.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 7, 1947 (P.L.1368, No.542), known as the Real Estate Tax Sale Law, providing for additional costs for rehabilitation and maintenance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB988/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=988","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":325568,"bill_number":"SB961","title":"In sheriff and coroner, further providing for official records of coroner.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in sheriff and coroner, further providing for official records of coroner.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-20","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB961/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=961","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":325572,"bill_number":"HB1386","title":"Further providing for table game taxes.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for table game taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1386/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1386","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":325582,"bill_number":"SB987","title":"Further providing for form of permanent recordation and for copies of destroyed records.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for form of permanent recordation and for copies of destroyed records.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB987/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=987","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":325584,"bill_number":"SB1000","title":"Providing for the lapsing of legislative budget balances.","description":"An Act providing for the lapsing of legislative budget balances.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1000/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1000","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":325590,"bill_number":"SB1001","title":"Further providing for restraint systems.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for restraint systems.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1001/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1001","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":325591,"bill_number":"HB1389","title":"Expanding provisions relating to sentence for murder, murder of unborn child and murder of law enforcement officer, criminal homicide of law enforcement officer and assault of law enforcement officer to include first responders; imposing penalties; and further providing for sentences for offenses committed against law enforcement officer.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, expanding provisions relating to sentence for murder, murder of unborn child and murder of law enforcement officer, criminal homicide of law enforcement officer and assault of law enforcement officer to include first responders; imposing penalties; and further providing for sentences for offenses committed against law enforcement officer.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1389/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1389","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":325595,"bill_number":"HB1390","title":"Further providing for summons and service and for appeal by tenant to common pleas court.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, further providing for summons and service and for appeal by tenant to common pleas court.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1390/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1390","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":325596,"bill_number":"HR238","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to examine the causal factors of home foreclosure in this Commonwealth and make recommendations on best practices for mitigating foreclosure.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to examine the causal factors of home foreclosure in this Commonwealth and make recommendations on best practices for mitigating foreclosure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR238/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=238","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":325602,"bill_number":"SB973","title":"Providing for fraud detection system and for income eligibility verification system.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for fraud detection system and for income eligibility verification system.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB973/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=973","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":325612,"bill_number":"HB1388","title":"Further providing, in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, for grading, for penalties and for ignition interlock.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing, in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, for grading, for penalties and for ignition interlock.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1388/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1388","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":325626,"bill_number":"SB688","title":"Further providing for alternative and clean energy supply chain initiatives.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 2008 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Alternative Energy Investment Act, further providing for alternative and clean energy supply chain initiatives.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB688/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=688","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":325630,"bill_number":"HB1396","title":"In corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions, for imposition, for reports and payment and for consolidated reports; and in general provisions, further providing for underpayment of estimated tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions, for imposition, for reports and payment and for consolidated reports; and in general provisions, further providing for underpayment of estimated tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1396/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1396","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":325634,"bill_number":"HB1387","title":"Amending the act of June 9, 1936 (Sp.Sess. 1, P.L.13, No.4), entitled, as reenacted and amended, \"An act imposing an emergency State tax on liquor, as herein defined, sold by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board; providing for the collection and payment of such tax; and imposing duties upon the Department of Revenue and the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board,\" further providing for the emergency tax on liquor.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 9, 1936 (Sp.Sess. 1, P.L.13, No.4), entitled, as reenacted and amended, \"An act imposing an emergency State tax on liquor, as herein defined, sold by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board; providing for the collection and payment of such tax; and imposing duties upon the Department of Revenue and the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board,\" further providing for the emergency tax on liquor.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1387/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1387","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":325636,"bill_number":"SB978","title":"In civil service for police and firemen, further providing for examinations and for eligibility list and manner of filling appointments.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, in civil service for police and firemen, further providing for examinations and for eligibility list and manner of filling appointments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB978/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=978","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":325637,"bill_number":"SB1003","title":"Providing for the medical use of marijuana; and repealing provisions of law that prohibit and penalize marijuana use.","description":"An Act providing for the medical use of marijuana; and repealing provisions of law that prohibit and penalize marijuana use.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1003/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1003","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":325649,"bill_number":"SB995","title":"In Commonwealth services, requiring that the operator of each permitted unconventional wells within Pennsylvania post certain 911 response information at the entrance to each unconventional well site.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth services, requiring that the operator of each permitted unconventional wells within Pennsylvania post certain 911 response information at the entrance to each unconventional well site.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-02","last_action":"Act No. 9","last_action_date":"2012-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB995/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=995","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":325653,"bill_number":"SB940","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Health Insurance Exchange; imposing duties on the Insurance Department; and providing for powers and duties of the exchange, for health benefit plan certification, for funding and publication of costs and for regulations.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Health Insurance Exchange; imposing duties on the Insurance Department; and providing for powers and duties of the exchange, for health benefit plan certification, for funding and publication of costs and for regulations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB940/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=940","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":325657,"bill_number":"SB975","title":"Further providing for prohibited use of public assistance funds.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for prohibited use of public assistance funds.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB975/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=975","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":325663,"bill_number":"SB976","title":"In public assistance, further providing for definitions and for determination of eligibility.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, further providing for definitions and for determination of eligibility.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB976/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=976","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":325670,"bill_number":"HR244","title":"Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 (COBRA) in 2011.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 (COBRA) in 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR244/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=244","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":325679,"bill_number":"HR239","title":"Commemorating the centennial anniversary of the Duquesne University School of Law.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the centennial anniversary of the Duquesne University School of Law.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR239/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=239","sponsor":"Gerald Mullery"},
{"bill_id":325680,"bill_number":"SB954","title":"Further providing for driving under influence of alcohol or controlled substance.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for driving under influence of alcohol or controlled substance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB954/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=954","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":325682,"bill_number":"SB694","title":"In corporate net income, further providing for the definition of \"taxable income.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in corporate net income, further providing for the definition of \"taxable income.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB694/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=694","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":325688,"bill_number":"SB686","title":"Further providing for pollution control technology projects; and providing for energy service project grants.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 2008 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Alternative Energy Investment Act, further providing for pollution control technology projects; and providing for energy service project grants.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-25","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB686/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=686","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":325696,"bill_number":"SB981","title":"Repealing provisions relating to failure of township officer to perform duties.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, repealing provisions relating to failure of township officer to perform duties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB981/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=981","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":325697,"bill_number":"HB1392","title":"Further providing, in resource enhancement and protection tax credit, for resource enhancement and protection tax credit program and for annual tax credits.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing, in resource enhancement and protection tax credit, for resource enhancement and protection tax credit program and for annual tax credits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1392/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1392","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":325702,"bill_number":"SB979","title":"In civil service for police and firemen, further providing for examinations and for eligibility list and manner of filling appointments.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, in civil service for police and firemen, further providing for examinations and for eligibility list and manner of filling appointments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB979/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=979","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":325706,"bill_number":"HR237","title":"Designating May 15, 2011, as \"Slovak Catholic Federation Day\" in Pennsylvania in honor of the organization's 100th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution designating May 15, 2011, as \"Slovak Catholic Federation Day\" in Pennsylvania in honor of the organization's 100th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR237/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=237","sponsor":"Sid Kavulich"},
{"bill_id":325938,"bill_number":"HB1397","title":"Providing for the offense of sexual assault by sports official, volunteer or employee of nonprofit association.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the offense of sexual assault by sports official, volunteer or employee of nonprofit association.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1397/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1397","sponsor":"Michael Vereb"},
{"bill_id":325939,"bill_number":"HB1405","title":"In criminal justice determinations, further providing for incompetence and for procedure.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 1976 (P.L.817, No.143), known as the Mental Health Procedures Act, in criminal justice determinations, further providing for incompetence and for procedure.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1405/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1405","sponsor":"Glen Grell"},
{"bill_id":325940,"bill_number":"HR247","title":"Directing the Joint State Government Commission to study and make recommendations to the General Assembly on the practice of administrative law before the Commonwealth's hearing boards.","description":"A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to study and make recommendations to the General Assembly on the practice of administrative law before the Commonwealth's hearing boards.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR247/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=247","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":325941,"bill_number":"HR248","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Healthy Babies Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Healthy Babies Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR248/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=248","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":325942,"bill_number":"HB1398","title":"In special licenses and permits, further providing for definitions and for exotic wildlife possession permits.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in special licenses and permits, further providing for definitions and for exotic wildlife possession permits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1398/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1398","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":325943,"bill_number":"HR250","title":"Observing the first week of May 2011 as \"National Physical Education and Sports Week\" and the month of May 2011 as \"National Physical Fitness and Sports Month\" in Pennsylvania, and encouraging residents of Pennsylvania to participate in ACES Day (All Children Exercising Simultaneously) on May 4, 2011.","description":"A Resolution observing the first week of May 2011 as \"National Physical Education and Sports Week\" and the month of May 2011 as \"National Physical Fitness and Sports Month\" in Pennsylvania, and encouraging residents of Pennsylvania to participate in ACES Day (All Children Exercising Simultaneously) on May 4, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR250/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=250","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":325944,"bill_number":"HB1399","title":"In general provisions, further defining \"motorcycle\"; and further providing for automated red light enforcement systems in first class cities.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further defining \"motorcycle\"; and further providing for automated red light enforcement systems in first class cities.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 129","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1399/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1399","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":325945,"bill_number":"SR94","title":"Recognizing the week of May 15 through 21, 2011, as \"National Police Week\" and May 2, 2011, as \"Police Officers' Memorial Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 15 through 21, 2011, as \"National Police Week\" and May 2, 2011, as \"Police Officers' Memorial Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR94/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=94","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":325946,"bill_number":"HB1404","title":"In primary and election expenses, further providing for the definition of \"expenditure.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in primary and election expenses, further providing for the definition of \"expenditure.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1404/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1404","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":325947,"bill_number":"HR251","title":"Designating May 3, 2011, as \"Alpha Phi Alpha Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 3, 2011, as \"Alpha Phi Alpha Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR251/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=251","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":325948,"bill_number":"HR252","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR252/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=252","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":325949,"bill_number":"HB1401","title":"Further providing for definitions and for expungement.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for expungement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1401/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1401","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":325950,"bill_number":"HR249","title":"Recognizing May 2011 as \"National Youth Traffic Safety Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 2011 as \"National Youth Traffic Safety Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR249/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=249","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":325951,"bill_number":"HB300","title":"Further providing for the title, for findings and declaration of policy, for right to freedom from discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodation; defining \"sexual orientation\" and \"gender identity or expression\"; and further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices, for prohibition of certain real estate practices, for powers and duties of commission, for education program and for construction and exclusiveness of remedy.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, further providing for the title, for findings and declaration of policy, for right to freedom from discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodation; defining \"sexual orientation\" and \"gender identity or expression\"; and further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices, for prohibition of certain real estate practices, for powers and duties of commission, for education program and for construction and exclusiveness of remedy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB300/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=300","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":325952,"bill_number":"HB1402","title":"Further providing for licensing of dealers.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for licensing of dealers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1402/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1402","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":325953,"bill_number":"SR92","title":"Designating May 1, 2011, as \"The Battle of the Crooked Billet Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 1, 2011, as \"The Battle of the Crooked Billet Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR92/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=92","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":325954,"bill_number":"HB1394","title":"Further providing for definitions, for municipal implementation of recycling programs and for facilities operation and recycling.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1988 (P.L.556, No.101), known as the Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act, further providing for definitions, for municipal implementation of recycling programs and for facilities operation and recycling.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1394/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1394","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":325955,"bill_number":"HB1403","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1403/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1403","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":325956,"bill_number":"HB1395","title":"In child custody, further providing for consideration of criminal conviction.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child custody, further providing for consideration of criminal conviction.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1395/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1395","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":325957,"bill_number":"SR95","title":"Recognizing April 27, 2011, as \"Summer Camps Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 27, 2011, as \"Summer Camps Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR95/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=95","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":325958,"bill_number":"HB1407","title":"In early learning programs, further providing for Head Start expansion and for duties of department.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in early learning programs, further providing for Head Start expansion and for duties of department.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1407/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1407","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":325959,"bill_number":"SR93","title":"Designating May 1 through 8, 2011, as \"Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 1 through 8, 2011, as \"Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-26","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR93/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=93","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":326091,"bill_number":"HB1415","title":"Further providing for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1415/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1415","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":326111,"bill_number":"HB1409","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for referendum for prevailing wage rates, for subsequent public referenda and for election interference prohibited; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for definitions; providing for referendum for prevailing wage rates, for subsequent public referenda and for election interference prohibited; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1409/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1409","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":326113,"bill_number":"HB1408","title":"Requiring warning labels on cellular telephones by the Office of Attorney General; and providing for recall.","description":"An Act requiring warning labels on cellular telephones by the Office of Attorney General; and providing for recall.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1408/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1408","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":326126,"bill_number":"HR254","title":"Expressing an intent to maintain current funding for sickle cell disease in order to provide for the continued medical treatment and social services to persons living in this Commonwealth who suffer with sickle cell disease.","description":"A Resolution expressing an intent to maintain current funding for sickle cell disease in order to provide for the continued medical treatment and social services to persons living in this Commonwealth who suffer with sickle cell disease.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR254/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=254","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":326128,"bill_number":"HB1125","title":"Further providing for grounds for refusing registration.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for grounds for refusing registration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1125/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1125","sponsor":"John Sabatina"},
{"bill_id":326147,"bill_number":"HB1414","title":"Further providing for organization of board.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, further providing for organization of board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1414/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1414","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":326152,"bill_number":"HB1413","title":"Providing for tax deferral for taxpayers in declared disaster areas.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for tax deferral for taxpayers in declared disaster areas.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1413/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1413","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":326184,"bill_number":"HB1412","title":"Further providing for definitions and for responsible alcohol management.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for definitions and for responsible alcohol management.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1412/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1412","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":326202,"bill_number":"HB1406","title":"Providing for a natural gas severance tax.","description":"An Act amending Title 72 (Taxation and Fiscal Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a natural gas severance tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1406/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1406","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":326225,"bill_number":"SR97","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR97/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=97","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":326227,"bill_number":"SR98","title":"Recognizing April 29, 2011, as the 68th anniversary of the torpedoing of the S.S. McKeesport.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 29, 2011, as the 68th anniversary of the torpedoing of the S.S. McKeesport.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR98/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=98","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":326228,"bill_number":"SR96","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Lyme Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Lyme Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR96/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=96","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":326311,"bill_number":"HR253","title":"Recognizing 2010 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champion Jimmie Johnson for his achievements on and off the track.","description":"A Resolution recognizing 2010 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Champion Jimmie Johnson for his achievements on and off the track.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR253/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=253","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":326322,"bill_number":"SR99","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"American Stroke Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"American Stroke Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-04-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-04-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR99/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=99","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":326349,"bill_number":"HB1100","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from sales and use tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from sales and use tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1100/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1100","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":326364,"bill_number":"HB1410","title":"Amending the act of July 20, 1979 (P.L.183, No.60), entitled \"An act regulating the terms and conditions of certain leases regarding natural gas and oil,\" further providing for guarantee of minimum royalties and for escalation of royalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 20, 1979 (P.L.183, No.60), entitled \"An act regulating the terms and conditions of certain leases regarding natural gas and oil,\" further providing for guarantee of minimum royalties and for escalation of royalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1410/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1410","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":326376,"bill_number":"HB1411","title":"In school districts, providing for moratorium on certain data collection systems and data sets.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school districts, providing for moratorium on certain data collection systems and data sets.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1411/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1411","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":326377,"bill_number":"HR255","title":"Designating the week of June 4 through 12, 2011, as \"Fishing and Boating Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of June 4 through 12, 2011, as \"Fishing and Boating Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR255/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=255","sponsor":"Frederick Keller"},
{"bill_id":326434,"bill_number":"HR259","title":"Designating the week of May 6 through 14, 2011, as \"Fallen Firefighters Survivors Week\" in Pennsylvania; and designating May 14, 2011, as \"Fallen Firefighters Survivors Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 6 through 14, 2011, as \"Fallen Firefighters Survivors Week\" in Pennsylvania; and designating May 14, 2011, as \"Fallen Firefighters Survivors Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR259/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=259","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":326439,"bill_number":"SB1025","title":"In licensing of drivers, establishing an amnesty program for traffic violations in cities of the first class.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, establishing an amnesty program for traffic violations in cities of the first class.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1025/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1025","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":326442,"bill_number":"HB1424","title":"Providing for the establishment, registration, licensing and use of a Pennsylvania Preferred trademark; establishing the Pennsylvania Preferred Trademark Licensing Fund; and providing for penalties and for enforcement.","description":"An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the establishment, registration, licensing and use of a Pennsylvania Preferred trademark; establishing the Pennsylvania Preferred Trademark Licensing Fund; and providing for penalties and for enforcement.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Act No. 78","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1424/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1424","sponsor":"Stephen Bloom"},
{"bill_id":326448,"bill_number":"HB1418","title":"Further providing for public employees organizing, forming, joining or assisting employee organizations and for subjects of bargaining for certain public employees; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 23, 1970 (P.L.563, No.195), known as the Public Employe Relations Act, further providing for public employees organizing, forming, joining or assisting employee organizations and for subjects of bargaining for certain public employees; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1418/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1418","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":326467,"bill_number":"SB1011","title":"Requiring the Department of Health to establish bloodborne pathogen standards for emergency services personnel and public employees; establishing the Bloodborne Pathogen Fund; and repealing an act relating to bloodborne pathogen standards.","description":"An Act requiring the Department of Health to establish bloodborne pathogen standards for emergency services personnel and public employees; establishing the Bloodborne Pathogen Fund; and repealing an act relating to bloodborne pathogen standards.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1011/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1011","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":326503,"bill_number":"HB1419","title":"Providing for certificates of merit in professional liability actions.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for certificates of merit in professional liability actions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1419/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1419","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":326505,"bill_number":"SB943","title":"In financial matters, imposing an alcohol offense prevention fee in certain municipalities.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in financial matters, imposing an alcohol offense prevention fee in certain municipalities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Re-reported as committed","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB943/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=943","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":326516,"bill_number":"SB1007","title":"Further providing for the First Industries Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the First Industries Program.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 27","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1007/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1007","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":326522,"bill_number":"HB1421","title":"Further providing for duties of public institutions of higher education, for the Transfer and Articulation Oversight Committee and for participation by independent institutions of higher education and for participation by State-related institutions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for duties of public institutions of higher education, for the Transfer and Articulation Oversight Committee and for participation by independent institutions of higher education and for participation by State-related institutions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1421/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1421","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":326532,"bill_number":"HB1420","title":"In licensing of health care facilities, further providing for definitions and for licensure.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, in licensing of health care facilities, further providing for definitions and for licensure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1420/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1420","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":326535,"bill_number":"SB1006","title":"Further providing for Schedule I controlled substances.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for Schedule I controlled substances.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Act No. 7","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1006/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1006","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":326536,"bill_number":"HB1422","title":"In anatomical gifts, further providing for persons who may execute anatomical gift, for manner of executing anatomical gifts and for use of driver's license or identification card to indicate organ or tissue donation.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in anatomical gifts, further providing for persons who may execute anatomical gift, for manner of executing anatomical gifts and for use of driver's license or identification card to indicate organ or tissue donation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1422/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1422","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":326545,"bill_number":"SB1015","title":"In registration of vehicles, providing for a special registration plate for veterans and members of United States military airborne units.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, providing for a special registration plate for veterans and members of United States military airborne units.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1015/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1015","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":326546,"bill_number":"SB1008","title":"Modernizing the State System of Higher Education.","description":"An Act modernizing the State System of Higher Education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1008/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1008","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":326547,"bill_number":"HR256","title":"Recognizing May 25, 2011, as \"National Missing Children's Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 25, 2011, as \"National Missing Children's Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR256/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=256","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":326550,"bill_number":"SB819","title":"Providing for employees of State veterans' homes.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for employees of State veterans' homes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB819/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=819","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":326573,"bill_number":"SR30","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to review the Commonwealth's program of providing funding for drinking water, wastewater and storm water projects authorized under the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority Act.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to review the Commonwealth's program of providing funding for drinking water, wastewater and storm water projects authorized under the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR30/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=30","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":326578,"bill_number":"SB944","title":"Further providing for enforcement.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for enforcement.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB944/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=944","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":326589,"bill_number":"HB838","title":"Defining \"ophthalmic surgery\"; and further defining \"practice of optometry.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 6, 1980 (P.L.197, No.57), known as the Optometric Practice and Licensure Act, defining \"ophthalmic surgery\"; and further defining \"practice of optometry.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB838/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=838","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":326590,"bill_number":"SB942","title":"Further providing for purchase, consumption, possession or transportation of liquor or malt or brewed beverages.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for purchase, consumption, possession or transportation of liquor or malt or brewed beverages.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB942/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=942","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":326593,"bill_number":"SB1020","title":"Further providing for problem-solving courts.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for problem-solving courts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1020/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1020","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":326595,"bill_number":"SB1009","title":"In preliminary provisions and in licensing of health care facilities, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, in preliminary provisions and in licensing of health care facilities, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1009/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1009","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":326598,"bill_number":"HB1423","title":"Requiring law enforcement officers to wear appropriate safety gear while serving certain warrants.","description":"An Act requiring law enforcement officers to wear appropriate safety gear while serving certain warrants.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1423/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1423","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":326603,"bill_number":"SB1030","title":"Further providing for definitions and for relief from charges and for establishment and maintenance of employer's reserve accounts; providing for automatic relief from charges; further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation, for rate and amount of compensation, for definitions and for rules of procedure; and providing for shared-work program and for applicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for definitions and for relief from charges and for establishment and maintenance of employer's reserve accounts; providing for automatic relief from charges; further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation, for rate and amount of compensation, for definitions and for rules of procedure; and providing for shared-work program and for applicability.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Act No. 6","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1030/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1030","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":326604,"bill_number":"HR258","title":"Designating September 25, 2011, as \"Gold Star Mother's Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating September 25, 2011, as \"Gold Star Mother's Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR258/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=258","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":326652,"bill_number":"SB1016","title":"Further providing for education and training program.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 10, 1974 (P.L.705, No.235), known as the Lethal Weapons Training Act, further providing for education and training program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1016/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1016","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":326659,"bill_number":"SB941","title":"Further providing for public drunkenness and similar misconduct and for purchase, consumption, possession or transportation of liquor or malt or brewed beverages.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for public drunkenness and similar misconduct and for purchase, consumption, possession or transportation of liquor or malt or brewed beverages.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Act No. 205","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB941/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=941","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":326665,"bill_number":"HR257","title":"Recognizing the week of May 8 through 14, 2011, as \"Food Allergy Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 8 through 14, 2011, as \"Food Allergy Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR257/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=257","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":326674,"bill_number":"SB1022","title":"Providing for testing prior to sewage sludge application.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 7, 1980 (P.L.380, No.97), known as the Solid Waste Management Act, providing for testing prior to sewage sludge application.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1022/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1022","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":326675,"bill_number":"SB1013","title":"Requiring insurers that approve claims for emergency services to directly reimburse organizations that provide such services.","description":"An Act requiring insurers that approve claims for emergency services to directly reimburse organizations that provide such services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1013/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1013","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":326690,"bill_number":"SB1010","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"emergency vehicle.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the definition of \"emergency vehicle.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-04-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-04-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1010/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1010","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":326759,"bill_number":"HB1416","title":"Requiring the Department of Environmental Protection to submit annual reports relating to certain restricted accounts in the State Treasury.","description":"An Act requiring the Department of Environmental Protection to submit annual reports relating to certain restricted accounts in the State Treasury.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-24","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1416/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1416","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":326768,"bill_number":"HR260","title":"Recognizing May 3, 2011, as \"World Asthma Day 2011\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 3, 2011, as \"World Asthma Day 2011\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR260/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=260","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":326783,"bill_number":"HB1417","title":"In assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault; in enforcement, further providing for interference with officers of the Pennsylvania Game Commission and of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission; providing for the offense of assaulting an officer; further providing for jurisdiction and penalties and for disposition of fines and penalties; and, in game or wildlife protection, further providing for killing game or wildlife to protect person, for unlawful importation of game or wildlife, for unlawful taking and possession of protected birds, for possession or interference with active nests or eggs of birds, for unlawful sale of protected birds and plumage and for hunting or furtaking prohibited while under influence of alcohol or controlled substance.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 30 (Fish) and 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault; in enforcement, further providing for interference with officers of the Pennsylvania Game Commission and of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission; providing for the offense of assaulting an officer; further providing for jurisdiction and penalties and for disposition of fines and penalties; and, in game or wildlife protection, further providing for killing game or wildlife to protect person, for unlawful importation of game or wildlife, for unlawful taking and possession of protected birds, for possession or interference with active nests or eggs of birds, for unlawful sale of protected birds and plumage and for hunting or furtaking prohibited while under influence of alcohol or controlled substance.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 150","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1417/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1417","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":326873,"bill_number":"SR100","title":"Adopting a temporary rule of the Senate relating solely to amendments to the General Appropriation Bill and other appropriation bills for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2011, including any amendments offered to or for supplemental appropriations for prior fiscal years.","description":"A Resolution adopting a temporary rule of the Senate relating solely to amendments to the General Appropriation Bill and other appropriation bills for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2011, including any amendments offered to or for supplemental appropriations for prior fiscal years.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Adopted (30-20)","last_action_date":"2011-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR100/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=100","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":326880,"bill_number":"HB1433","title":"Providing for the offense of access to firearms by minors; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the offense of access to firearms by minors; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1433/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1433","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":326886,"bill_number":"HB1426","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1426/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1426","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":326887,"bill_number":"HB1429","title":"In budget and finance, imposing a surcharge in cases involving local police action.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in budget and finance, imposing a surcharge in cases involving local police action.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1429/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1429","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":326896,"bill_number":"HR262","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Military Service-Related Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Military Service-Related Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR262/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=262","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":326902,"bill_number":"HB1425","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"public venue\" and for public venue licenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for the definition of \"public venue\" and for public venue licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1425/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1425","sponsor":"Paul Costa"},
{"bill_id":326905,"bill_number":"HB1430","title":"Further providing for definitions, for prize limits and for special permits relating to card game contests.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for definitions, for prize limits and for special permits relating to card game contests.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1430/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1430","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":326906,"bill_number":"HB1432","title":"Providing for minimum energy efficiency standards for certain appliances and equipment; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Environmental Protection and the Attorney General; and establishing the Appliance Energy Efficiency Fund.","description":"An Act providing for minimum energy efficiency standards for certain appliances and equipment; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Environmental Protection and the Attorney General; and establishing the Appliance Energy Efficiency Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1432/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1432","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":326914,"bill_number":"HR261","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Hepatitis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Hepatitis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR261/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=261","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":326918,"bill_number":"HB1428","title":"Regulating lead management and remediation at firing ranges; and providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Game Commission.","description":"An Act regulating lead management and remediation at firing ranges; and providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Game Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1428/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1428","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":326921,"bill_number":"HB1434","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for marriage.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for marriage.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1434/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1434","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":326938,"bill_number":"HB1427","title":"Providing for the establishment of response teams relating to certain well operations and for the powers and duties of the Secretary of Labor and Industry.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment of response teams relating to certain well operations and for the powers and duties of the Secretary of Labor and Industry.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1427/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1427","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":326942,"bill_number":"HB1431","title":"Providing for advance voting and for advisory committee.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, providing for advance voting and for advisory committee.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1431/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1431","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":326957,"bill_number":"SR101","title":"Recognizing May 15 through June 15, 2011, as \"Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 15 through June 15, 2011, as \"Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR101/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=101","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":327002,"bill_number":"SB1017","title":"Further providing for violations.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 2, 1956 (1955 P.L.1211, No.376), known as the Practical Nurse Law, further providing for violations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1017/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1017","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":327017,"bill_number":"HR263","title":"Congratulating the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania on its 125th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania on its 125th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR263/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=263","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":327018,"bill_number":"SB1014","title":"Further defining \"telephone solicitation call.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.911, No.147), known as the Telemarketer Registration Act, further defining \"telephone solicitation call.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1014/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1014","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":327037,"bill_number":"HR264","title":"Commending the Armed Forces of the United States for bringing Osama bin Laden to final justice.","description":"A Resolution commending the Armed Forces of the United States for bringing Osama bin Laden to final justice.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR264/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=264","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":327048,"bill_number":"HB1435","title":"Providing for limited immunity for persons that sponsor farm-related tourism activities.","description":"An Act providing for limited immunity for persons that sponsor farm-related tourism activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Tourism & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1435/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1435","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":327114,"bill_number":"HB1436","title":"Providing for restitution for official oppression; further providing for the offense of official oppression; and providing for sentencing for official oppression.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for restitution for official oppression; further providing for the offense of official oppression; and providing for sentencing for official oppression.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1436/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1436","sponsor":"Michael Turzai"},
{"bill_id":327129,"bill_number":"SB1012","title":"Further providing for issuances of licenses, fees and bonds, for employees and for prosecution.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 21, 1953 (P.L.1273, No.361), known as The Private Detective Act of 1953, further providing for issuances of licenses, fees and bonds, for employees and for prosecution.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1012/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1012","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":327145,"bill_number":"SB1018","title":"Further providing for use of title.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 22, 1951 (P.L.317, No.69), known as The Professional Nursing Law, further providing for use of title.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1018/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1018","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":327208,"bill_number":"HB1444","title":"Further providing for vacancy in the office of county commissioner.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, further providing for vacancy in the office of county commissioner.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1444/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1444","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327209,"bill_number":"HB1441","title":"In codification and publication of documents, providing for electronic publication of municipal codes; and making an inconsistent repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 45 (Legal Notices) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in codification and publication of documents, providing for electronic publication of municipal codes; and making an inconsistent repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1441/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1441","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327210,"bill_number":"SB1028","title":"Further providing for sale or transfer of firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sale or transfer of firearms.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1028/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1028","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":327213,"bill_number":"SB967","title":"Further providing for definitions, for the State Board of Medicine and for athletic trainers.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 20, 1985 (P.L.457, No.112), known as the Medical Practice Act of 1985, further providing for definitions, for the State Board of Medicine and for athletic trainers.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 124","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB967/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=967","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":327215,"bill_number":"HR266","title":"Designating April 27, 2011 as \"Walk at Lunch Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 27, 2011 as \"Walk at Lunch Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR266/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=266","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":327220,"bill_number":"HR267","title":"Supporting a renewed bipartisan effort of our elected officials and the American people to address the national debt crisis in order to avert the future national financial catastrophe that threatens to adversely affect the lives, liberties and happiness of future generations of Americans.","description":"A Resolution supporting a renewed bipartisan effort of our elected officials and the American people to address the national debt crisis in order to avert the future national financial catastrophe that threatens to adversely affect the lives, liberties and happiness of future generations of Americans.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR267/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=267","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":327221,"bill_number":"SB1041","title":"Further providing for Pennsylvania State Police.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for Pennsylvania State Police.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1041/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1041","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":327223,"bill_number":"HB1451","title":"Providing for additional costs for rehabilitation and maintenance.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 7, 1947 (P.L.1368, No.542), known as the Real Estate Tax Sale Law, providing for additional costs for rehabilitation and maintenance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1451/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1451","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327224,"bill_number":"HR269","title":"Honoring the 80th anniversary of the passage and signing of the Davis-Bacon Act.","description":"A Resolution honoring the 80th anniversary of the passage and signing of the Davis-Bacon Act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR269/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=269","sponsor":"John Galloway"},
{"bill_id":327232,"bill_number":"SB1021","title":"In financial responsibility, further providing for exclusion from benefits.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in financial responsibility, further providing for exclusion from benefits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1021/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1021","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":327234,"bill_number":"HB1443","title":"Repealing provisions relating to right of council to declare seat of member vacant for failure to attend meetings.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, repealing provisions relating to right of council to declare seat of member vacant for failure to attend meetings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1443/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1443","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":327236,"bill_number":"HB1440","title":"Amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.249, No.35), entitled \"An act providing that the town councils of incorporated towns shall have the right to declare vacant the seats of councilmen or presidents of town councils for failure to qualify and for failure to attend meetings or vote upon questions before the council,\" repealing provisions relating to nonfeasance in office.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.249, No.35), entitled \"An act providing that the town councils of incorporated towns shall have the right to declare vacant the seats of councilmen or presidents of town councils for failure to qualify and for failure to attend meetings or vote upon questions before the council,\" repealing provisions relating to nonfeasance in office.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-01","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1440/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1440","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":327245,"bill_number":"HB1452","title":"In additional coverages, further providing for definitions and for reimbursement.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, in additional coverages, further providing for definitions and for reimbursement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Re-referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1452/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1452","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327247,"bill_number":"HB1455","title":"Further providing for application for registration certificate, for issuance of registration certificate and for records; providing for disclosure; and further providing for emergency closure.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for application for registration certificate, for issuance of registration certificate and for records; providing for disclosure; and further providing for emergency closure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1455/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1455","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":327252,"bill_number":"SR107","title":"Recognizing May 3, 2011, as \"World Asthma Day 2011\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 3, 2011, as \"World Asthma Day 2011\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR107/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=107","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":327257,"bill_number":"HB1439","title":"Repealing provisions relating to failure of township officer to perform duties.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, repealing provisions relating to failure of township officer to perform duties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-01","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1439/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1439","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":327258,"bill_number":"HR270","title":"Offering the support and recommendation of the House of Representatives for the use of project labor agreements for all publicly funded or guaranteed public works construction, alteration, renovation, demolition, excavating and paving projects in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution offering the support and recommendation of the House of Representatives for the use of project labor agreements for all publicly funded or guaranteed public works construction, alteration, renovation, demolition, excavating and paving projects in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR270/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=270","sponsor":"John Galloway"},
{"bill_id":327259,"bill_number":"SB890","title":"Prohibiting the enactment of sanctuary ordinances.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting the enactment of sanctuary ordinances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB890/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=890","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":327260,"bill_number":"HB1448","title":"Amending the act of May 24, 1956 (1955, P.L.1674, No.566), entitled \"An act authorizing council of any incorporated town to create the office of town manager, and prescribe his powers and duties,\" further providing for the office of town manager and for powers and duties of a town manager.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 24, 1956 (1955, P.L.1674, No.566), entitled \"An act authorizing council of any incorporated town to create the office of town manager, and prescribe his powers and duties,\" further providing for the office of town manager and for powers and duties of a town manager.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 53","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1448/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1448","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327265,"bill_number":"HB1449","title":"Further providing for the office of borough manager and for powers and duties of a borough manager.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, further providing for the office of borough manager and for powers and duties of a borough manager.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 54","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1449/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1449","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327267,"bill_number":"SR106","title":"Commemorating the tenth anniversary of the Educational Improvement Tax Credit.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the tenth anniversary of the Educational Improvement Tax Credit.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR106/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=106","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":327271,"bill_number":"HB1450","title":"Providing for the office and powers and duties of a city administrator or manager.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, providing for the office and powers and duties of a city administrator or manager.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1450/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1450","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327272,"bill_number":"HB1454","title":"In school districts, further providing for value-added assessment system.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school districts, further providing for value-added assessment system.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1454/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1454","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":327280,"bill_number":"HB1445","title":"Further providing for vacancy in the office of county commissioner.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for vacancy in the office of county commissioner.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1445/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1445","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327283,"bill_number":"SB957","title":"Further providing for definitions, for State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, for athletic trainers and for reasons for refusal, revocation or suspension of license.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 5, 1978 (P.L.1109, No.261), known as the Osteopathic Medical Practice Act, further providing for definitions, for State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, for athletic trainers and for reasons for refusal, revocation or suspension of license.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 123","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB957/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=957","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":327286,"bill_number":"SB929","title":"In children and youth, providing for purpose and for county purchase of services.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in children and youth, providing for purpose and for county purchase of services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-26","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB929/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=929","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":327295,"bill_number":"HB1438","title":"Adding provisions for required fiscal security through bonding, blanket bonding and insuring of elected and appointed county officers and employees; providing for determining the form, amount and payment of premiums for and the filing and recording of the required security and for the subsequent issuance of official commissions; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 16 (Counties) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, adding provisions for required fiscal security through bonding, blanket bonding and insuring of elected and appointed county officers and employees; providing for determining the form, amount and payment of premiums for and the filing and recording of the required security and for the subsequent issuance of official commissions; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-11","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1438/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1438","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":327301,"bill_number":"SB1042","title":"Further providing for Pennsylvania State Police.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for Pennsylvania State Police.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1042/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1042","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":327303,"bill_number":"SB999","title":"Providing for mandatory arbitration.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, providing for mandatory arbitration.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB999/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=999","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":327304,"bill_number":"SR104","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania; and memorializing the President and the Congress of the United States to enact legislation to provide additional funding for research in order to find a treatment and cure for the disease.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania; and memorializing the President and the Congress of the United States to enact legislation to provide additional funding for research in order to find a treatment and cure for the disease.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR104/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=104","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":327312,"bill_number":"SB1043","title":"Designating a bridge crossing Mill Lane in Old Lycoming Township, Lycoming County, as the Trooper Gary Rosenberger Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge crossing Mill Lane in Old Lycoming Township, Lycoming County, as the Trooper Gary Rosenberger Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Act No. 15","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1043/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1043","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":327320,"bill_number":"HB1453","title":"Further providing for form of permanent recordation and for copies of destroyed records.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for form of permanent recordation and for copies of destroyed records.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1453/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1453","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327325,"bill_number":"HB1446","title":"Further providing for township manager.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, further providing for township manager.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1446/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1446","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327326,"bill_number":"HB1456","title":"Providing for a citizens constitutional convention on property taxes, for a referendum on the question and for the nomination and election of delegates; defining the powers and duties of the convention; providing for operation of the convention; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, officers of the General Assembly and county election boards; providing for a referendum on the convention's report; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for a citizens constitutional convention on property taxes, for a referendum on the question and for the nomination and election of delegates; defining the powers and duties of the convention; providing for operation of the convention; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Governor, the Secretary of the Commonwealth, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, officers of the General Assembly and county election boards; providing for a referendum on the convention's report; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1456/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1456","sponsor":"John Galloway"},
{"bill_id":327327,"bill_number":"HB1447","title":"Further providing for township manager.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, further providing for township manager.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1447/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1447","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327328,"bill_number":"SB986","title":"In codification and publication of documents, providing for electronic publication of municipal codes; and making an inconsistent repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 45 (Legal Notices) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in codification and publication of documents, providing for electronic publication of municipal codes; and making an inconsistent repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB986/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=986","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":327330,"bill_number":"HB1442","title":"Repealing provisions relating to removal of township officer for failure to perform duties.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, repealing provisions relating to removal of township officer for failure to perform duties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-01","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1442/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1442","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":327339,"bill_number":"SR103","title":"Thanking the Veterans of Foreign Wars and its Ladies Auxiliary for their service; and designating May 1, 2011, as \"Loyalty Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution thanking the Veterans of Foreign Wars and its Ladies Auxiliary for their service; and designating May 1, 2011, as \"Loyalty Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR103/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=103","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":327345,"bill_number":"SB1034","title":"Providing for municipal aggregation of electric generation supply.","description":"An Act amending Titles 53 (Municipalities Generally) and 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for municipal aggregation of electric generation supply.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1034/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1034","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":327347,"bill_number":"SB1037","title":"Further providing for authorized license-issuing agents.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for authorized license-issuing agents.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1037/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1037","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":327348,"bill_number":"SR102","title":"Designating the week of May 6 through 12, 2011, as \"Nurses Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 6 through 12, 2011, as \"Nurses Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR102/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=102","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":327351,"bill_number":"SB1023","title":"Further providing for required financial responsibility.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for required financial responsibility.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1023/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1023","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":327352,"bill_number":"SB1024","title":"Further providing for the issuance of identification cards.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the issuance of identification cards.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1024/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1024","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":327356,"bill_number":"SR105","title":"Designating May 2011 as \"Junior Achievement Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 2011 as \"Junior Achievement Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-05-02","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR105/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=105","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":327362,"bill_number":"HB1437","title":"Further defining \"employment.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further defining \"employment.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1437/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1437","sponsor":"Sandra Major"},
{"bill_id":327364,"bill_number":"HR271","title":"Recognizing the 150th anniversary of the Unification of Italy.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 150th anniversary of the Unification of Italy.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR271/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=271","sponsor":"Gregory Vitali"},
{"bill_id":327365,"bill_number":"HR268","title":"Encouraging reduced insurance premiums for sponsors of medically managed wellness programs and encouraging government purchase of insurance from insurers offering reduced premiums for participation in medically managed wellness programs.","description":"A Resolution encouraging reduced insurance premiums for sponsors of medically managed wellness programs and encouraging government purchase of insurance from insurers offering reduced premiums for participation in medically managed wellness programs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR268/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=268","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":327471,"bill_number":"SB696","title":"Further providing for definitions and for Statewide bonding program; providing for mentor-protege program, for Small Business Reserve Program, for reciprocity of certifications, for oversight and responsibility and for prime contractors' performance; further providing for contractors' and subcontractors' payment obligations; and making appropriations.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for Statewide bonding program; providing for mentor-protege program, for Small Business Reserve Program, for reciprocity of certifications, for oversight and responsibility and for prime contractors' performance; further providing for contractors' and subcontractors' payment obligations; and making appropriations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB696/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=696","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":327488,"bill_number":"HB1460","title":"In civil service for police and firemen, further providing for examinations and for eligibility list and manner of filling appointments.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, in civil service for police and firemen, further providing for examinations and for eligibility list and manner of filling appointments.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Act No. 100","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1460/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1460","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327527,"bill_number":"SB692","title":"Establishing the PA Works Fund; and imposing duties on the State Treasurer.","description":"An Act establishing the PA Works Fund; and imposing duties on the State Treasurer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB692/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=692","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":327539,"bill_number":"SB697","title":"Providing for definitions; further providing for public policy and for tax credit; providing for neighborhood assistance contribution; further providing for grant of tax credit and for decision in writing; and providing for limitations.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for definitions; further providing for public policy and for tax credit; providing for neighborhood assistance contribution; further providing for grant of tax credit and for decision in writing; and providing for limitations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB697/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=697","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":327551,"bill_number":"HB1457","title":"Redesignating Concord Road (S.R. 3007) in Chester Township, Delaware County, as Judge Robert A. Wright Memorial Road.","description":"An Act redesignating Concord Road (S.R. 3007) in Chester Township, Delaware County, as Judge Robert A. Wright Memorial Road.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1457/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1457","sponsor":"Thaddeus Kirkland"},
{"bill_id":327584,"bill_number":"HB1458","title":"In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in drivers' licenses, further providing for judicial review and for cancellation; in commercial drivers, further providing for definitions and for requirement, providing for certification requirements, for medical certification and for noncompliance and further providing for license and for disqualification; and, in State and local administration, further providing for nonreciprocity of operational limitations.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in drivers' licenses, further providing for judicial review and for cancellation; in commercial drivers, further providing for definitions and for requirement, providing for certification requirements, for medical certification and for noncompliance and further providing for license and for disqualification; and, in State and local administration, further providing for nonreciprocity of operational limitations.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-01-27","last_action":"Act No. 1","last_action_date":"2012-01-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1458/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1458","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":327585,"bill_number":"HB1459","title":"In civil service, further providing for promotions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, in civil service, further providing for promotions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Act No. 99","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1459/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1459","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327593,"bill_number":"HR272","title":"Recognizing the week of May 1 through 7, 2011, as \"National Charter Schools Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 1 through 7, 2011, as \"National Charter Schools Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR272/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=272","sponsor":"Dwight Evans"},
{"bill_id":327611,"bill_number":"SB695","title":"Relating to taxpayer return on investment.","description":"An Act relating to taxpayer return on investment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB695/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=695","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":327659,"bill_number":"HB1461","title":"In functions of appointed officers and employees, further providing for appointments and incompatible offices; and, in civil service for police and firemen, further providing for examinations and for eligibility list and manner of filling appointments.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, in functions of appointed officers and employees, further providing for appointments and incompatible offices; and, in civil service for police and firemen, further providing for examinations and for eligibility list and manner of filling appointments.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-22","last_action":"Act No. 104","last_action_date":"2011-11-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1461/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1461","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":327820,"bill_number":"HB1472","title":"In general provisions relating to taxation and assessments, further providing for the definition of \"homestead.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to taxation and assessments, further providing for the definition of \"homestead.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1472/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1472","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":327880,"bill_number":"HB1478","title":"In alternative provision for third class county convention center authorities, further providing for hotel room rental tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in alternative provision for third class county convention center authorities, further providing for hotel room rental tax.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-08","last_action":"Act No. 145","last_action_date":"2012-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1478/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1478","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":327898,"bill_number":"HB1471","title":"Further providing for prompt payment to health care providers of clean claims.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, further providing for prompt payment to health care providers of clean claims.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1471/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1471","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":327941,"bill_number":"HB1320","title":"Establishing the Agricultural Capital Investment Tax Credit Program for the modernization or expansion of agricultural operations in this Commonwealth; establishing a sponsorship program; authorizing the transferability of tax credits; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of Agriculture.","description":"An Act establishing the Agricultural Capital Investment Tax Credit Program for the modernization or expansion of agricultural operations in this Commonwealth; establishing a sponsorship program; authorizing the transferability of tax credits; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of Agriculture.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1320/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1320","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":327965,"bill_number":"SB1044","title":"Further providing for the Joint Committee on Documents.","description":"An Act amending Title 45 (Legal Notices) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the Joint Committee on Documents.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":"Rules & Executive Nominations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1044/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1044","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":327985,"bill_number":"SR113","title":"Recognizing the week of May 7 through 15, 2011, as \"National Travel and Tourism Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 7 through 15, 2011, as \"National Travel and Tourism Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR113/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=113","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":328028,"bill_number":"HB1469","title":"Providing for appeals concerning the State Workers' Insurance Fund; and establishing the State Workers' Insurance Appeal Board.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, providing for appeals concerning the State Workers' Insurance Fund; and establishing the State Workers' Insurance Appeal Board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1469/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1469","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":328044,"bill_number":"SR31","title":"Designating May 7, 2011, as \"Childhood Stroke Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 7, 2011, as \"Childhood Stroke Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR31/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=31","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":328048,"bill_number":"HB1321","title":"Further providing, in motorbus road tax credit or refund, for bus company reimbursement for motor fuel tax.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing, in motorbus road tax credit or refund, for bus company reimbursement for motor fuel tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1321/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1321","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":328074,"bill_number":"SR111","title":"Recognizing the volunteers participating in Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful's \"Great American Cleanup of PA,\" March 1 through May 31, 2011.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the volunteers participating in Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful's \"Great American Cleanup of PA,\" March 1 through May 31, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR111/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=111","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":328098,"bill_number":"SR108","title":"Recognizing May 5, 2011, as the \"National Day of Prayer\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging the celebration of religious freedom.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 5, 2011, as the \"National Day of Prayer\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging the celebration of religious freedom.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR108/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=108","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":328102,"bill_number":"HR273","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to refrain from imposing unfunded mandates on the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and its citizens.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to refrain from imposing unfunded mandates on the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and its citizens.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR273/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=273","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":328105,"bill_number":"HB1473","title":"Authorizing municipalities to acquire highway corridor conservation easements; and providing for highway corridor overlay zoning and for outdoor advertising permits.","description":"An Act authorizing municipalities to acquire highway corridor conservation easements; and providing for highway corridor overlay zoning and for outdoor advertising permits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1473/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1473","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":328110,"bill_number":"HB1318","title":"Providing for a fee on sexually oriented businesses; imposing duties on the Department of Revenue and the Department of Public Welfare; and providing for the allocation of revenue to services for victims of rape.","description":"An Act providing for a fee on sexually oriented businesses; imposing duties on the Department of Revenue and the Department of Public Welfare; and providing for the allocation of revenue to services for victims of rape.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1318/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1318","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":328121,"bill_number":"HB1474","title":"Making an editorial change; and further providing for contraband.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, making an editorial change; and further providing for contraband.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1474/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1474","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":328123,"bill_number":"SR110","title":"Recognizing and honoring firefighters throughout this Commonwealth for their bravery, dedication and heroism and designating May 4, 2011, as \"Firefighters' Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring firefighters throughout this Commonwealth for their bravery, dedication and heroism and designating May 4, 2011, as \"Firefighters' Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR110/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=110","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":328209,"bill_number":"HB1319","title":"Further providing for Pennsylvania State Fire Academy.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Pennsylvania State Fire Academy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1319/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1319","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":328222,"bill_number":"SR112","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-04","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR112/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=112","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":328225,"bill_number":"HB1322","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for powers and duties of Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1322/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1322","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":328257,"bill_number":"HB1317","title":"Providing for electronic prior approval for Medicaid.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for electronic prior approval for Medicaid.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-14","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1317/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1317","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":328271,"bill_number":"SR109","title":"Recognizing May 2011 as \"National Youth Traffic Safety Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 2011 as \"National Youth Traffic Safety Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-03","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR109/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=109","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":328305,"bill_number":"HB1470","title":"Authorizing waterways conservation officers to enforce trespass laws.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, authorizing waterways conservation officers to enforce trespass laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1470/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1470","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":328470,"bill_number":"HB1484","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for mailed notice in certain proceedings.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, further providing for definitions; and providing for mailed notice in certain proceedings.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1484/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1484","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":328486,"bill_number":"HB1480","title":"Providing for the establishment and administration of a managed health care program for medical assistance recipients and for the powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment and administration of a managed health care program for medical assistance recipients and for the powers and duties of the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1480/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1480","sponsor":"Michael Peifer"},
{"bill_id":328489,"bill_number":"HB1476","title":"Further providing for elk hunting licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for elk hunting licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1476/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1476","sponsor":"Marc Gergely"},
{"bill_id":328490,"bill_number":"HB1482","title":"Providing for the Youth Employment Incentive Tax Credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for the Youth Employment Incentive Tax Credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1482/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1482","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":328492,"bill_number":"HB1483","title":"Providing for a fraud examination of the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act providing for a fraud examination of the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1483/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1483","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":328529,"bill_number":"HB1479","title":"Further providing for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses, for malt or brewed beverages manufactured outside this Commonwealth, for brand registration and for revocation and suspension of licenses and fines.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses, for malt or brewed beverages manufactured outside this Commonwealth, for brand registration and for revocation and suspension of licenses and fines.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Re-committed to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-13","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1479/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1479","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":328530,"bill_number":"HR274","title":"Congratulating the 2011 Mt. Lebanon High School Girls' Basketball Team on becoming the first Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) Class AAAA school to win three consecutive State championships.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the 2011 Mt. Lebanon High School Girls' Basketball Team on becoming the first Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) Class AAAA school to win three consecutive State championships.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR274/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=274","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":328544,"bill_number":"HB1486","title":"Further providing for adoption of further referendum.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for adoption of further referendum.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1486/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1486","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":328547,"bill_number":"HB1477","title":"Providing for paid sick leave for certain employees, for duties of the Department of Labor and Industry and for enforcement; and imposing a civil penalty.","description":"An Act providing for paid sick leave for certain employees, for duties of the Department of Labor and Industry and for enforcement; and imposing a civil penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1477/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1477","sponsor":"Marc Gergely"},
{"bill_id":328572,"bill_number":"HB1475","title":"Further providing for convictions and points, for speed timing devices and for specific powers of department and local authorities.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for convictions and points, for speed timing devices and for specific powers of department and local authorities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-05","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-05","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1475/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1475","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":328585,"bill_number":"HB1481","title":"Further providing for general powers and duties of Department of Health, for disclosure of records and for evidentiary sufficiency of records; providing for access to records on Internet website; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 29, 1953 (P.L.304, No.66), known as the Vital Statistics Law of 1953, further providing for general powers and duties of Department of Health, for disclosure of records and for evidentiary sufficiency of records; providing for access to records on Internet website; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1481/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1481","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":328739,"bill_number":"HB1495","title":"Amending the act of February 2, 1965 (P.L.1860, No.586), entitled \"An act encouraging landowners to make land and water areas available to the public for recreational purposes by limiting liability in connection therewith, and repealing certain acts,\" further providing for liability for landowners to recreational users; and providing for attorney fees and court costs.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 2, 1965 (P.L.1860, No.586), entitled \"An act encouraging landowners to make land and water areas available to the public for recreational purposes by limiting liability in connection therewith, and repealing certain acts,\" further providing for liability for landowners to recreational users; and providing for attorney fees and court costs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Tourism & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1495/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1495","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":328752,"bill_number":"HB1490","title":"Further providing for Liquor Control Board fees.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, further providing for Liquor Control Board fees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1490/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1490","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":328764,"bill_number":"HB1494","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"unfair methods of competition\" and \"unfair or deceptive acts or practices.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for the definition of \"unfair methods of competition\" and \"unfair or deceptive acts or practices.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1494/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1494","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":328772,"bill_number":"HB1496","title":"In charter schools, further providing for funding for charter schools and for establishment of cyber charter schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, further providing for funding for charter schools and for establishment of cyber charter schools.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1496/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1496","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":328775,"bill_number":"SB1049","title":"In fishing licenses, further providing for form and expiration of licenses; providing for license and permit packaging options; and further providing for expiration of licenses and permits.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fishing licenses, further providing for form and expiration of licenses; providing for license and permit packaging options; and further providing for expiration of licenses and permits.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Act No. 66","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1049/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1049","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":328781,"bill_number":"HB1498","title":"Further providing for deputy waterways conservation officers.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for deputy waterways conservation officers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1498/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1498","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":328782,"bill_number":"HB1499","title":"In taxation and assessments general provisions, further defining \"owner.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in taxation and assessments general provisions, further defining \"owner.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1499/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1499","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":328786,"bill_number":"HB1497","title":"Further providing for deputy Game Commission officers.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for deputy Game Commission officers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1497/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1497","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":328788,"bill_number":"HB1491","title":"Further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1491/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1491","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":328800,"bill_number":"HB1487","title":"Defining the offense of theft of secondary metal; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, defining the offense of theft of secondary metal; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1487/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1487","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":328802,"bill_number":"HB1492","title":"In retirement for school employees, further providing for creditable nonschool service and for contributions for purchase of credit for creditable nonschool service.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in retirement for school employees, further providing for creditable nonschool service and for contributions for purchase of credit for creditable nonschool service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1492/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1492","sponsor":"Scott Hutchinson"},
{"bill_id":328811,"bill_number":"HR276","title":"Recognizing the week of May 21 through 27, 2011, as \"National Safe Boating Week.\"","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 21 through 27, 2011, as \"National Safe Boating Week.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR276/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=276","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":328816,"bill_number":"SB1046","title":"Further providing for resident license and fee exemptions and for license costs and fees.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for resident license and fee exemptions and for license costs and fees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-06","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-05-06","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1046/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1046","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":328824,"bill_number":"HB1493","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 25, 1961 (P.L.849, No.367), known as the Uniform Facsimile Signature of Public Officials Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1493/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1493","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":328834,"bill_number":"HB1488","title":"Further providing for definitions and for unlawful acts or practices and exclusions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for definitions and for unlawful acts or practices and exclusions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1488/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1488","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":328836,"bill_number":"HB1489","title":"Providing for wine licenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, providing for wine licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1489/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1489","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":328886,"bill_number":"HR277","title":"Recognizing the role of licensed physical therapists in promoting the health of women and calling upon the women of this Commonwealth to take steps to maintain their health.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the role of licensed physical therapists in promoting the health of women and calling upon the women of this Commonwealth to take steps to maintain their health.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR277/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=277","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":328904,"bill_number":"HR278","title":"Recognizing May 14 through 22, 2011, as \"Outdoor Living Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 14 through 22, 2011, as \"Outdoor Living Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR278/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=278","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":328918,"bill_number":"HB1504","title":"Further providing for a change in the school district fiscal year for third and fourth class school districts.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for a change in the school district fiscal year for third and fourth class school districts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1504/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1504","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":328931,"bill_number":"HB1485","title":"To provide from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive and Judicial Departments and the State Government Support Agencies and the General Assembly of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, for certain institutions and organizations, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011; to provide appropriations from the State Lottery Fund, the Tobacco Settlement Fund, the Aviation Restricted Revenue Account, the Hazardous Material Response Fund, The State Stores Fund, the Milk Marketing Fund, the Home Investment Trust Fund, the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, the Tuition Payment Fund, the Banking Department Fund, the Firearm Records Check Fund, the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority Fund and the Oil and Gas Lease Fund to the Executive Department; to provide appropriations from the Judicial Computer System Augmentation Account to the Judicial Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012; to provide appropriations from the Motor License Fund for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, for the proper operation of several departments of the Commonwealth and the Pennsylvania State Police authorized to spend Motor License Fund moneys; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive Department of the Commonwealth and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds from the General Fund for the Executive and Legislative Departments of the Commonwealth for the fiscal year July 1, 2010, to June 30, 2011, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2010.","description":"An Act to provide from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive and Judicial Departments and the State Government Support Agencies and the General Assembly of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, for certain institutions and organizations, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011; to provide appropriations from the State Lottery Fund, the Tobacco Settlement Fund, the Aviation Restricted Revenue Account, the Hazardous Material Response Fund, The State Stores Fund, the Milk Marketing Fund, the Home Investment Trust Fund, the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, the Tuition Payment Fund, the Banking Department Fund, the Firearm Records Check Fund, the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority Fund and the Oil and Gas Lease Fund to the Executive Department; to provide appropriations from the Judicial Computer System Augmentation Account to the Judicial Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012; to provide appropriations from the Motor License Fund for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, for the proper operation of several departments of the Commonwealth and the Pennsylvania State Police authorized to spend Motor License Fund moneys; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive Department of the Commonwealth and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds from the General Fund for the Executive and Legislative Departments of the Commonwealth for the fiscal year July 1, 2010, to June 30, 2011, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2010.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 1A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1485/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1485","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":328935,"bill_number":"HB1515","title":"Providing for adjustments based on Consumer Price Index relating to contracts and purchases; and further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception, for purchase of supplies, for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance, for project contracts and for powers and duties of institution presidents.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for adjustments based on Consumer Price Index relating to contracts and purchases; and further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception, for purchase of supplies, for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance, for project contracts and for powers and duties of institution presidents.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1515/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1515","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":328942,"bill_number":"HB1510","title":"Prohibiting Commonwealth agencies from paying bonuses to employees; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act prohibiting Commonwealth agencies from paying bonuses to employees; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1510/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1510","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":328948,"bill_number":"HR280","title":"Designating May 8 through 14, 2011, as \"National Nursing Home Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 8 through 14, 2011, as \"National Nursing Home Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR280/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=280","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":328953,"bill_number":"HR281","title":"Recognizing the achievements of the late Fannetta Nelson Gordon and her exemplary record of service on behalf of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the achievements of the late Fannetta Nelson Gordon and her exemplary record of service on behalf of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR281/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=281","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":328963,"bill_number":"HB1501","title":"Further providing for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1501/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1501","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":328965,"bill_number":"HR279","title":"Memorializing the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to reconsider and reverse its December 17, 2010, Order directing a split of the 814 area code in favor of an overlay.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission to reconsider and reverse its December 17, 2010, Order directing a split of the 814 area code in favor of an overlay.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR279/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=279","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":328970,"bill_number":"HB1500","title":"Consolidating the Long-Term Care Patient Access to Pharmaceuticals Act; further providing for declaration of policy, for definitions and for third-party drugs in long-term care facilities; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, consolidating the Long-Term Care Patient Access to Pharmaceuticals Act; further providing for declaration of policy, for definitions and for third-party drugs in long-term care facilities; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Act No. 36","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1500/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1500","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":328972,"bill_number":"HB1519","title":"Further providing for enforcement.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for enforcement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1519/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1519","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":328981,"bill_number":"HB1511","title":"Prohibiting mutilation of female genitalia.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting mutilation of female genitalia.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1511/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1511","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":328982,"bill_number":"HB1508","title":"Further providing for nonapplicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 11, 1941 (P.L.900, No.344), known as the Unfair Sales Act, further providing for nonapplicability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1508/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1508","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":328983,"bill_number":"HB1521","title":"Providing for the offense and consequences of possession of a vehicle with false compartments.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the offense and consequences of possession of a vehicle with false compartments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1521/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1521","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":328995,"bill_number":"HB20","title":"Providing for self-service storage facility insurance.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.789, No.285), known as The Insurance Department Act of 1921, providing for self-service storage facility insurance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB20/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=20","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":328997,"bill_number":"HB1514","title":"In general provisions relating to criminal proceedings, requiring saliva or tissue sample for DNA analysis after arrest for violent offense; and providing for DNA data bank exchange.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to criminal proceedings, requiring saliva or tissue sample for DNA analysis after arrest for violent offense; and providing for DNA data bank exchange.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1514/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1514","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":329002,"bill_number":"HB1509","title":"Further providing, in Local Government Capital Project Loan Fund provisions, for assistance to municipalities.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, further providing, in Local Government Capital Project Loan Fund provisions, for assistance to municipalities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1509/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1509","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":329005,"bill_number":"HB1502","title":"Requiring the drug testing of certain employees and providing penalties for positive drug tests.","description":"An Act requiring the drug testing of certain employees and providing penalties for positive drug tests.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-09","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1502/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1502","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":329012,"bill_number":"HB1507","title":"In Commonwealth agency fees, further providing for Department of State.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in Commonwealth agency fees, further providing for Department of State.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1507/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1507","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":329022,"bill_number":"HB1517","title":"Exempting first class school districts from provisions on distress.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, exempting first class school districts from provisions on distress.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1517/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1517","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":329026,"bill_number":"SR114","title":"Recognizing the good relationship between Pennsylvania and the Republic of Turkey.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the good relationship between Pennsylvania and the Republic of Turkey.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-05-09","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR114/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=114","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":329030,"bill_number":"HB1520","title":"Further providing for sales by Pennsylvania liquor stores.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for sales by Pennsylvania liquor stores.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1520/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1520","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":329036,"bill_number":"HB1506","title":"In falsification and intimidation, further providing for the offense of false reports to law enforcement authorities.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in falsification and intimidation, further providing for the offense of false reports to law enforcement authorities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1506/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1506","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":329051,"bill_number":"HB1513","title":"Prohibiting employees of long-term care providers from serving as guardian, agent under a power of attorney, insurance or annuity beneficiary or estate executor of individuals who receive services from a long-term care provider.","description":"An Act prohibiting employees of long-term care providers from serving as guardian, agent under a power of attorney, insurance or annuity beneficiary or estate executor of individuals who receive services from a long-term care provider.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1513/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1513","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":329055,"bill_number":"HB1505","title":"Further providing for definitions and for statement of financial interests.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for statement of financial interests.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1505/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1505","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":329057,"bill_number":"HR283","title":"Recognizing the week of May 14 through 21, 2011, as \"Armed Forces Week\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging the observance of May 21, 2011, as \"Armed Forces Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 14 through 21, 2011, as \"Armed Forces Week\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging the observance of May 21, 2011, as \"Armed Forces Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR283/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=283","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":329067,"bill_number":"HB1503","title":"Providing for an angel investment tax credit.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for an angel investment tax credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1503/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1503","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":329075,"bill_number":"HB1522","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), known as the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1522/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1522","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":329081,"bill_number":"HB1512","title":"Further providing for monetary limits of liability.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for monetary limits of liability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1512/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1512","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":329089,"bill_number":"HB1516","title":"In fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of hotel tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of hotel tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Tourism & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1516/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1516","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":329090,"bill_number":"HR282","title":"Recognizing July 2011 as \"Take a Swing Against Breast Cancer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing July 2011 as \"Take a Swing Against Breast Cancer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR282/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=282","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":329096,"bill_number":"HB1518","title":"Further providing for assignment of pupils to schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for assignment of pupils to schools.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1518/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1518","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":329101,"bill_number":"HB1225","title":"Requiring public employers to protect the occupational safety and health of their employees; and providing for enforcement and penalties.","description":"An Act requiring public employers to protect the occupational safety and health of their employees; and providing for enforcement and penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1225/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1225","sponsor":"Ron Buxton"},
{"bill_id":329175,"bill_number":"SB1054","title":"Providing for the capital budget for the fiscal year 2011-2012.","description":"An Act providing for the capital budget for the fiscal year 2011-2012.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 130","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1054/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1054","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":329186,"bill_number":"SB1058","title":"Making appropriations from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Community and Economic Development to provide for the expenses of administering the Workers' Compensation Act, The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act and the Office of Small Business Advocate for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011.","description":"An Act making appropriations from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Community and Economic Development to provide for the expenses of administering the Workers' Compensation Act, The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act and the Office of Small Business Advocate for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 5A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1058/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1058","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":329207,"bill_number":"SB1060","title":"Making an appropriation from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund to the Office of Consumer Advocate in the Office of Attorney General.","description":"An Act making an appropriation from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund to the Office of Consumer Advocate in the Office of Attorney General.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 7A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1060/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1060","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":329208,"bill_number":"SB1057","title":"Making appropriations from the Professional Licensure Augmentation Account and from restricted revenue accounts within the General Fund to the Department of State for use by the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs in support of the professional licensure boards assigned thereto.","description":"An Act making appropriations from the Professional Licensure Augmentation Account and from restricted revenue accounts within the General Fund to the Department of State for use by the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs in support of the professional licensure boards assigned thereto.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 4A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1057/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1057","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":329210,"bill_number":"SB1056","title":"Making an appropriation from the Public School Employees' Retirement Fund to provide for expenses of the Public School Employees' Retirement Board for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011.","description":"An Act making an appropriation from the Public School Employees' Retirement Fund to provide for expenses of the Public School Employees' Retirement Board for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 3A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1056/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1056","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":329235,"bill_number":"SB1061","title":"Making an appropriation from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund to the Office of Small Business Advocate in the Department of Community and Economic Development.","description":"An Act making an appropriation from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund to the Office of Small Business Advocate in the Department of Community and Economic Development.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 8A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1061/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1061","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":329249,"bill_number":"HR275","title":"Recognizing May 2011 as \"Drug Treatment Court Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 2011 as \"Drug Treatment Court Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR275/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=275","sponsor":"Glen Grell"},
{"bill_id":329258,"bill_number":"SB1059","title":"Making appropriations from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund and from Federal augmentation funds to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission; and providing for the additional appropriation of Federal funds from the General Fund to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012.","description":"An Act making appropriations from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund and from Federal augmentation funds to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission; and providing for the additional appropriation of Federal funds from the General Fund to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 6A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1059/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1059","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":329264,"bill_number":"SB1062","title":"Making appropriations from the restricted revenue accounts within the State Gaming Fund and from the State Gaming Fund to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, the Department of Revenue, the Pennsylvania State Police and the Attorney General for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011.","description":"An Act making appropriations from the restricted revenue accounts within the State Gaming Fund and from the State Gaming Fund to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, the Department of Revenue, the Pennsylvania State Police and the Attorney General for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 9A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1062/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1062","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":329268,"bill_number":"SB1055","title":"Making an appropriation from the State Employees' Retirement Fund to provide for expenses of the State Employees' Retirement Board for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011.","description":"An Act making an appropriation from the State Employees' Retirement Fund to provide for expenses of the State Employees' Retirement Board for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 2A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1055/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1055","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":329287,"bill_number":"HR287","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a performance audit of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a performance audit of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR287/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=287","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":329313,"bill_number":"HR289","title":"Encouraging The Pennsylvania State University to appropriately recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of football coach Joseph Vincent \"Joe\" Paterno, affectionately known by fans as \"Joe Pa,\" for his 62 years of service to The Pennsylvania State University students and athletes and to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; and recognizing September 3, 2011, as \"Coach Paterno Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution encouraging The Pennsylvania State University to appropriately recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of football coach Joseph Vincent \"Joe\" Paterno, affectionately known by fans as \"Joe Pa,\" for his 62 years of service to The Pennsylvania State University students and athletes and to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; and recognizing September 3, 2011, as \"Coach Paterno Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR289/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=289","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":329322,"bill_number":"HR285","title":"Honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the death of Private First Class Brandon M. Styer, who paid the supreme sacrifice on October 15, 2009, while serving his country in Afghanistan.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the death of Private First Class Brandon M. Styer, who paid the supreme sacrifice on October 15, 2009, while serving his country in Afghanistan.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR285/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=285","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":329341,"bill_number":"HB1531","title":"Providing for the offense of criminal surveillance.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the offense of criminal surveillance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1531/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1531","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":329343,"bill_number":"HB1527","title":"Providing for retroactive denial of reimbursement of payments to health care providers by insurers.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for retroactive denial of reimbursement of payments to health care providers by insurers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1527/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1527","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":329349,"bill_number":"SB1038","title":"In teacher certification, further providing for qualifying certificates and kinds of certificates.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in teacher certification, further providing for qualifying certificates and kinds of certificates.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1038/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1038","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":329368,"bill_number":"HR288","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"National Water Safety Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"National Water Safety Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR288/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=288","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":329382,"bill_number":"SB1051","title":"Further providing for limited wineries.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for limited wineries.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1051/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1051","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":329386,"bill_number":"HB1526","title":"Providing for death of a tenant.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, providing for death of a tenant.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-11-22","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1526/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1526","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":329387,"bill_number":"HB1534","title":"Providing for notice of motor vehicle event data recorders and for information retrieval; imposing penalties; and providing for evidentiary rules.","description":"An Act providing for notice of motor vehicle event data recorders and for information retrieval; imposing penalties; and providing for evidentiary rules.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1534/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1534","sponsor":"Ted Harhai"},
{"bill_id":329404,"bill_number":"HR284","title":"Honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the death of Marine Corporal Eric M. Torbert, Jr., who paid the supreme sacrifice on December 18, 2010, while serving his country in Afghanistan.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the death of Marine Corporal Eric M. Torbert, Jr., who paid the supreme sacrifice on December 18, 2010, while serving his country in Afghanistan.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR284/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=284","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":329411,"bill_number":"HB1529","title":"Providing for civil service merit system; and further providing for powers of an authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, providing for civil service merit system; and further providing for powers of an authority.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1529/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1529","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":329417,"bill_number":"HB1528","title":"Providing for certain prescription drug coverage.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for certain prescription drug coverage.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1528/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1528","sponsor":"John Taylor"},
{"bill_id":329424,"bill_number":"HB1523","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for limitation on the regulation of firearms and ammunition.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for limitation on the regulation of firearms and ammunition.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1523/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1523","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":329431,"bill_number":"SB1050","title":"Further providing for findings and declaration of policy, for right to freedom from discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodation; defining \"sexual orientation\" and \"gender identity or expression\"; and further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices, for powers and duties of commission, for prohibition of certain real estate practices, for education program and for construction and exclusiveness of remedy.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, further providing for findings and declaration of policy, for right to freedom from discrimination in employment, housing and public accommodation; defining \"sexual orientation\" and \"gender identity or expression\"; and further providing for unlawful discriminatory practices, for powers and duties of commission, for prohibition of certain real estate practices, for education program and for construction and exclusiveness of remedy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1050/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1050","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":329435,"bill_number":"HB1524","title":"Providing for automated telephone calls.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for automated telephone calls.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1524/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1524","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":329440,"bill_number":"SB1052","title":"Providing for the English language as the official language of the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act providing for the English language as the official language of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1052/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1052","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":329443,"bill_number":"HR286","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to undertake a study of the fairness of implementing mandatory combined reporting as well as the other major recommendations of the Pennsylvania Business Tax Reform Commission.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to undertake a study of the fairness of implementing mandatory combined reporting as well as the other major recommendations of the Pennsylvania Business Tax Reform Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR286/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=286","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":329447,"bill_number":"HB1530","title":"Prohibiting any municipal pension or retirement system in a city of the first or second class from denying certain benefits to surviving spouses of firefighters or certain employees upon a subsequent remarriage of the surviving spouse; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act prohibiting any municipal pension or retirement system in a city of the first or second class from denying certain benefits to surviving spouses of firefighters or certain employees upon a subsequent remarriage of the surviving spouse; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1530/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1530","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":329451,"bill_number":"HB1535","title":"In assault, further providing for the offense of harassment; and providing for peace orders.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of harassment; and providing for peace orders.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1535/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1535","sponsor":"Ted Harhai"},
{"bill_id":329452,"bill_number":"HB1533","title":"Providing for school police and security officer training.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for school police and security officer training.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1533/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1533","sponsor":"Ted Harhai"},
{"bill_id":329575,"bill_number":"SR116","title":"Commending the 178 local YMCAs for providing outstanding community services and recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"YMCA Appreciation Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commending the 178 local YMCAs for providing outstanding community services and recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"YMCA Appreciation Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR116/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=116","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":329580,"bill_number":"HB1532","title":"Providing for status of civil penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.789, No.285), known as The Insurance Department Act of 1921, providing for status of civil penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1532/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1532","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":329608,"bill_number":"SR115","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Older Americans Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Older Americans Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR115/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=115","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":329626,"bill_number":"SR118","title":"Honoring Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority by designating May 10, 2011, as \"Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority by designating May 10, 2011, as \"Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR118/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=118","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":329640,"bill_number":"SR117","title":"Recognizing May 10, 2011, as \"World Lupus Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 10, 2011, as \"World Lupus Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-10","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-10","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR117/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=117","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":329659,"bill_number":"HB1538","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1538/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1538","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":329664,"bill_number":"HR265","title":"Urging the Commonwealth to upgrade its broadband communications network for use by the private and public sectors in the Northern Tier of this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution urging the Commonwealth to upgrade its broadband communications network for use by the private and public sectors in the Northern Tier of this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR265/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=265","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":329686,"bill_number":"HB1537","title":"Defining \"covered dentist services\"; and prohibiting insurers from setting fees for noncovered insurance services.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 2, 1996 (P.L.514, No.85), known as the Health Security Act, defining \"covered dentist services\"; and prohibiting insurers from setting fees for noncovered insurance services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1537/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1537","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":329692,"bill_number":"HB1536","title":"Further providing for forms for health insurance claims.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, further providing for forms for health insurance claims.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1536/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1536","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":329729,"bill_number":"HB1543","title":"Further providing for definitions, for specifications and for duty of secretary; and providing for protection of a workman.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for definitions, for specifications and for duty of secretary; and providing for protection of a workman.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1543/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1543","sponsor":"Duane Milne"},
{"bill_id":329732,"bill_number":"HB1542","title":"Further providing for judicial salaries, for compensation of Governor, Lieutenant Governor, State Treasurer, Auditor General, Attorney General, Commissioners of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission and heads of departments and for members of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for judicial salaries, for compensation of Governor, Lieutenant Governor, State Treasurer, Auditor General, Attorney General, Commissioners of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission and heads of departments and for members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1542/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1542","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":329733,"bill_number":"SR121","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Law Month\" in Pennsylvania and urging lawmakers, lawyers, judges and schools to participate.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Law Month\" in Pennsylvania and urging lawmakers, lawyers, judges and schools to participate.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR121/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=121","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":329737,"bill_number":"HB1539","title":"Amending the title of the act; and establishing the Keystone Works Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 2001 (P.L.949, No.114), known as the Workforce Development Act, amending the title of the act; and establishing the Keystone Works Program.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 107","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1539/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1539","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":329764,"bill_number":"HB1545","title":"Further providing for definitions and for registration requirement; and providing for unwanted automatic political calls.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.911, No.147), known as the Telemarketer Registration Act, further providing for definitions and for registration requirement; and providing for unwanted automatic political calls.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1545/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1545","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":329770,"bill_number":"HB1541","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1541/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1541","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":329786,"bill_number":"SR122","title":"Designating the week of May 16 through 22, 2011, as \"Juror Appreciation Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 16 through 22, 2011, as \"Juror Appreciation Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR122/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=122","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":329788,"bill_number":"SR120","title":"Designating the week of May 15 through 21, 2011, as \"Emergency Medical Services Week\" and May 18, 2011, as \"Emergency Medical Services for Children Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 15 through 21, 2011, as \"Emergency Medical Services Week\" and May 18, 2011, as \"Emergency Medical Services for Children Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-11","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR120/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=120","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":329789,"bill_number":"HB1540","title":"Raising the threshold for applicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, raising the threshold for applicability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1540/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1540","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":329790,"bill_number":"HB1270","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Agreement Among the States to Elect the President by National Popular Vote; and providing for the form of the agreement.","description":"An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Agreement Among the States to Elect the President by National Popular Vote; and providing for the form of the agreement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1270/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1270","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":329810,"bill_number":"HB1544","title":"Providing for certificates of death without cause of death listed.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 29, 1953 (P.L.304, No.66), known as the Vital Statistics Law of 1953, providing for certificates of death without cause of death listed.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-24","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1544/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1544","sponsor":"Jim Christiana"},
{"bill_id":329819,"bill_number":"HR290","title":"Designating the week of May 9 through 13, 2011, as \"Salvation Army Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 9 through 13, 2011, as \"Salvation Army Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR290/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=290","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":329878,"bill_number":"HB1548","title":"Regulating child labor; conferring powers and duties on the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Education; imposing penalties; and making a repeal.","description":"An Act regulating child labor; conferring powers and duties on the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Education; imposing penalties; and making a repeal.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 151","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1548/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1548","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":329900,"bill_number":"HB1546","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of the Juvenile Court Judges' Commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for powers and duties of the Juvenile Court Judges' Commission.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-17","last_action":"Act No. 42","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1546/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1546","sponsor":"Tarah Toohil"},
{"bill_id":329905,"bill_number":"HB1547","title":"Further providing for rights of municipalities preserved.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for rights of municipalities preserved.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1547/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1547","sponsor":"Michael Reese"},
{"bill_id":330003,"bill_number":"SB1067","title":"In general provisions, further defining \"emergency vehicle\"; and adding a definition.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further defining \"emergency vehicle\"; and adding a definition.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Act No. 67","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1067/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1067","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":330021,"bill_number":"SB1064","title":"Providing for sportsmen's registration plate.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for sportsmen's registration plate.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1064/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1064","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":330022,"bill_number":"SB1071","title":"Requiring insurers that approve claims for emergency services to directly reimburse organizations that provide such services.","description":"An Act requiring insurers that approve claims for emergency services to directly reimburse organizations that provide such services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1071/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1071","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":330063,"bill_number":"SB1066","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of enforcement officers and for trespass on private property while hunting.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for powers and duties of enforcement officers and for trespass on private property while hunting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1066/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1066","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":330082,"bill_number":"SB1068","title":"Establishing Municipal Connection Funding Programs; making an appropriation; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 1, 1988 (P.L.82, No.16), known as the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority Act, establishing Municipal Connection Funding Programs; making an appropriation; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1068/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1068","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":330085,"bill_number":"SB1065","title":"In district and assistant superintendents, further providing for salary and for removal.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in district and assistant superintendents, further providing for salary and for removal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1065/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1065","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":330137,"bill_number":"SB1029","title":"Amending the act of February 2, 1966 (1965 P.L.1860, No.586), entitled \"An act encouraging landowners to make land and water areas available to the public for recreational purposes by limiting liability in connection therewith, and repealing certain acts,\" further providing for liability for landowners to recreational users; and providing for attorney fees and court costs.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 2, 1966 (1965 P.L.1860, No.586), entitled \"An act encouraging landowners to make land and water areas available to the public for recreational purposes by limiting liability in connection therewith, and repealing certain acts,\" further providing for liability for landowners to recreational users; and providing for attorney fees and court costs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-13","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-05-13","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1029/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1029","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":330152,"bill_number":"SB1027","title":"Further providing for definitions, for restricted account, for registration of snowmobile or ATV, for certificate of title for snowmobile or ATV, for fees and for records; and providing for vintage snowmobile permits.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for restricted account, for registration of snowmobile or ATV, for certificate of title for snowmobile or ATV, for fees and for records; and providing for vintage snowmobile permits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-13","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-05-13","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1027/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1027","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":330218,"bill_number":"HB1549","title":"In names and corporate powers and classification of counties, further providing for counties divided into nine classes; and, in prothonotary, clerks of court, clerk of orphan's court, register of wills, recorder of deeds, further providing for how offices to be held.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in names and corporate powers and classification of counties, further providing for counties divided into nine classes; and, in prothonotary, clerks of court, clerk of orphan's court, register of wills, recorder of deeds, further providing for how offices to be held.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-07-07","last_action":"Act No. 55","last_action_date":"2011-07-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1549/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1549","sponsor":"Kurt Masser"},
{"bill_id":330238,"bill_number":"HR291","title":"Designating June 16, 2011, as \"Career Nursing Assistants Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating June 16, 2011, as \"Career Nursing Assistants Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR291/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=291","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":330244,"bill_number":"HB1550","title":"In school finances, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school finances, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1550/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1550","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":330250,"bill_number":"HR292","title":"Recognizing June 14, 2011, as \"National Flag Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing June 14, 2011, as \"National Flag Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR292/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=292","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":330369,"bill_number":"SB1045","title":"In sports and amusements, providing for an offense relating to helmets for certain persons engaged in winter sporting activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in sports and amusements, providing for an offense relating to helmets for certain persons engaged in winter sporting activities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1045/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1045","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":330380,"bill_number":"SB1032","title":"In veterans' pensions and benefits, further providing for paralyzed veteran's pension.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in veterans' pensions and benefits, further providing for paralyzed veteran's pension.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-16","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-05-16","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1032/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1032","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":330405,"bill_number":"SB1031","title":"Further providing for blind veteran's pension.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for blind veteran's pension.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-16","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-05-16","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1031/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1031","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":330409,"bill_number":"SB1063","title":"In health and accident insurance, providing for pregnancy as a preexisting condition and for coverage for maternity care; and, in health care insurance individual accessibility, further providing for policy choice for eligible individuals.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in health and accident insurance, providing for pregnancy as a preexisting condition and for coverage for maternity care; and, in health care insurance individual accessibility, further providing for policy choice for eligible individuals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-16","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-16","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1063/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1063","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":330410,"bill_number":"SB1100","title":"Consolidating the Oil and Gas Act with modifications relating to definitions, well permits, well location restrictions, protection of water supplies, well reporting requirements, bonding, enforcement orders, penalties, civil penalties and local ordinances; providing for containment, for transportation regulations, for emergency response information, for notification to public drinking water systems, for corrosion control requirements, for gathering lines and for model ordinance; providing for a model zoning ordinance; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, consolidating the Oil and Gas Act with modifications relating to definitions, well permits, well location restrictions, protection of water supplies, well reporting requirements, bonding, enforcement orders, penalties, civil penalties and local ordinances; providing for containment, for transportation regulations, for emergency response information, for notification to public drinking water systems, for corrosion control requirements, for gathering lines and for model ordinance; providing for a model zoning ordinance; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1100/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1100","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":330422,"bill_number":"SB1033","title":"Further providing for purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-16","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-05-16","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1033/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1033","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":330450,"bill_number":"SB1069","title":"Providing for the registration and regulation of professional employer organizations and for powers and duties of the Department of State; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for the registration and regulation of professional employer organizations and for powers and duties of the Department of State; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-16","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1069/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1069","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":330460,"bill_number":"SB1047","title":"Providing for the transfer of bridges to municipalities.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the transfer of bridges to municipalities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-16","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1047/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1047","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":330469,"bill_number":"SB991","title":"Providing for automatic renewal provisions in certain service contracts.","description":"An Act providing for automatic renewal provisions in certain service contracts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB991/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=991","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":330472,"bill_number":"SB1070","title":"In procedure, providing for insurance for different forms of business; and repealing provisions on logging.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, in procedure, providing for insurance for different forms of business; and repealing provisions on logging.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-16","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-16","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1070/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1070","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":330473,"bill_number":"SR119","title":"Urging the Commonwealth to upgrade its broadband communications network for use by the private and public sectors in the Northern Tier of this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution urging the Commonwealth to upgrade its broadband communications network for use by the private and public sectors in the Northern Tier of this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-16","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY","last_action_date":"2011-05-16","committee":"Communications & Technology","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR119/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=119","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":330476,"bill_number":"SB1026","title":"Amending the act of December 18, 1984 (P.L.1004, No.204), entitled \"An act extending benefits to police chiefs or heads of police departments of political subdivisions of the Commonwealth who have been removed from bargaining units by the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board,\" further providing for salary of nonunion police officers.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 1984 (P.L.1004, No.204), entitled \"An act extending benefits to police chiefs or heads of police departments of political subdivisions of the Commonwealth who have been removed from bargaining units by the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board,\" further providing for salary of nonunion police officers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-16","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-16","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1026/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1026","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":330483,"bill_number":"SB1039","title":"Requiring the Pennsylvania State Police to conduct criminal background checks requested by an employer.","description":"An Act requiring the Pennsylvania State Police to conduct criminal background checks requested by an employer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-16","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-05-16","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1039/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1039","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":330860,"bill_number":"HB1556","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for additional use of funds for financial assistance.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 1, 1988 (P.L.82, No.16), known as the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority Act, further providing for definitions; and providing for additional use of funds for financial assistance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1556/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1556","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":330864,"bill_number":"HB1567","title":"Clarifying the scope of the act; and further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1978 (P.L.752, No.140), known as the Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act, clarifying the scope of the act; and further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1567/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1567","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":330870,"bill_number":"HB1562","title":"Further providing for drug trafficking sentencing and penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for drug trafficking sentencing and penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1562/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1562","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":330873,"bill_number":"HB1561","title":"Further providing for compensation of members of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for compensation of members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1561/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1561","sponsor":"Frank Farry"},
{"bill_id":330890,"bill_number":"HR293","title":"Congratulating the Pennsylvania Dental Association for its efforts to improve access to dental care.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Pennsylvania Dental Association for its efforts to improve access to dental care.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR293/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=293","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":330893,"bill_number":"HR295","title":"Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of China.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of China.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR295/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=295","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":330895,"bill_number":"HB1565","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for chemical analysis of recycled wastewater during storage, for chemical analysis of wastewater generated by oil and gas activities and for electronic tracking of wastewater from oil and gas activities.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for definitions; and providing for chemical analysis of recycled wastewater during storage, for chemical analysis of wastewater generated by oil and gas activities and for electronic tracking of wastewater from oil and gas activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1565/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1565","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":330900,"bill_number":"HB1553","title":"Further providing for services by county children and youth offices.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for services by county children and youth offices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1553/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1553","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":330909,"bill_number":"HB1559","title":"Regulating medical physicists; establishing the State Board of Medical Physicists; providing for funds, for licensure, for disciplinary action, for remedies, for penalties and for preemption.","description":"An Act regulating medical physicists; establishing the State Board of Medical Physicists; providing for funds, for licensure, for disciplinary action, for remedies, for penalties and for preemption.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1559/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1559","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":330933,"bill_number":"HB1564","title":"Establishing a bill of rights for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act establishing a bill of rights for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1564/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1564","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":330934,"bill_number":"HB1551","title":"Relating to physician credentialing by health insurers.","description":"An Act relating to physician credentialing by health insurers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1551/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1551","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":330937,"bill_number":"HB1560","title":"Providing for uniform health carrier external review; and imposing powers and duties on the Insurance Department.","description":"An Act providing for uniform health carrier external review; and imposing powers and duties on the Insurance Department.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1560/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1560","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":330939,"bill_number":"HR294","title":"Recognizing the volunteers participating in Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful's \"Great American Cleanup of PA\" March 1 through May 31, 2011.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the volunteers participating in Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful's \"Great American Cleanup of PA\" March 1 through May 31, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR294/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=294","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":330948,"bill_number":"HB1554","title":"Further providing for municipal police education and training.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for municipal police education and training.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1554/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1554","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":330960,"bill_number":"HB1555","title":"Further providing for prohibited activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for prohibited activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1555/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1555","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":330972,"bill_number":"HB1563","title":"Providing for Senior Resident Annual Fishing License reciprocity.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for Senior Resident Annual Fishing License reciprocity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1563/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1563","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":330973,"bill_number":"HB1557","title":"Amending the act of April 8, 1949 (P.L.418, No.58), entitled, \"An act to provide for and regulate the accumulation, investment, and expenditure of funds by cities, boroughs, incorporated towns and townships for preparing plans for sewage disposal systems, and for the construction, improvement or replacement of sewage disposal systems for which plans have been approved by the Sanitary Water Board of the Commonwealth,\" further providing for definitions and for expenditure of fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 8, 1949 (P.L.418, No.58), entitled, \"An act to provide for and regulate the accumulation, investment, and expenditure of funds by cities, boroughs, incorporated towns and townships for preparing plans for sewage disposal systems, and for the construction, improvement or replacement of sewage disposal systems for which plans have been approved by the Sanitary Water Board of the Commonwealth,\" further providing for definitions and for expenditure of fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1557/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1557","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":330974,"bill_number":"HB1558","title":"Prohibiting discrimination against volunteer ambulance services.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, prohibiting discrimination against volunteer ambulance services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1558/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1558","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":330980,"bill_number":"HB1566","title":"Further providing for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1566/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1566","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":330985,"bill_number":"HB1552","title":"Providing for venue in personal injury actions.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for venue in personal injury actions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1552/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1552","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":331131,"bill_number":"HB1569","title":"In services and facilities, further providing for proper service and facilities established on complaint and authority to order conservation and load management programs.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in services and facilities, further providing for proper service and facilities established on complaint and authority to order conservation and load management programs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1569/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1569","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":331139,"bill_number":"HB1400","title":"Establishing a Statewide stroke system of care by recognizing primary stroke centers and directing the creation of emergency medical services training and transport protocols; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Health.","description":"An Act establishing a Statewide stroke system of care by recognizing primary stroke centers and directing the creation of emergency medical services training and transport protocols; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Health.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-29","last_action":"Act No. 54","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1400/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1400","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":331176,"bill_number":"HB1568","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1568/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1568","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":331192,"bill_number":"HB1570","title":"In licensing of health care facilities, further providing for definitions and for licensure, providing for medical staff requirements for hospital licensure, further providing for term and content of license and for reliance on accrediting agencies and Federal Government; and providing for reliance on national accreditation organizations for hospitals.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, in licensing of health care facilities, further providing for definitions and for licensure, providing for medical staff requirements for hospital licensure, further providing for term and content of license and for reliance on accrediting agencies and Federal Government; and providing for reliance on national accreditation organizations for hospitals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1570/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1570","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":331193,"bill_number":"HR296","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass the Fracturing Responsibility and Awareness of Chemicals Act, thereby repealing the provision in the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act that exempts oil and gas industries from restrictions on hydraulic fracturing operations located near drinking water sources, as well as requiring oil and gas industries to disclose all hydraulic fracturing chemicals and chemical constituents.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass the Fracturing Responsibility and Awareness of Chemicals Act, thereby repealing the provision in the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act that exempts oil and gas industries from restrictions on hydraulic fracturing operations located near drinking water sources, as well as requiring oil and gas industries to disclose all hydraulic fracturing chemicals and chemical constituents.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR296/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=296","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":331382,"bill_number":"HR302","title":"Designating the month of August 2011 as \"Kidney Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of August 2011 as \"Kidney Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR302/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=302","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":331383,"bill_number":"HR301","title":"Designating the month of September 2011 as \"Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2011 as \"Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR301/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=301","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":331389,"bill_number":"HB1577","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1577/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1577","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":331390,"bill_number":"HB1571","title":"Further providing for booth rental prohibited.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 3, 1933 (P.L.242, No.86), referred to as the Cosmetology Law, further providing for booth rental prohibited.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1571/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1571","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":331399,"bill_number":"HR299","title":"Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR299/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=299","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":331402,"bill_number":"HR300","title":"Designating the month of June 2011 as \"Congenital Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of June 2011 as \"Congenital Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR300/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=300","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":331403,"bill_number":"HB1579","title":"Providing for the Protection of Patients and Medical Personnel from Health Care Facility Retaliation Act; providing for prohibitions against discrimination and retaliation and for rebuttable presumptions.","description":"An Act providing for the Protection of Patients and Medical Personnel from Health Care Facility Retaliation Act; providing for prohibitions against discrimination and retaliation and for rebuttable presumptions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1579/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1579","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":331408,"bill_number":"HB1574","title":"Amending the act of June 11, 1935 (P.L.326, No.149), entitled \"An act relating to counties of the first class; defining deceased service persons; providing for contributions by the county to the funeral expenses for such persons and their widows; providing for the erection and care of markers, headstones, and flags, and for the compilation of war records,\" further providing for markers for graves and headstones.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 11, 1935 (P.L.326, No.149), entitled \"An act relating to counties of the first class; defining deceased service persons; providing for contributions by the county to the funeral expenses for such persons and their widows; providing for the erection and care of markers, headstones, and flags, and for the compilation of war records,\" further providing for markers for graves and headstones.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Re-referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1574/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1574","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":331419,"bill_number":"HB1573","title":"In special powers and duties of counties, further providing for markers for graves and headstones.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in special powers and duties of counties, further providing for markers for graves and headstones.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Re-referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1573/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1573","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":331427,"bill_number":"HR298","title":"Recognizing the outstanding contributions of ASSET Inc.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the outstanding contributions of ASSET Inc.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR298/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=298","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":331428,"bill_number":"HB1576","title":"Regulating child labor; conferring powers and duties on the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Education; imposing penalties; and making a repeal.","description":"An Act regulating child labor; conferring powers and duties on the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Education; imposing penalties; and making a repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1576/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1576","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":331438,"bill_number":"HR297","title":"Commending distinguished Mastery Charter School orators.","description":"A Resolution commending distinguished Mastery Charter School orators.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR297/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=297","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":331441,"bill_number":"HB1578","title":"Authorizing incorporation of benefit corporations; providing for rights, duties and obligations of benefit corporations and their shareholders, directors and officers; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of State.","description":"An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, authorizing incorporation of benefit corporations; providing for rights, duties and obligations of benefit corporations and their shareholders, directors and officers; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of State.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1578/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1578","sponsor":"Michael Gerber"},
{"bill_id":331443,"bill_number":"HB1572","title":"Further providing for markers on graves, memorial certificates and headstones.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, further providing for markers on graves, memorial certificates and headstones.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1572/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1572","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":331555,"bill_number":"HB1587","title":"Requiring certain persons to wear helmets when sledding or snowboarding under certain circumstances.","description":"An Act requiring certain persons to wear helmets when sledding or snowboarding under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Referred to TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Tourism & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1587/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1587","sponsor":"Timothy Hennessey"},
{"bill_id":331558,"bill_number":"HR304","title":"Supporting the Unification of Ireland.","description":"A Resolution supporting the Unification of Ireland.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR304/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=304","sponsor":"Timothy Hennessey"},
{"bill_id":331559,"bill_number":"HB1586","title":"In inheritance tax, further providing for duties of depositories.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in inheritance tax, further providing for duties of depositories.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1586/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1586","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":331588,"bill_number":"HB1582","title":"In municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Act No. 12","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1582/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1582","sponsor":"John Taylor"},
{"bill_id":331732,"bill_number":"HR303","title":"A Concurrent Resolution commending the completion of the September 11th National Memorial Trail and urging all Pennsylvanians to remember those victims who lost their lives on that fateful day.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution commending the completion of the September 11th National Memorial Trail and urging all Pennsylvanians to remember those victims who lost their lives on that fateful day.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR303/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=303","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":331809,"bill_number":"HB1581","title":"Further providing for prohibited religious garb, insignia, etc. and penalty.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for prohibited religious garb, insignia, etc. and penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1581/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1581","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":331811,"bill_number":"HB1588","title":"In fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of five per centum hotel tax in certain counties of the fifth class.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of five per centum hotel tax in certain counties of the fifth class.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Act No. 142","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1588/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1588","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":331844,"bill_number":"HR305","title":"Designating August 2011 as \"Native American Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating August 2011 as \"Native American Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR305/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=305","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":332334,"bill_number":"SR125","title":"Commending the completion of the September 11th National Memorial Trail and urging all Pennsylvanians to remember those victims who lost their lives on that fateful day.","description":"A Resolution commending the completion of the September 11th National Memorial Trail and urging all Pennsylvanians to remember those victims who lost their lives on that fateful day.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR125/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=125","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":332346,"bill_number":"HB1589","title":"Further providing for the membership of the advisory committee of The Governor Robert P. Casey Memorial Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Trust Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the membership of the advisory committee of The Governor Robert P. Casey Memorial Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Trust Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1589/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1589","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":332360,"bill_number":"SB1079","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, reducing the size of the General Assembly.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, reducing the size of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1079/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1079","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":332372,"bill_number":"HR306","title":"Designating the month of May 2011 as \"Brain Tumor Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2011 as \"Brain Tumor Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR306/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=306","sponsor":"Josh Shapiro"},
{"bill_id":332387,"bill_number":"SB1081","title":"Authorizing and directing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the County of Chester, certain lands situate in East Vincent Township, Chester County.","description":"An Act authorizing and directing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the County of Chester, certain lands situate in East Vincent Township, Chester County.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1081/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1081","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":332408,"bill_number":"SR123","title":"Recognizing the week of June 1 through 7, 2011, as \"National CPR and AED Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of June 1 through 7, 2011, as \"National CPR and AED Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR123/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=123","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":332475,"bill_number":"HR308","title":"Designating the month of July 2011 as \"MECP2 Duplication Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of July 2011 as \"MECP2 Duplication Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR308/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=308","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":332498,"bill_number":"SB1073","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1073/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1073","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":332501,"bill_number":"SR126","title":"Remembering the sacrifices of the brave men and women in our armed forces as Memorial Day approaches.","description":"A Resolution remembering the sacrifices of the brave men and women in our armed forces as Memorial Day approaches.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR126/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=126","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":332525,"bill_number":"SB1075","title":"Further providing for traffic-control signals.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for traffic-control signals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1075/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1075","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":332536,"bill_number":"HR307","title":"Recognizing the week of May 21 through 27, 2011, as \"Safe Boating Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 21 through 27, 2011, as \"Safe Boating Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR307/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=307","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":332541,"bill_number":"SB1080","title":"Providing for government support agencies including their organization and their powers and duties; consolidating certain existing agencies into a new agency and providing for its organization and its powers and duties; providing for implementation and the transition of the existing agencies into the new agency; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act providing for government support agencies including their organization and their powers and duties; consolidating certain existing agencies into a new agency and providing for its organization and its powers and duties; providing for implementation and the transition of the existing agencies into the new agency; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1080/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1080","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":332560,"bill_number":"SR124","title":"Recognizing the week of May 21 through 27, 2011, as \"National Safe Boating Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 21 through 27, 2011, as \"National Safe Boating Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-23","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR124/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=124","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":332585,"bill_number":"SB1083","title":"Further providing for arson and related offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for arson and related offenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1083/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1083","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":332602,"bill_number":"HR312","title":"Recognizing the week of May 23 through 30, 2011, as \"National Association of Insurance Women, International, Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 23 through 30, 2011, as \"National Association of Insurance Women, International, Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR312/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=312","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":332685,"bill_number":"HB1590","title":"Providing for notice to school district; and further providing for application for final approval.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, providing for notice to school district; and further providing for application for final approval.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1590/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1590","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":332698,"bill_number":"SR128","title":"Recognizing the week of May 21 through 27, 2011, as \"Older Americans Mental Health Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 21 through 27, 2011, as \"Older Americans Mental Health Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR128/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=128","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":332704,"bill_number":"HB1583","title":"Further providing for protective equipment for motorcycle riders.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for protective equipment for motorcycle riders.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1583/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1583","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":332711,"bill_number":"HB1593","title":"Further providing for transfer of ownership of vehicle.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for transfer of ownership of vehicle.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1593/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1593","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":332714,"bill_number":"SR129","title":"Recognizing the month May 2011 as \"Arthritis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month May 2011 as \"Arthritis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR129/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=129","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":332717,"bill_number":"HB1596","title":"Providing for the Pennsylvania Officer Down Advisory; authorizing and directing the Pennsylvania State Police to establish and maintain the Pennsylvania Officer Down Advisory; assessing costs; and providing for immunity and penalties.","description":"An Act providing for the Pennsylvania Officer Down Advisory; authorizing and directing the Pennsylvania State Police to establish and maintain the Pennsylvania Officer Down Advisory; assessing costs; and providing for immunity and penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1596/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1596","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":332724,"bill_number":"HB1592","title":"Further providing for removal of vehicle by or at direction of police.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for removal of vehicle by or at direction of police.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1592/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1592","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":332736,"bill_number":"HB1595","title":"Providing for the suspension of mandates by school entities; requiring the Department of Education to maintain a list of suspended mandates on its Internet website and to report annually to the General Assembly the mandates suspended by the school entities.","description":"An Act providing for the suspension of mandates by school entities; requiring the Department of Education to maintain a list of suspended mandates on its Internet website and to report annually to the General Assembly the mandates suspended by the school entities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1595/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1595","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":332739,"bill_number":"HB1601","title":"Further providing for purpose, for definitions, for acting for or aiding nonadmitted insurers, for requirements for eligible surplus lines insurers, for surplus lines licensee's duty to notify insured, for exempt risks, for surplus lines advisory organizations, for licensing of surplus lines licensee, for surplus lines licensees may accept business from insurance producer, for surplus lines tax, for tax on independently procured insurance and for suspension, revocation or nonrenewal of surplus lines licensee's license.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, further providing for purpose, for definitions, for acting for or aiding nonadmitted insurers, for requirements for eligible surplus lines insurers, for surplus lines licensee's duty to notify insured, for exempt risks, for surplus lines advisory organizations, for licensing of surplus lines licensee, for surplus lines licensees may accept business from insurance producer, for surplus lines tax, for tax on independently procured insurance and for suspension, revocation or nonrenewal of surplus lines licensee's license.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1601/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1601","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":332742,"bill_number":"HB1594","title":"In general requirements, further providing for well permits.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, in general requirements, further providing for well permits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1594/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1594","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":332746,"bill_number":"HB1602","title":"Further providing for definitions and for right to lien and amount; providing for State Construction Notices Directory and for notice of commencement and furnishing requirements; and further providing for priority of lien and for discharge of lien on payment into court or entry of security.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 24, 1963 (P.L.1175, No.497), known as the Mechanics' Lien Law of 1963, further providing for definitions and for right to lien and amount; providing for State Construction Notices Directory and for notice of commencement and furnishing requirements; and further providing for priority of lien and for discharge of lien on payment into court or entry of security.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1602/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1602","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":332747,"bill_number":"HB1598","title":"Further providing for definitions and for municipal administration.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for definitions and for municipal administration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1598/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1598","sponsor":"John Taylor"},
{"bill_id":332758,"bill_number":"SR127","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Foster Care Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Foster Care Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR127/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=127","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":332766,"bill_number":"HB1597","title":"In penalty provisions, further providing for recovery and recoupment of compensation; and providing for an amnesty program for selected violations.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in penalty provisions, further providing for recovery and recoupment of compensation; and providing for an amnesty program for selected violations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1597/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1597","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":332775,"bill_number":"HR309","title":"A Concurrent Resolution establishing a forestry task force to study issues concerning the renewal and management of this Commonwealth's forests; providing for an advisory committee; and directing the Joint Legislative Air and Water Pollution Control and Conservation Committee to provide administrative support to the task force.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution establishing a forestry task force to study issues concerning the renewal and management of this Commonwealth's forests; providing for an advisory committee; and directing the Joint Legislative Air and Water Pollution Control and Conservation Committee to provide administrative support to the task force.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR309/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=309","sponsor":"Scott Hutchinson"},
{"bill_id":332776,"bill_number":"HR310","title":"Recognizing the week of October 16 through 22, 2011, as \"Credit Union Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of October 16 through 22, 2011, as \"Credit Union Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Adopted (200-1)","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR310/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=310","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":332780,"bill_number":"HB1599","title":"Amending the act of July 6, 1917 (P.L.723, No.262), entitled \"An act imposing a tax on premiums of insurance and reinsurance in foreign insurance companies and associations not registered in this Commonwealth; providing the method of collection of such tax, and imposing penalties,\" further providing for tax on contracts with unauthorized companies and deductions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 6, 1917 (P.L.723, No.262), entitled \"An act imposing a tax on premiums of insurance and reinsurance in foreign insurance companies and associations not registered in this Commonwealth; providing the method of collection of such tax, and imposing penalties,\" further providing for tax on contracts with unauthorized companies and deductions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1599/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1599","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":332781,"bill_number":"HB1591","title":"Providing for economic development responsibility by requiring standard wages on certain projects receiving State subsidies.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for economic development responsibility by requiring standard wages on certain projects receiving State subsidies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1591/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1591","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":332783,"bill_number":"HR311","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Wine, Wineries and Grapes Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Wine, Wineries and Grapes Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Adopted (200-1)","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR311/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=311","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":332785,"bill_number":"HR313","title":"Recognizing former Army Corporal Frank W. Buckles, America's last survivor of World War I, who died on February 27, 2011, at Gap View Farm near Charles Town, West Virginia, at 110 years of age.","description":"A Resolution recognizing former Army Corporal Frank W. Buckles, America's last survivor of World War I, who died on February 27, 2011, at Gap View Farm near Charles Town, West Virginia, at 110 years of age.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-05-25","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-05-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR313/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=313","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":333033,"bill_number":"HB1603","title":"Further providing for retail theft.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for retail theft.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1603/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1603","sponsor":"Thomas Quigley"},
{"bill_id":333162,"bill_number":"HB1607","title":"In enforcement, further providing for investigation by police officers.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in enforcement, further providing for investigation by police officers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1607/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1607","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":333186,"bill_number":"HB1604","title":"Providing for family centers.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for family centers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1604/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1604","sponsor":"Ted Harhai"},
{"bill_id":333206,"bill_number":"HB1605","title":"Providing for applicability of Whistleblower Law.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, providing for applicability of Whistleblower Law.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1605/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1605","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":333228,"bill_number":"HB1606","title":"Further providing for immediate notice of accident to police department.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for immediate notice of accident to police department.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1606/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1606","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":333367,"bill_number":"SB700","title":"Providing for video game production tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for video game production tax credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-05-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-05-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB700/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=700","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":333405,"bill_number":"HB1584","title":"In registration of vehicles, providing for special motorcycle plate for certain owners.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, providing for special motorcycle plate for certain owners.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1584/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1584","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":333528,"bill_number":"HR314","title":"Recognizing Lycoming County for receiving the designation by Safe Communities Canada as the world's 201st International Safe Community.","description":"A Resolution recognizing Lycoming County for receiving the designation by Safe Communities Canada as the world's 201st International Safe Community.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR314/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=314","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":333534,"bill_number":"HB1585","title":"Further providing for protective equipment for motorcycle riders.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for protective equipment for motorcycle riders.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1585/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1585","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":333599,"bill_number":"HR315","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee and the Joint State Government Commission to study the financial and administrative effectiveness of the emergency medical services system.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee and the Joint State Government Commission to study the financial and administrative effectiveness of the emergency medical services system.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Amended and Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR315/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=315","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":333646,"bill_number":"HB1611","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for psychiatric mental health clinical nurse specialist.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 22, 1951 (P.L.317, No.69), known as The Professional Nursing Law, further providing for definitions; and providing for psychiatric mental health clinical nurse specialist.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1611/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1611","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":333663,"bill_number":"HB1612","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth and for appointment of watchers.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth and for appointment of watchers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1612/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1612","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":333664,"bill_number":"HB1608","title":"Further defining \"correction officer.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further defining \"correction officer.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1608/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1608","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":334160,"bill_number":"HB1619","title":"In budget and finance, further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in budget and finance, further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1619/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1619","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":334172,"bill_number":"HR316","title":"A Concurrent Resolution creating a commission composed of public and private cost-minded leaders of this Commonwealth to study the management of current government operations and make recommendations regarding the merger and consolidation of certain government operations.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution creating a commission composed of public and private cost-minded leaders of this Commonwealth to study the management of current government operations and make recommendations regarding the merger and consolidation of certain government operations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR316/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=316","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":334190,"bill_number":"HB1613","title":"Providing for special farmland preservation registration plates and for the use of a portion of the fee for the plate.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for special farmland preservation registration plates and for the use of a portion of the fee for the plate.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1613/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1613","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":334200,"bill_number":"HB1614","title":"Phasing out inheritance and estate tax provisions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, phasing out inheritance and estate tax provisions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1614/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1614","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":334207,"bill_number":"HB1621","title":"Providing for the dedicated funding of higher education; and establishing the Higher Education Fund.","description":"An Act providing for the dedicated funding of higher education; and establishing the Higher Education Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1621/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1621","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":334218,"bill_number":"HB1616","title":"Further providing for benefit corporations.","description":"An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for benefit corporations.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 152","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1616/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1616","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":334233,"bill_number":"HB1617","title":"Further providing for suspension of operating privilege for failure to respond to citation.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for suspension of operating privilege for failure to respond to citation.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-08","last_action":"Act No. 146","last_action_date":"2012-10-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1617/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1617","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":334242,"bill_number":"HB1618","title":"Further providing for the offense of assault of law enforcement officer.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of assault of law enforcement officer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1618/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1618","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":334249,"bill_number":"HB1615","title":"Providing for at least a 2% reduction in State spending for the 2011-2012 budget and for a reduction in the rate of the personal income tax levied on Pennsylvania S corporations.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for at least a 2% reduction in State spending for the 2011-2012 budget and for a reduction in the rate of the personal income tax levied on Pennsylvania S corporations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-02","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-02","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1615/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1615","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":334365,"bill_number":"HR318","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Rain Forest Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and urging Commonwealth residents to become aware of the disappearing rain forests worldwide and to make choices that can lead to protection of those remaining areas.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2011 as \"Rain Forest Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and urging Commonwealth residents to become aware of the disappearing rain forests worldwide and to make choices that can lead to protection of those remaining areas.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR318/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=318","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":334366,"bill_number":"HR320","title":"A Concurrent Resolution establishing a task force to develop criteria and procedures for data submission and verification to address insufficient sample data and to assure and/or disclose that the sample data relied on to develop a county's performance measure during a reassessment is representative of the bulk of the county's property inventory.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution establishing a task force to develop criteria and procedures for data submission and verification to address insufficient sample data and to assure and/or disclose that the sample data relied on to develop a county's performance measure during a reassessment is representative of the bulk of the county's property inventory.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR320/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=320","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":334378,"bill_number":"HB1609","title":"Providing requirements for insurers relating to prescription drug coverage.","description":"An Act providing requirements for insurers relating to prescription drug coverage.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1609/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1609","sponsor":"Michael Vereb"},
{"bill_id":334395,"bill_number":"HB1463","title":"Further providing for duties of board and for qualifications.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 16, 1992 (P.L.155, No.28), known as the Assessors Certification Act, further providing for duties of board and for qualifications.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1463/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1463","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":334414,"bill_number":"HR321","title":"A Concurrent Resolution establishing a task force to develop a set of uniform standards for county reassessment contracting, develop standards for disclosing the county's system of property valuation and assessment, develop a self-evaluation tool for counties to determine when a reassessment is warranted and recommend a standard to be used to a Statewide mandatory reassessment time frame.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution establishing a task force to develop a set of uniform standards for county reassessment contracting, develop standards for disclosing the county's system of property valuation and assessment, develop a self-evaluation tool for counties to determine when a reassessment is warranted and recommend a standard to be used to a Statewide mandatory reassessment time frame.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR321/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=321","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":334415,"bill_number":"HB1468","title":"In taxation by school district, further providing for property tax limits on reassessment.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, in taxation by school district, further providing for property tax limits on reassessment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1468/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1468","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":334438,"bill_number":"HB1467","title":"In consolidated county assessment, further providing for limitation on tax increase after countywide reassessment.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in consolidated county assessment, further providing for limitation on tax increase after countywide reassessment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1467/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1467","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":334457,"bill_number":"HB1462","title":"Further providing for definitions and for State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1990 (P.L.404, No.98), known as the Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act, further providing for definitions and for State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1462/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1462","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":334466,"bill_number":"HB1465","title":"Providing for a State revolving loan program to counties for the purpose of conducting countywide reassessments; imposing powers and duties on the Center for Local Government Services; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for a State revolving loan program to counties for the purpose of conducting countywide reassessments; imposing powers and duties on the Center for Local Government Services; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1465/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1465","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":334477,"bill_number":"HR317","title":"Recognizing the many hours that American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) members, particularly volunteers, give in an effort to assist their fellow citizens and encouraging the American Association of Retired Persons and its members to continue to help citizens of this Commonwealth make the most out of life after 50 years of age and to, in the words of American Association of Retired Persons founder Ethel Percy Andrus, \"serve and not be served.\"","description":"A Resolution recognizing the many hours that American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) members, particularly volunteers, give in an effort to assist their fellow citizens and encouraging the American Association of Retired Persons and its members to continue to help citizens of this Commonwealth make the most out of life after 50 years of age and to, in the words of American Association of Retired Persons founder Ethel Percy Andrus, \"serve and not be served.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR317/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=317","sponsor":"Joseph Markosek"},
{"bill_id":334821,"bill_number":"HR325","title":"Honoring the promotion of Pennsylvania native Major General Rhett A. Hernandez to the rank of Lieutenant General in the United States Army.","description":"A Resolution honoring the promotion of Pennsylvania native Major General Rhett A. Hernandez to the rank of Lieutenant General in the United States Army.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-08","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR325/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=325","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":334835,"bill_number":"HB1623","title":"In table games, further providing for table game taxes.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in table games, further providing for table game taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1623/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1623","sponsor":"Margo Davidson"},
{"bill_id":334853,"bill_number":"HR323","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a comprehensive survey of all State agencies that provide social services and the cost of those services to individuals and their families who illegally immigrated to the United States and reside in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a comprehensive survey of all State agencies that provide social services and the cost of those services to individuals and their families who illegally immigrated to the United States and reside in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR323/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=323","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":334872,"bill_number":"HB1464","title":"Repealing imposition of tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, repealing imposition of tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1464/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1464","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":334884,"bill_number":"HR324","title":"Memorializing the President and the Congress of the United States to enact legislation that will require companies who engage in trade credit to remit full payment to the supplier for any services or products within 30 days of receipt of the itemized invoice from the supplier.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the President and the Congress of the United States to enact legislation that will require companies who engage in trade credit to remit full payment to the supplier for any services or products within 30 days of receipt of the itemized invoice from the supplier.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR324/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=324","sponsor":"Margo Davidson"},
{"bill_id":334885,"bill_number":"HB1624","title":"Further providing for unfair practices.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for unfair practices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1624/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1624","sponsor":"Margo Davidson"},
{"bill_id":334892,"bill_number":"HB1625","title":"Further providing for exceptions to governmental immunity.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for exceptions to governmental immunity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1625/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1625","sponsor":"Margo Davidson"},
{"bill_id":334906,"bill_number":"HB1466","title":"Further providing for the imposition of inheritance tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for the imposition of inheritance tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1466/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1466","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":334909,"bill_number":"HR322","title":"Designating the third Saturday in June as \"Juneteenth National Freedom Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the third Saturday in June as \"Juneteenth National Freedom Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR322/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=322","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":334996,"bill_number":"SB1076","title":"Further providing for legislative findings and for definitions; providing for application limited to areas of extreme urban blight, for monitoring data and for periodic audit; further providing for criteria for authorization of keystone opportunity zone; providing for duties of department; and further providing for reporting.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 6, 1998 (P.L.705, No.92), known as the Keystone Opportunity Zone, Keystone Opportunity Expansion Zone and Keystone Opportunity Improvement Zone Act, further providing for legislative findings and for definitions; providing for application limited to areas of extreme urban blight, for monitoring data and for periodic audit; further providing for criteria for authorization of keystone opportunity zone; providing for duties of department; and further providing for reporting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1076/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1076","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":334997,"bill_number":"SB1098","title":"Further defining \"emergency vehicle.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further defining \"emergency vehicle.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1098/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1098","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":334999,"bill_number":"SB1092","title":"In powers of attorney, further providing for general provisions and for special rules for gifts; providing for agent's duties and for principles of law and equity; further providing for form of power of attorney, for implementation of power of attorney and for liability; providing for liability for refusal to accept acknowledged power of attorney; and further providing for validity.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in powers of attorney, further providing for general provisions and for special rules for gifts; providing for agent's duties and for principles of law and equity; further providing for form of power of attorney, for implementation of power of attorney and for liability; providing for liability for refusal to accept acknowledged power of attorney; and further providing for validity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1092/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1092","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":335000,"bill_number":"SB1087","title":"In professional employees, further providing for rating system.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in professional employees, further providing for rating system.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1087/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1087","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":335001,"bill_number":"SB1094","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for definitions and for exclusions from tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for definitions and for exclusions from tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1094/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1094","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":335002,"bill_number":"SB1099","title":"Further providing for minimum wages.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for minimum wages.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1099/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1099","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":335003,"bill_number":"SB1084","title":"Imposing a tax on smokeless tobacco; and providing for definitions.","description":"An Act imposing a tax on smokeless tobacco; and providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1084/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1084","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":335004,"bill_number":"SB1093","title":"In duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for tax levies and, in school finances, for one annual tax levy, for power to incur debt, for tax levy, for taxing power, for limitations on tax levy, for school districts lying in more than one county and tax levy on occupations and for temporary continuance of tax on landfill or resource recovery facilities.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for tax levies and, in school finances, for one annual tax levy, for power to incur debt, for tax levy, for taxing power, for limitations on tax levy, for school districts lying in more than one county and tax levy on occupations and for temporary continuance of tax on landfill or resource recovery facilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1093/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1093","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":335005,"bill_number":"SB1088","title":"Further providing for powers of an authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, further providing for powers of an authority.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1088/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1088","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":335006,"bill_number":"SB1074","title":"Further providing for judicial compensation, for executive compensation and for legislative compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for judicial compensation, for executive compensation and for legislative compensation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1074/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1074","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":335008,"bill_number":"SB1089","title":"Further providing for form of ballots, printing ballots, stubs and numbers, for form of ballot labels on voting machines and for forms.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for form of ballots, printing ballots, stubs and numbers, for form of ballot labels on voting machines and for forms.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-01-25","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1089/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1089","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":335009,"bill_number":"SB698","title":"Further providing for definitions and for the Commonwealth Financing Authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 2008 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Alternative Energy Investment Act, further providing for definitions and for the Commonwealth Financing Authority.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB698/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=698","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":335011,"bill_number":"SB1053","title":"Further providing for definitions and for administrative duties of board.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for administrative duties of board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1053/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1053","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":335040,"bill_number":"HR328","title":"Recognizing the week of June 1 through 7, 2011, as \"CPR and AED Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of June 1 through 7, 2011, as \"CPR and AED Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR328/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=328","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":335042,"bill_number":"HB1626","title":"Authorizing the State Treasurer to enter into an agreement to set off Federal debt.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, authorizing the State Treasurer to enter into an agreement to set off Federal debt.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1626/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1626","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":335043,"bill_number":"SR32","title":"Providing for the Rules of the Senate for the 195th and 196th Regular Session.","description":"A Resolution providing for the Rules of the Senate for the 195th and 196th Regular Session.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Adopted (49-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR32/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=32","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":335044,"bill_number":"SB1077","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"employe.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, further providing for the definition of \"employe.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-03","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-06-03","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1077/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1077","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":335046,"bill_number":"HB1620","title":"Further defining \"health care provider\"; and further providing for punitive damages.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, further defining \"health care provider\"; and further providing for punitive damages.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1620/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1620","sponsor":"Glen Grell"},
{"bill_id":335047,"bill_number":"HB1525","title":"Further providing for employee available to administer CPR.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 21, 1989 (P.L.672, No.87), known as the Health Club Act, further providing for employee available to administer CPR.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 106","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1525/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1525","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":335049,"bill_number":"HB1627","title":"Further providing for exclusions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for exclusions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1627/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1627","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":335050,"bill_number":"HR330","title":"A Concurrent Resolution establishing a center for government innovation, to be identified as the Pennsylvania 4.0 Team, comprised of public and private sector leaders of this Commonwealth to assess the operation of State agencies and the administration of State programs with a focus on evaluating and potentially restructuring how services are delivered, identifying innovative cost savings, improving customer service, streamlining government operations, redirecting as appropriate functions and job creation opportunities to the private sector and transitioning the Commonwealth into a more fiscally sustainable structure of government.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution establishing a center for government innovation, to be identified as the Pennsylvania 4.0 Team, comprised of public and private sector leaders of this Commonwealth to assess the operation of State agencies and the administration of State programs with a focus on evaluating and potentially restructuring how services are delivered, identifying innovative cost savings, improving customer service, streamlining government operations, redirecting as appropriate functions and job creation opportunities to the private sector and transitioning the Commonwealth into a more fiscally sustainable structure of government.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR330/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=330","sponsor":"Sheryl Delozier"},
{"bill_id":335051,"bill_number":"SB1108","title":"Further providing for the Coal Bed Methane Review Board.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 24, 1968 (P.L.1040, No.318), known as the Coal Refuse Disposal Control Act, further providing for the Coal Bed Methane Review Board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1108/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1108","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":335052,"bill_number":"SB1096","title":"Further providing for purpose, for definitions, for acting for or aiding nonadmitted insurers, for requirements for eligible surplus lines insurers, for surplus lines licensee's duty to notify insured, for exempt risks, for surplus lines advisory organizations, for licensing of surplus lines licensee, for surplus lines licensees may accept business from insurance producer, for surplus lines tax, for tax on independently procured insurance and for suspension, revocation or nonrenewal of surplus lines licensee's license.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, further providing for purpose, for definitions, for acting for or aiding nonadmitted insurers, for requirements for eligible surplus lines insurers, for surplus lines licensee's duty to notify insured, for exempt risks, for surplus lines advisory organizations, for licensing of surplus lines licensee, for surplus lines licensees may accept business from insurance producer, for surplus lines tax, for tax on independently procured insurance and for suspension, revocation or nonrenewal of surplus lines licensee's license.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 28","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1096/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1096","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":335053,"bill_number":"HR326","title":"Honoring the Anne Frank Elementary School, in the Northeast Region of the City of Philadelphia, on the occasion of its 50th anniversary for successfully meeting the challenges of serving a uniquely diverse student population and for preparing students to be contributing members of society in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution honoring the Anne Frank Elementary School, in the Northeast Region of the City of Philadelphia, on the occasion of its 50th anniversary for successfully meeting the challenges of serving a uniquely diverse student population and for preparing students to be contributing members of society in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR326/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=326","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":335054,"bill_number":"HB1631","title":"Providing for toll-free response telephone number.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for toll-free response telephone number.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1631/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1631","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":335055,"bill_number":"SR33","title":"Providing for the adoption of Financial Operating Rules of the Senate.","description":"A Resolution providing for the adoption of Financial Operating Rules of the Senate.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Adopted (49-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR33/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=33","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":335056,"bill_number":"SB1091","title":"In general budget implementation, further providing for the Department of Labor and Industry.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in general budget implementation, further providing for the Department of Labor and Industry.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1091/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1091","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":335057,"bill_number":"HB1628","title":"Further providing for corporate net income tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 6, 1998 (P.L.705, No.92), known as the Keystone Opportunity Zone, Keystone Opportunity Expansion Zone and Keystone Opportunity Improvement Zone Act, further providing for corporate net income tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1628/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1628","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":335058,"bill_number":"HB1629","title":"Providing tax credits to businesses that install single-stall family restrooms.","description":"An Act providing tax credits to businesses that install single-stall family restrooms.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1629/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1629","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":335059,"bill_number":"SB1086","title":"Providing for State-aid for 2011-2012.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 14, 1961 (P.L.324, No.188), known as The Library Code, providing for State-aid for 2011-2012.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1086/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1086","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":335060,"bill_number":"HR329","title":"Honoring the life and achievements of Mr. Congie DeVito and extending condolences to that of his family, friends and countless colleagues.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and achievements of Mr. Congie DeVito and extending condolences to that of his family, friends and countless colleagues.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR329/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=329","sponsor":"Matthew Bradford"},
{"bill_id":335063,"bill_number":"SB1097","title":"Amending the act of July 6, 1917 (P.L.723, No.262), entitled \"An act imposing a tax on premiums of insurance and reinsurance in foreign insurance companies and associations not registered in this Commonwealth; providing the method of collection of such tax, and imposing penalties,\" further providing for tax on contracts with unauthorized companies and deductions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 6, 1917 (P.L.723, No.262), entitled \"An act imposing a tax on premiums of insurance and reinsurance in foreign insurance companies and associations not registered in this Commonwealth; providing the method of collection of such tax, and imposing penalties,\" further providing for tax on contracts with unauthorized companies and deductions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 29","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1097/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1097","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":335064,"bill_number":"HR327","title":"Designating the week of June 12 through 19, 2011, as \"State Veterans' Home Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of June 12 through 19, 2011, as \"State Veterans' Home Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR327/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=327","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":335066,"bill_number":"SB1095","title":"Establishing an independent informal dispute resolution process for long-term care nursing facilities to dispute Department of Health survey deficiencies; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Health.","description":"An Act establishing an independent informal dispute resolution process for long-term care nursing facilities to dispute Department of Health survey deficiencies; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-11-02","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1095/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1095","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":335114,"bill_number":"HB1633","title":"In personal income tax, establishing and providing for contributions to the Spinal Cord Research Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, establishing and providing for contributions to the Spinal Cord Research Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1633/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1633","sponsor":"Sandra Major"},
{"bill_id":335130,"bill_number":"HB1632","title":"In sheriff and coroner, further providing for official records of coroner.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in sheriff and coroner, further providing for official records of coroner.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1632/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1632","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":335154,"bill_number":"SR130","title":"Honoring William Penn and Hannah Callowhill Penn and endorsing the construction of a Penn Memorial at the Independence Mall National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring William Penn and Hannah Callowhill Penn and endorsing the construction of a Penn Memorial at the Independence Mall National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR130/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=130","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":335169,"bill_number":"HR333","title":"Recognizing the significance of fathers and \"Father's Day.\"","description":"A Resolution recognizing the significance of fathers and \"Father's Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR333/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=333","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":335170,"bill_number":"SR131","title":"Commemorating the 67th anniversary of D-Day on June 6, 2011.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 67th anniversary of D-Day on June 6, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR131/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=131","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":335171,"bill_number":"HB1640","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for public school system by prohibiting certain strikes and lockouts.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for public school system by prohibiting certain strikes and lockouts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1640/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1640","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":335174,"bill_number":"SR132","title":"Designating the week of June 6 through 12, 2011, as \"Automotive Service Professionals Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of June 6 through 12, 2011, as \"Automotive Service Professionals Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR132/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=132","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":335185,"bill_number":"HR335","title":"Honoring the life of outstanding Pennsylvanian United States Army Major General Gerald T. Sajer and extending condolences to his family.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of outstanding Pennsylvanian United States Army Major General Gerald T. Sajer and extending condolences to his family.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR335/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=335","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":335186,"bill_number":"HB1642","title":"In retirement for State employees and officers, further defining \"enforcement officer.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in retirement for State employees and officers, further defining \"enforcement officer.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1642/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1642","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":335194,"bill_number":"HB1641","title":"Providing for Health Care Insurance Certificate Program; imposing duties on the Insurance Department; establishing the Health Care Insurance Certificate Program Fund; providing for administration of fund; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act providing for Health Care Insurance Certificate Program; imposing duties on the Insurance Department; establishing the Health Care Insurance Certificate Program Fund; providing for administration of fund; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1641/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1641","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":335196,"bill_number":"HB1635","title":"Limiting substitution of certain opioid analgesic drugs by pharmacists.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 27, 1961 (P.L.1700, No.699), known as the Pharmacy Act, limiting substitution of certain opioid analgesic drugs by pharmacists.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1635/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1635","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":335204,"bill_number":"HR332","title":"Honoring Joyce A. Bender, the CEO and founder of Bender Consulting Services, Inc., for her service to the epilepsy movement and the disabled community, for her service as the Chair of the National Epilepsy Foundation Board of Directors and as the recipient of the 2011 Hero of Epilepsy Award.","description":"A Resolution honoring Joyce A. Bender, the CEO and founder of Bender Consulting Services, Inc., for her service to the epilepsy movement and the disabled community, for her service as the Chair of the National Epilepsy Foundation Board of Directors and as the recipient of the 2011 Hero of Epilepsy Award.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR332/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=332","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":335208,"bill_number":"HB1646","title":"In assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1646/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1646","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":335212,"bill_number":"HB1639","title":"Providing for review fees.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, providing for review fees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1639/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1639","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":335215,"bill_number":"HB1637","title":"Establishing the Public Employee Pension Commission and providing for its powers and duties.","description":"An Act establishing the Public Employee Pension Commission and providing for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1637/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1637","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":335217,"bill_number":"HR334","title":"Directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on the effects of a four-day, ten-hour workweek for employees of the Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on the effects of a four-day, ten-hour workweek for employees of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR334/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=334","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":335220,"bill_number":"HB1638","title":"Providing for a tax credit for certain employers who employ at least five additional full-time employees during the tax year.","description":"An Act providing for a tax credit for certain employers who employ at least five additional full-time employees during the tax year.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1638/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1638","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":335224,"bill_number":"HB1644","title":"In contracts, further providing for applicability, for the abolishment of the office of jury commissioner and for sales of personal property and surplus farm products.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in contracts, further providing for applicability, for the abolishment of the office of jury commissioner and for sales of personal property and surplus farm products.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-15","last_action":"Act No. 108","last_action_date":"2011-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1644/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1644","sponsor":"George Dunbar"},
{"bill_id":335239,"bill_number":"HB1647","title":"Providing for public employee occupational health and safety, for standards and procedures and for further duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; establishing the Public Employee Occupational Safety and Health Review Board and providing for its powers and duties; and providing for the establishment of various advisory committees, for enforcement and for civil and criminal penalties.","description":"An Act providing for public employee occupational health and safety, for standards and procedures and for further duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; establishing the Public Employee Occupational Safety and Health Review Board and providing for its powers and duties; and providing for the establishment of various advisory committees, for enforcement and for civil and criminal penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1647/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1647","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":335240,"bill_number":"HB1650","title":"Imposing a natural gas impact fee; establishing the Shale Impact Account; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Environmental Protection and the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission and for a model zoning ordinance.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, imposing a natural gas impact fee; establishing the Shale Impact Account; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Environmental Protection and the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission and for a model zoning ordinance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1650/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1650","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":335241,"bill_number":"HB704","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for the distribution of special education funding for student achievement and instruction of eligible students and for special education accountability.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for definitions; and providing for the distribution of special education funding for student achievement and instruction of eligible students and for special education accountability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Re-referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB704/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=704","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":335242,"bill_number":"HB1636","title":"Further providing for other offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for other offenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1636/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1636","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":335251,"bill_number":"HB1634","title":"In nomination of candidates, further providing for nomination petitions to be filed, for affidavits of candidates, for statement of candidates for delegates to national conventions, for number of signers required for nomination petitions of candidates at primaries and for nominations by minor political parties; providing for declaration of candidacy for nomination and declaration fees; further providing for place and time of filing nomination petitions and filing fees, for withdrawal of candidates, for casting of lots for position of names upon the primary ballots or ballot labels and notice of candidates, for Secretary of Commonwealth to furnish county boards with list of candidates and candidates to be notified, for setting aside nominations of candidates and for nominations by political bodies; providing for declarations of candidacy for election; and further providing for place and time of filing nomination papers, for filing fee, for examination of nomination petitions, certifications and papers, for objections to nomination petitions and papers, for vacancy in party nomination by failure to pay filing fee or for failure to file loyalty oath and for preservation of nomination petitions, certifications and papers.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in nomination of candidates, further providing for nomination petitions to be filed, for affidavits of candidates, for statement of candidates for delegates to national conventions, for number of signers required for nomination petitions of candidates at primaries and for nominations by minor political parties; providing for declaration of candidacy for nomination and declaration fees; further providing for place and time of filing nomination petitions and filing fees, for withdrawal of candidates, for casting of lots for position of names upon the primary ballots or ballot labels and notice of candidates, for Secretary of Commonwealth to furnish county boards with list of candidates and candidates to be notified, for setting aside nominations of candidates and for nominations by political bodies; providing for declarations of candidacy for election; and further providing for place and time of filing nomination papers, for filing fee, for examination of nomination petitions, certifications and papers, for objections to nomination petitions and papers, for vacancy in party nomination by failure to pay filing fee or for failure to file loyalty oath and for preservation of nomination petitions, certifications and papers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1634/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1634","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":335254,"bill_number":"HB1643","title":"In snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, further providing for operation by persons under age 16.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, further providing for operation by persons under age 16.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1643/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1643","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":335269,"bill_number":"HB1648","title":"Further providing for allocated money.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 1, 1956 (1955 P.L.1944, No.655), referred to as the Liquid Fuels Tax Municipal Allocation Law, further providing for allocated money.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1648/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1648","sponsor":"Stephen Bloom"},
{"bill_id":335272,"bill_number":"SR135","title":"Recognizing June 7, 2011, as \"AARP Advocacy Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing June 7, 2011, as \"AARP Advocacy Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR135/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=135","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":335278,"bill_number":"HB1645","title":"In general requirements, further providing for protection of fresh groundwater and casing requirements and for protection of water supplies.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, in general requirements, further providing for protection of fresh groundwater and casing requirements and for protection of water supplies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1645/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1645","sponsor":"Michael Reese"},
{"bill_id":335292,"bill_number":"SR134","title":"Designating the month of June 2011, as \"Men's Health Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of June 2011, as \"Men's Health Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR134/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=134","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":335295,"bill_number":"HB1649","title":"Further providing for general powers of board, for sales by Pennsylvania liquor stores, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions and for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses; providing for wine and spirits sales permits for malt or brewed beverage distributors, for application for wine and spirits sales permits for malt and brewed beverage distributor licensees and for enhanced distributor's license, fees, privileges and restrictions; and further providing for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales, storage, etc., for interlocking business prohibited and for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for general powers of board, for sales by Pennsylvania liquor stores, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions and for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses; providing for wine and spirits sales permits for malt or brewed beverage distributors, for application for wine and spirits sales permits for malt and brewed beverage distributor licensees and for enhanced distributor's license, fees, privileges and restrictions; and further providing for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales, storage, etc., for interlocking business prohibited and for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1649/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1649","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":335302,"bill_number":"HB1651","title":"Establishing the Pharmaceutical Accountability Monitoring System; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Pharmaceutical Accountability Monitoring System; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1651/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1651","sponsor":"Gene DiGirolamo"},
{"bill_id":335304,"bill_number":"SR133","title":"Recognizing the month of June 2011 as \"Child Passenger Safety Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of June 2011 as \"Child Passenger Safety Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-07","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR133/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=133","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":335315,"bill_number":"SB1036","title":"Further providing for allocated money.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 1, 1956 (1955 P.L.1944, No.655), referred to as the Liquid Fuels Tax Municipal Allocation Law, further providing for allocated money.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1036/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1036","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":335323,"bill_number":"SB1125","title":"A Supplement to the act of July 7, 1972 (P.L.743, No.176), entitled \"An act providing for the establishment and operation of Lincoln University as an instrumentality of the Commonwealth to serve as a State-related institution in the higher education system of the Commonwealth; providing for change of name; providing for the composition of the board of trustees; terms of trustees, and the power and duties of such trustees; providing for preference to Pennsylvania residents in tuition; authorizing appropriations in amounts to be fixed annually by the General Assembly; providing for the auditing of accounts of expenditures from said appropriations; providing for public support and capital improvements; authorizing the issuance of bonds exempt from taxation within the Commonwealth; requiring the President to make an annual report of the operations of Lincoln University,\" making an appropriation for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of the appropriation; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","description":"A Supplement to the act of July 7, 1972 (P.L.743, No.176), entitled \"An act providing for the establishment and operation of Lincoln University as an instrumentality of the Commonwealth to serve as a State-related institution in the higher education system of the Commonwealth; providing for change of name; providing for the composition of the board of trustees; terms of trustees, and the power and duties of such trustees; providing for preference to Pennsylvania residents in tuition; authorizing appropriations in amounts to be fixed annually by the General Assembly; providing for the auditing of accounts of expenditures from said appropriations; providing for public support and capital improvements; authorizing the issuance of bonds exempt from taxation within the Commonwealth; requiring the President to make an annual report of the operations of Lincoln University,\" making an appropriation for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of the appropriation; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Act No. 13A","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1125/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1125","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":335325,"bill_number":"SB1126","title":"Making appropriations to the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act making appropriations to the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Act No. 14A","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1126/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1126","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":335335,"bill_number":"SB1123","title":"A Supplement to the act of July 28, 1966 (3rd Sp.Sess., P.L.87, No.3), known as the University of Pittsburgh--Commonwealth Act, making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; and providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","description":"A Supplement to the act of July 28, 1966 (3rd Sp.Sess., P.L.87, No.3), known as the University of Pittsburgh--Commonwealth Act, making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; and providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Act No. 11A","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1123/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1123","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":335343,"bill_number":"SB1090","title":"Further providing for tuition account programs and funds.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 3, 1992 (P.L.28, No.11), known as the Tuition Account Programs and College Savings Bond Act, further providing for tuition account programs and funds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Re-committed to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1090/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1090","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":335347,"bill_number":"SB1019","title":"Defining \"corrections manager\"; and, in general administration, providing for salary of corrections managers.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, defining \"corrections manager\"; and, in general administration, providing for salary of corrections managers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1019/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1019","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":335348,"bill_number":"SB1124","title":"A Supplement to the act of November 30, 1965 (P.L.843, No.355), entitled \"An act providing for the establishment and operation of Temple University as an instrumentality of the Commonwealth to serve as a State-related university in the higher education system of the Commonwealth; providing for change of name; providing for the composition of the board of trustees; terms of trustees, and the power and duties of such trustees; providing for preference to Pennsylvania residents in tuition; providing for public support and capital improvements; authorizing appropriations in amounts to be fixed annually by the General Assembly; providing for the auditing of accounts of expenditures from said appropriations; authorizing the issuance of bonds exempt from taxation within the Commonwealth; requiring the President to make an annual report of the operations of Temple University,\" making an appropriation for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriation; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","description":"A Supplement to the act of November 30, 1965 (P.L.843, No.355), entitled \"An act providing for the establishment and operation of Temple University as an instrumentality of the Commonwealth to serve as a State-related university in the higher education system of the Commonwealth; providing for change of name; providing for the composition of the board of trustees; terms of trustees, and the power and duties of such trustees; providing for preference to Pennsylvania residents in tuition; providing for public support and capital improvements; authorizing appropriations in amounts to be fixed annually by the General Assembly; providing for the auditing of accounts of expenditures from said appropriations; authorizing the issuance of bonds exempt from taxation within the Commonwealth; requiring the President to make an annual report of the operations of Temple University,\" making an appropriation for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriation; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Act No. 12A","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1124/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1124","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":335352,"bill_number":"HB1700","title":"Establishing a well impact fee; providing for distribution of fees; establishing the Local Government Shale Impact Mitigation Fund, the Environmental Shale Impact Mitigation Fund and the Road and Bridge Shale Impact Mitigation Account; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Revenue.","description":"An Act establishing a well impact fee; providing for distribution of fees; establishing the Local Government Shale Impact Mitigation Fund, the Environmental Shale Impact Mitigation Fund and the Road and Bridge Shale Impact Mitigation Account; and providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1700/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1700","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":335355,"bill_number":"SB1048","title":"Prohibiting certain governing bodies from restricting persons who occupy dwelling units from using solar clothes-drying devices.","description":"An Act prohibiting certain governing bodies from restricting persons who occupy dwelling units from using solar clothes-drying devices.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1048/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1048","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":335360,"bill_number":"HB1380","title":"Further providing for salaries of members of the General Assembly and for expiration.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for salaries of members of the General Assembly and for expiration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1380/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1380","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":335361,"bill_number":"SB1122","title":"A Supplement to the act of April 1, 1863 (P.L.213, No.227), entitled \"An act to accept the grant of Public Lands, by the United States, to the several states, for the endowment of Agricultural Colleges,\" making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure; and making an appropriation from a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund.","description":"A Supplement to the act of April 1, 1863 (P.L.213, No.227), entitled \"An act to accept the grant of Public Lands, by the United States, to the several states, for the endowment of Agricultural Colleges,\" making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure; and making an appropriation from a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Act No. 10A","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1122/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1122","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":335407,"bill_number":"SR137","title":"Designating the week of June 12 through 18, 2011, as \"State Veterans' Homes Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of June 12 through 18, 2011, as \"State Veterans' Homes Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR137/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=137","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":335420,"bill_number":"SR136","title":"Congratulating Sukanya Roy on winning the Scripps National Spelling Bee.","description":"A Resolution congratulating Sukanya Roy on winning the Scripps National Spelling Bee.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-08","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR136/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=136","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":335448,"bill_number":"HB1660","title":"In collective bargaining, further providing for submission to mediation and for fact-finding panels; providing for mediation; and further providing for final best-offer arbitration, for time frame, for strikes prohibited in certain circumstances and for lockouts prohibited in certain circumstances.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in collective bargaining, further providing for submission to mediation and for fact-finding panels; providing for mediation; and further providing for final best-offer arbitration, for time frame, for strikes prohibited in certain circumstances and for lockouts prohibited in certain circumstances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1660/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1660","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":335451,"bill_number":"HB1666","title":"Providing for limitations on certain contributions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, providing for limitations on certain contributions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1666/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1666","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":335468,"bill_number":"HB1654","title":"Further providing for issuance and content of driver's license.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for issuance and content of driver's license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-10","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1654/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1654","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":335474,"bill_number":"HB1369","title":"Deleting and replacing provisions relating to collective bargaining between public school employees and their public employers; setting forth public policy relating to public school employee strikes; providing for assessments and for duties of the Pennsylvania Bureau of Mediation and the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, deleting and replacing provisions relating to collective bargaining between public school employees and their public employers; setting forth public policy relating to public school employee strikes; providing for assessments and for duties of the Pennsylvania Bureau of Mediation and the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1369/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1369","sponsor":"Todd Rock"},
{"bill_id":335497,"bill_number":"HB1630","title":"Further providing for revocation or suspension of licenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 28, 1947 (P.L.1110, No.476), known as the Motor Vehicle Sales Finance Act, further providing for revocation or suspension of licenses.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-02","last_action":"Act No. 5","last_action_date":"2012-02-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1630/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1630","sponsor":"Michael Tobash"},
{"bill_id":335512,"bill_number":"HB1653","title":"Providing for the medical use of marijuana.","description":"An Act providing for the medical use of marijuana.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Re-referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1653/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1653","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":335534,"bill_number":"HR337","title":"Designating the week of June 20 through 26, 2011, as \"Pollinator Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of June 20 through 26, 2011, as \"Pollinator Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR337/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=337","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":335535,"bill_number":"HB1652","title":"Further providing for definitions, for cellulosic ethanol content in gasoline and for agency responsibilities; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 2008 (P.L.1009, No.78), known as the Biofuel Development and In-State Production Incentive Act, further providing for definitions, for cellulosic ethanol content in gasoline and for agency responsibilities; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-13","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1652/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1652","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":335561,"bill_number":"HR336","title":"Urging Congress to disapprove any plan to create premium support payments to purchase private health insurance and oppose any proposal to place Medicare into allotments or block grants.","description":"A Resolution urging Congress to disapprove any plan to create premium support payments to purchase private health insurance and oppose any proposal to place Medicare into allotments or block grants.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-10","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-10","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR336/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=336","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":335603,"bill_number":"SB1119","title":"Further providing for township manager, appointment, removal, powers and duties, compensation and bond; and providing for evasion of requirements.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, further providing for township manager, appointment, removal, powers and duties, compensation and bond; and providing for evasion of requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-10","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-10","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1119/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1119","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":335605,"bill_number":"SB1129","title":"In pupils and attendance, further providing for liability for tuition and enforcement of payment.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, further providing for liability for tuition and enforcement of payment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1129/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1129","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":335607,"bill_number":"SB1118","title":"Further providing for control of public travel on private property by owner.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for control of public travel on private property by owner.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-10","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1118/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1118","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":335609,"bill_number":"SB1130","title":"Further providing for purposes and powers.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for purposes and powers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-10","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1130/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1130","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":335610,"bill_number":"SB1120","title":"Further providing for returns of married individuals, deceased or disabled individuals and fiduciaries.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for returns of married individuals, deceased or disabled individuals and fiduciaries.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-10","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1120/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1120","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":335611,"bill_number":"SB1127","title":"Providing for voting following a primary or municipal election.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for voting following a primary or municipal election.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1127/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1127","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":335612,"bill_number":"SB1128","title":"Further providing for the definitions of \"department\" and \"secretary,\" transferring the administration of the Pennsylvania Conservation Corps from the Department of Labor and Industry to the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 2, 1984 (P.L.561, No.112), known as the Pennsylvania Conservation Corps Act, further providing for the definitions of \"department\" and \"secretary,\" transferring the administration of the Pennsylvania Conservation Corps from the Department of Labor and Industry to the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1128/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1128","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":335614,"bill_number":"SB1121","title":"Further providing for qualifications for license.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 1987 (P.L.220, No.39), known as the Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Counselors Act, further providing for qualifications for license.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-10","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-06-10","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1121/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1121","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":335641,"bill_number":"HR339","title":"Recognizing and honoring Mr. Will Little for his achievements and his contributions to the Greater Philadelphia area.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring Mr. Will Little for his achievements and his contributions to the Greater Philadelphia area.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Re-committed to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR339/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=339","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":335642,"bill_number":"HB1655","title":"Providing for debt collection contracts.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for debt collection contracts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1655/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1655","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":335645,"bill_number":"HB1656","title":"Further providing for competitive sealed bidding.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for competitive sealed bidding.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1656/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1656","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":335646,"bill_number":"HR340","title":"Designating June 12, 2011, as \"Alex's Lemonade Stand Day\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging all citizens to contribute to the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and other pediatric cancer research programs.","description":"A Resolution designating June 12, 2011, as \"Alex's Lemonade Stand Day\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging all citizens to contribute to the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and other pediatric cancer research programs.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR340/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=340","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":335656,"bill_number":"HB1658","title":"Providing for truth in insurance advertising over the Internet.","description":"An Act providing for truth in insurance advertising over the Internet.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1658/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1658","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":335668,"bill_number":"HB1657","title":"In pupils and attendance, providing for transfer of records to another school entity or nonpublic school; in charter schools, further providing for definitions, providing for Office of Charter and Cyber Charter Schools, further providing for powers of charter schools, for charter school requirements, for powers of boards of trustees, providing for organization of meetings of boards of trustees and duties of administrators, further providing for establishment of charter school; providing for multiple charter school organization; further providing for contents of application, for State Charter School Appeal Board, for facilities, for enrollment, for school staff, for funding for charter schools, for transportation, for annual reports and assessments, for causes for nonrenewal or termination and for provisions applicable to charter schools, providing for charter school fund balance limit, further providing for powers and duties of the Department of Education and for assessment and evaluation, for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions, for school district and intermediate unit responsibilities, for enrollment and notification and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations and providing for cyber charter school fund balance limit and for cyber charter school funding; and in auditing of school finances, further providing for duties of controller.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, providing for transfer of records to another school entity or nonpublic school; in charter schools, further providing for definitions, providing for Office of Charter and Cyber Charter Schools, further providing for powers of charter schools, for charter school requirements, for powers of boards of trustees, providing for organization of meetings of boards of trustees and duties of administrators, further providing for establishment of charter school; providing for multiple charter school organization; further providing for contents of application, for State Charter School Appeal Board, for facilities, for enrollment, for school staff, for funding for charter schools, for transportation, for annual reports and assessments, for causes for nonrenewal or termination and for provisions applicable to charter schools, providing for charter school fund balance limit, further providing for powers and duties of the Department of Education and for assessment and evaluation, for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions, for school district and intermediate unit responsibilities, for enrollment and notification and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations and providing for cyber charter school fund balance limit and for cyber charter school funding; and in auditing of school finances, further providing for duties of controller.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1657/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1657","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":335675,"bill_number":"HR331","title":"Establishing a select committee to conduct a study for the future of Soldiers' Grove and the continued use of the Medal of Honor Memorial Garden, known as the \"Tides of War,\" located within Soldiers' Grove, and to provide for the necessary enhancements to this hallowed ground.","description":"A Resolution establishing a select committee to conduct a study for the future of Soldiers' Grove and the continued use of the Medal of Honor Memorial Garden, known as the \"Tides of War,\" located within Soldiers' Grove, and to provide for the necessary enhancements to this hallowed ground.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR331/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=331","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":335676,"bill_number":"HB1662","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1662/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1662","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":335681,"bill_number":"SB1131","title":"In general provisions relating to civil actions and proceedings, amending provisions relating to comparative negligence.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to civil actions and proceedings, amending provisions relating to comparative negligence.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Act No. 17","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1131/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1131","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":335691,"bill_number":"HB1661","title":"Further providing for general powers of the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for general powers of the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1661/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1661","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":335767,"bill_number":"SR138","title":"Designating June 11, 2011, as \"Alex's Lemonade Stand Day\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging all citizens to contribute to the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and other pediatric cancer research programs.","description":"A Resolution designating June 11, 2011, as \"Alex's Lemonade Stand Day\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging all citizens to contribute to the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and other pediatric cancer research programs.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-13","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR138/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=138","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":335797,"bill_number":"HR338","title":"Honoring the life of United States Air Force Colonel (Retired) Harry David Yoder, of Boyertown, Berks County, who died on May 8, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of United States Air Force Colonel (Retired) Harry David Yoder, of Boyertown, Berks County, who died on May 8, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR338/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=338","sponsor":"David Maloney"},
{"bill_id":335801,"bill_number":"HB1663","title":"Further providing for death benefit eligibility.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1976 (P.L.424, No.101), referred to as the Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefits Act, further providing for death benefit eligibility.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1663/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1663","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":335811,"bill_number":"SR139","title":"Commemorating the 256th anniversary of Pennsylvania's first militia law and designating June 14, 2011, as \"National Guard Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 256th anniversary of Pennsylvania's first militia law and designating June 14, 2011, as \"National Guard Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR139/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=139","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":335814,"bill_number":"HB1667","title":"Providing for the Property Assessed Clean Energy Program; and authorizing municipalities and municipal authorities to provide clean energy financing to residential and commercial property owners.","description":"An Act providing for the Property Assessed Clean Energy Program; and authorizing municipalities and municipal authorities to provide clean energy financing to residential and commercial property owners.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1667/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1667","sponsor":"John Galloway"},
{"bill_id":335822,"bill_number":"HB1671","title":"Further providing for imposition of tax; and providing for a natural gas severance tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for imposition of tax; and providing for a natural gas severance tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1671/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1671","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":335834,"bill_number":"HR341","title":"Designating June 15, 2011, as \"Elder Abuse Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating June 15, 2011, as \"Elder Abuse Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR341/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=341","sponsor":"Timothy Hennessey"},
{"bill_id":335850,"bill_number":"HB1665","title":"Further providing for the functions of prothonotaries.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the functions of prothonotaries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1665/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1665","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":335859,"bill_number":"HB1673","title":"Further providing for adult basic coverage insurance program.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 26, 2001 (P.L.755, No.77), known as the Tobacco Settlement Act, further providing for adult basic coverage insurance program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1673/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1673","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":335861,"bill_number":"HB1670","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Susquehanna Township Authority a permanent sanitary sewer easement over certain lands of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, situate in Susquehanna Township, Dauphin County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to East Norriton Township certain lands situate in East Norriton Township, Montgomery County, in exchange for East Norriton Township's granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to the existing lands of the Norristown Farm Park; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to remove the deed restrictions on a portion of the lands previously conveyed by the Department of General Services in accordance with section 1(c) of the act of July 10, 1985 (P.L.201, No.51); and authorizing East Norriton Township to convey the property it receives from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania pursuant to this act to Montgomery County for nominal consideration for public highway improvements.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Susquehanna Township Authority a permanent sanitary sewer easement over certain lands of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, situate in Susquehanna Township, Dauphin County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to East Norriton Township certain lands situate in East Norriton Township, Montgomery County, in exchange for East Norriton Township's granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to the existing lands of the Norristown Farm Park; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to remove the deed restrictions on a portion of the lands previously conveyed by the Department of General Services in accordance with section 1(c) of the act of July 10, 1985 (P.L.201, No.51); and authorizing East Norriton Township to convey the property it receives from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania pursuant to this act to Montgomery County for nominal consideration for public highway improvements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1670/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1670","sponsor":"Susan Helm"},
{"bill_id":335864,"bill_number":"HB1669","title":"Providing for oversight of the integrity of health care programs; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for oversight of the integrity of health care programs; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1669/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1669","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":335879,"bill_number":"HB1672","title":"Further providing for table game taxes.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for table game taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1672/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1672","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":335885,"bill_number":"HB1668","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1668/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1668","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":335909,"bill_number":"HB1664","title":"Providing for multistate sales and use tax administration for commerce.","description":"An Act providing for multistate sales and use tax administration for commerce.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1664/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1664","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":335926,"bill_number":"HB1674","title":"Further providing for subjects of local taxation and for valuation of property.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for subjects of local taxation and for valuation of property.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1674/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1674","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":335929,"bill_number":"SR141","title":"Honoring the borough of Clarks Summit, Lackawanna County, on the 100th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution honoring the borough of Clarks Summit, Lackawanna County, on the 100th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR141/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=141","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":335931,"bill_number":"SB1104","title":"Providing for funding for victims of domestic violence from marriage and divorce fees; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Titles 23 (Domestic Relations) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for funding for victims of domestic violence from marriage and divorce fees; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1104/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1104","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":335933,"bill_number":"SB1147","title":"In commercial drivers, further providing for employer responsibilities and for requirement for commercial driver's license; in fees, further providing for annual hauling permits; in rules of the road, further providing for vehicles required to stop at railroad crossings; in powers of department and local authorities, further providing for applicability and uniformity of title; in liquid fuels and fuels tax, further providing for disposition and use of tax; in size, weight and load, further providing for conditions and security and for permit for movement during course of manufacture and providing for egg movement permits.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in commercial drivers, further providing for employer responsibilities and for requirement for commercial driver's license; in fees, further providing for annual hauling permits; in rules of the road, further providing for vehicles required to stop at railroad crossings; in powers of department and local authorities, further providing for applicability and uniformity of title; in liquid fuels and fuels tax, further providing for disposition and use of tax; in size, weight and load, further providing for conditions and security and for permit for movement during course of manufacture and providing for egg movement permits.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 187","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1147/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1147","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":335936,"bill_number":"SB1148","title":"Providing for a parent trigger.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for a parent trigger.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1148/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1148","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":335941,"bill_number":"SB1134","title":"In pupils and attendance, providing for the regulation of religious child-care facilities and religious child development facilities; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, providing for the regulation of religious child-care facilities and religious child development facilities; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1134/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1134","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":335945,"bill_number":"SB1072","title":"In employees' retirement system, further defining \"compensation\"; further providing for retirement board; providing for tax qualification; and further providing for employees eligible for retirement allowances and for amount of retirement allowances.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, in employees' retirement system, further defining \"compensation\"; further providing for retirement board; providing for tax qualification; and further providing for employees eligible for retirement allowances and for amount of retirement allowances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1072/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1072","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":335951,"bill_number":"SB1135","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for classes of income.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for classes of income.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Re-committed to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1135/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1135","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":335954,"bill_number":"SR142","title":"Congratulating the Republic of Hungary on the adoption of its first national constitution in its 1,000-year history.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Republic of Hungary on the adoption of its first national constitution in its 1,000-year history.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR142/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=142","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":335957,"bill_number":"SB1144","title":"Defining \"covered dentist services\"; and prohibiting insurers from setting fees for noncovered dentist services.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 2, 1996 (P.L.514, No.85), known as the Health Security Act, defining \"covered dentist services\"; and prohibiting insurers from setting fees for noncovered dentist services.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 186","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1144/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1144","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":335959,"bill_number":"SB1138","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Community College Affordability Task Force within the Department of Education; and providing for its powers and duties and for administrative support.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Community College Affordability Task Force within the Department of Education; and providing for its powers and duties and for administrative support.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1138/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1138","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":335977,"bill_number":"SB1102","title":"Further providing for oath of office, bond and recording, for notarial seal, for determining identity of person appearing, for register and copies of records and for fees of notaries public; providing for revocation of commission for notarizing fraudulent deeds or acknowledgments; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 21, 1953 (P.L.1323, No.373), known as The Notary Public Law, further providing for oath of office, bond and recording, for notarial seal, for determining identity of person appearing, for register and copies of records and for fees of notaries public; providing for revocation of commission for notarizing fraudulent deeds or acknowledgments; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1102/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1102","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":335985,"bill_number":"SR140","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to review the Commonwealth's sewage facilities management program authorized under the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to review the Commonwealth's sewage facilities management program authorized under the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR140/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=140","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":335987,"bill_number":"SB1146","title":"Further providing for definitions and for alternative energy portfolio standards; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), known as the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, further providing for definitions and for alternative energy portfolio standards; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1146/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1146","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":335992,"bill_number":"SB1133","title":"In State System of Higher Education, further providing for purposes and general powers.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State System of Higher Education, further providing for purposes and general powers.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1133/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1133","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":335994,"bill_number":"SB1082","title":"Providing for dissemination to emergency service organizations.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for dissemination to emergency service organizations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1082/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1082","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":335995,"bill_number":"SB1132","title":"In special funds, providing for the Pension Obligation Reserve Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in special funds, providing for the Pension Obligation Reserve Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1132/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1132","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":335997,"bill_number":"SB681","title":"Providing for the definition of \"residential building\"; and further providing for the Commonwealth Financing Authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 2008 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Alternative Energy Investment Act, providing for the definition of \"residential building\"; and further providing for the Commonwealth Financing Authority.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB681/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=681","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":336000,"bill_number":"SB1149","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for definitions and for exclusions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for definitions and for exclusions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1149/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1149","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":336001,"bill_number":"SB1142","title":"In inchoate crimes, providing for the offense of possession of vehicle with false compartments; and, in forfeitures, providing for vehicle with false compartments forfeiture.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inchoate crimes, providing for the offense of possession of vehicle with false compartments; and, in forfeitures, providing for vehicle with false compartments forfeiture.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1142/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1142","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":336026,"bill_number":"SR144","title":"Designating the month of September 2011 as \"Women in Pain Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania to recognize the need to raise awareness concerning gender disparity in pain assessment and treatment.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2011 as \"Women in Pain Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania to recognize the need to raise awareness concerning gender disparity in pain assessment and treatment.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR144/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=144","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":336055,"bill_number":"SR146","title":"Observing June 19, 2011, as \"Juneteenth National Freedom Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing June 19, 2011, as \"Juneteenth National Freedom Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR146/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=146","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":336056,"bill_number":"SB900","title":"Providing for a single pharmacy benefits manager for a Drug Utilization Review Committee and its duties and for rebate agreements governing reimbursement by certain public plans; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of Aging.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 26, 1971 (P.L.351, No.91), known as the State Lottery Law, providing for a single pharmacy benefits manager for a Drug Utilization Review Committee and its duties and for rebate agreements governing reimbursement by certain public plans; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of Aging.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB900/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=900","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":336074,"bill_number":"SR145","title":"Designating the month of June 2011 as \"Dairy Farmers Appreciation Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of June 2011 as \"Dairy Farmers Appreciation Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR145/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=145","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":336106,"bill_number":"HB1676","title":"In retirement for State employees and officers, further providing for definitions, for mandatory and optional membership, for credited State service, for retention and reinstatement of service credits, for creditable nonstate service, for eligibility for actuarial increase factor, for classes of service, for election to become a Class A-4 member, for eligibility for annuities, for eligibility for vesting, for eligibility for refunds and for regular member contributions for current service; providing for cash balance voluntary contributions; further providing for waiver of regular member contributions and Social Security integration member contributions, for pickup contributions, for member contributions for the purchase of credit for previous State service or to become a full coverage member, for contributions for the purchase of credit for creditable nonstate service, for contributions by the Commonwealth and other employers, for appropriations and assessments by the Commonwealth, for return of total accumulated deductions, for maximum single life annuity, for disability annuities, for member's options, for payment of accumulated deductions resulting from Class A-3 and Class A-4 service, for termination of annuities, for death benefits, for payment of benefits, for administrative duties of the board, for duties of the board to advise and report to heads of departments and members, for duties of the board regarding applications and elections of members, for installment payments of accumulated deductions, for duties of heads of departments, for rights and duties of State employees and members, for State Employees' Retirement Fund, for members' savings account, for State accumulation account, for annuity reserve account, for State Police benefit account and for enforcement officers' benefit account; and providing for cash balance savings account.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in retirement for State employees and officers, further providing for definitions, for mandatory and optional membership, for credited State service, for retention and reinstatement of service credits, for creditable nonstate service, for eligibility for actuarial increase factor, for classes of service, for election to become a Class A-4 member, for eligibility for annuities, for eligibility for vesting, for eligibility for refunds and for regular member contributions for current service; providing for cash balance voluntary contributions; further providing for waiver of regular member contributions and Social Security integration member contributions, for pickup contributions, for member contributions for the purchase of credit for previous State service or to become a full coverage member, for contributions for the purchase of credit for creditable nonstate service, for contributions by the Commonwealth and other employers, for appropriations and assessments by the Commonwealth, for return of total accumulated deductions, for maximum single life annuity, for disability annuities, for member's options, for payment of accumulated deductions resulting from Class A-3 and Class A-4 service, for termination of annuities, for death benefits, for payment of benefits, for administrative duties of the board, for duties of the board to advise and report to heads of departments and members, for duties of the board regarding applications and elections of members, for installment payments of accumulated deductions, for duties of heads of departments, for rights and duties of State employees and members, for State Employees' Retirement Fund, for members' savings account, for State accumulation account, for annuity reserve account, for State Police benefit account and for enforcement officers' benefit account; and providing for cash balance savings account.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1676/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1676","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":336116,"bill_number":"HB1681","title":"Making appropriations from the restricted revenue accounts within the State Gaming Fund and from the State Gaming Fund to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, the Department of Revenue, the Pennsylvania State Police and the Attorney General for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011.","description":"An Act making appropriations from the restricted revenue accounts within the State Gaming Fund and from the State Gaming Fund to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, the Department of Revenue, the Pennsylvania State Police and the Attorney General for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2011.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1681/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1681","sponsor":"Michael Vereb"},
{"bill_id":336117,"bill_number":"HB1677","title":"In retirement for school employees, further providing for definitions, for construction of part, for mandatory and optional membership, for eligibility points for retention and reinstatement of service credits, for creditable nonschool service, for classes of service, for eligibility for annuities, for eligibility for vesting, for eligibility for death benefits, for regular member contributions for current service, for member contributions for creditable school service, for return of accumulated deductions, for maximum single life annuity, for disability annuities, for member's options, for termination of annuities, for death benefits, for payment of benefits and for administrative duties of board; providing for long-term disability group insurance program; and further providing for duties of employers, for rights and duties of school employees and members, for members' savings account, for State accumulation account and for payments to school entities by Commonwealth.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in retirement for school employees, further providing for definitions, for construction of part, for mandatory and optional membership, for eligibility points for retention and reinstatement of service credits, for creditable nonschool service, for classes of service, for eligibility for annuities, for eligibility for vesting, for eligibility for death benefits, for regular member contributions for current service, for member contributions for creditable school service, for return of accumulated deductions, for maximum single life annuity, for disability annuities, for member's options, for termination of annuities, for death benefits, for payment of benefits and for administrative duties of board; providing for long-term disability group insurance program; and further providing for duties of employers, for rights and duties of school employees and members, for members' savings account, for State accumulation account and for payments to school entities by Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1677/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1677","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":336120,"bill_number":"HB1675","title":"Providing for an electric vehicle charging corridor tax credit; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for an electric vehicle charging corridor tax credit; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1675/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1675","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":336122,"bill_number":"SB1152","title":"Repealing provisions relating to opportunity grants; adding provisions providing for the establishment, administration and implementation of the Pennsylvania First Program; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, repealing provisions relating to opportunity grants; adding provisions providing for the establishment, administration and implementation of the Pennsylvania First Program; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-16","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-16","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1152/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1152","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":336130,"bill_number":"HB1680","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for disclosure of chemicals used in hydraulic fracturing.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1984 (P.L.206, No.43), known as the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act, further providing for definitions; and providing for disclosure of chemicals used in hydraulic fracturing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1680/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1680","sponsor":"Kenyatta Johnson"},
{"bill_id":336131,"bill_number":"HB1682","title":"Providing for the creation of land banks for the conversion of vacant or tax-delinquent properties into productive use.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the creation of land banks for the conversion of vacant or tax-delinquent properties into productive use.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 153","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1682/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1682","sponsor":"John Taylor"},
{"bill_id":336133,"bill_number":"HB1610","title":"Establishing standards for preventing sudden cardiac arrest and death in student athletes; assigning duties to the Department of Health and the Department of Education; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act establishing standards for preventing sudden cardiac arrest and death in student athletes; assigning duties to the Department of Health and the Department of Education; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-30","last_action":"Act No. 59","last_action_date":"2012-05-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1610/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1610","sponsor":"Michael Vereb"},
{"bill_id":336147,"bill_number":"SB1115","title":"In preliminary provisions, establishing the Special Education Funding Commission; and imposing duties on the Department of Education; in terms and courses of study, further providing for agreements with institutions of higher education; in opportunities for educational excellence, further providing for definitions and for concurrent enrollment agreements; extensively revising charter school provisions; in reimbursements by the Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for definitions; and providing for the distribution of special education funding for student achievement and instruction of eligible students and for special education accountability.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, establishing the Special Education Funding Commission; and imposing duties on the Department of Education; in terms and courses of study, further providing for agreements with institutions of higher education; in opportunities for educational excellence, further providing for definitions and for concurrent enrollment agreements; extensively revising charter school provisions; in reimbursements by the Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for definitions; and providing for the distribution of special education funding for student achievement and instruction of eligible students and for special education accountability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Re-reported on concurrence, as committed","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1115/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1115","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":336151,"bill_number":"HB1685","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for duties of department.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for definitions; and providing for duties of department.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1685/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1685","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":336163,"bill_number":"HB30","title":"Further providing for eligibility for early retirement benefits.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for eligibility for early retirement benefits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB30/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=30","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":336166,"bill_number":"HB31","title":"Further providing for eligibility for early retirement benefits.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for eligibility for early retirement benefits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB31/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=31","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":336279,"bill_number":"HB1686","title":"In sustainable mobility options, further providing for the Public Transportation Trust Fund; and, in Pennsylvania Turnpike, further providing for definitions and for deposit and distribution of funds and repealing provisions relating to failure to perform.","description":"An Act amending Titles 74 (Transportation) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in sustainable mobility options, further providing for the Public Transportation Trust Fund; and, in Pennsylvania Turnpike, further providing for definitions and for deposit and distribution of funds and repealing provisions relating to failure to perform.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1686/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1686","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":336286,"bill_number":"HR342","title":"Recognizing the celebration of the 63rd Annual Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the celebration of the 63rd Annual Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR342/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=342","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":336300,"bill_number":"HB1683","title":"Further providing for the definitions of \"department\" and \"secretary\"; transferring the administration of the Pennsylvania Conservation Corps from the Department of Labor and Industry to the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 2, 1984 (P.L.561, No.112), known as the Pennsylvania Conservation Corps Act, further providing for the definitions of \"department\" and \"secretary\"; transferring the administration of the Pennsylvania Conservation Corps from the Department of Labor and Industry to the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1683/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1683","sponsor":"Lynda Schlegel Culver"},
{"bill_id":336309,"bill_number":"HB1687","title":"Further providing for rate of inheritance tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for rate of inheritance tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1687/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1687","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":336311,"bill_number":"HB1684","title":"Establishing the Biomass Energy Program; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development; establishing the Biomass Energy Loan Fund; and providing for interfund transfers.","description":"An Act establishing the Biomass Energy Program; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development; establishing the Biomass Energy Loan Fund; and providing for interfund transfers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1684/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1684","sponsor":"Kathy Rapp"},
{"bill_id":336319,"bill_number":"SR143","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the economic impact of recreational water trails on local communities in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the economic impact of recreational water trails on local communities in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR143/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=143","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":336320,"bill_number":"SB1154","title":"Providing for special education services for nonpublic school students.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for special education services for nonpublic school students.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1154/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1154","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":336321,"bill_number":"HB1693","title":"Further providing for general powers of board, for sales by Pennsylvania liquor stores, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions and for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses; providing for wine and spirits sales permits for malt or brewed beverage distributors, for application for wine and spirits sales permits for malt and brewed beverage distributor licensees and for enhanced distributor's license, fees, privileges and restrictions; and further providing for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales and storage, for interlocking business prohibited and for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for general powers of board, for sales by Pennsylvania liquor stores, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions and for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses; providing for wine and spirits sales permits for malt or brewed beverage distributors, for application for wine and spirits sales permits for malt and brewed beverage distributor licensees and for enhanced distributor's license, fees, privileges and restrictions; and further providing for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales and storage, for interlocking business prohibited and for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1693/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1693","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":336322,"bill_number":"SB1153","title":"In post-trial matters, further providing for jurisdiction and proceedings.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in post-trial matters, further providing for jurisdiction and proceedings.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1153/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1153","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":336323,"bill_number":"HB1688","title":"Providing for the highway capital budget project itemization for the fiscal year 2011-2012 to be financed from current revenue or by the incurring of debt.","description":"An Act providing for the highway capital budget project itemization for the fiscal year 2011-2012 to be financed from current revenue or by the incurring of debt.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1688/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1688","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":336325,"bill_number":"HB1689","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for classes of income.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for classes of income.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1689/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1689","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":336326,"bill_number":"SB1155","title":"Providing for an aid ratio guarantee.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for an aid ratio guarantee.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1155/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1155","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":336327,"bill_number":"HB1694","title":"Further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines, etc.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines, etc.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1694/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1694","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":336328,"bill_number":"SR147","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to examine the Commonwealth's programs for post-secondary education in Commonwealth rural communities and to make recommendations for improving the delivery of open admissions and affordable, high-quality community and technical education in such areas.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to examine the Commonwealth's programs for post-secondary education in Commonwealth rural communities and to make recommendations for improving the delivery of open admissions and affordable, high-quality community and technical education in such areas.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR147/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=147","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":336329,"bill_number":"HB1690","title":"Relating to legal tender.","description":"An Act relating to legal tender.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1690/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1690","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":336330,"bill_number":"HB1695","title":"Providing for in-State tuition for undocumented individuals.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for in-State tuition for undocumented individuals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1695/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1695","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":336332,"bill_number":"HB1691","title":"In general provisions, defining \"yard waste,\" and in grants, further providing for general limitations.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1988 (P.L.556, No.101), known as the Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act, in general provisions, defining \"yard waste,\" and in grants, further providing for general limitations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1691/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1691","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":336333,"bill_number":"SB1151","title":"Further providing for purpose and legislative intent; providing for fiscal emergencies in third class cities and for receivership for third class cities; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1987 (P.L.246, No.47), known as the Municipalities Financial Recovery Act, further providing for purpose and legislative intent; providing for fiscal emergencies in third class cities and for receivership for third class cities; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-10-20","last_action":"Act No. 79","last_action_date":"2011-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1151/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1151","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":336362,"bill_number":"HB1696","title":"Providing for a temporary moratorium of court-ordered countywide reassessments and for reforms based upon study.","description":"An Act providing for a temporary moratorium of court-ordered countywide reassessments and for reforms based upon study.","status_desc":"Vetoed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Bill, together with Governor's Veto Message, laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1696/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1696","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":336364,"bill_number":"SB1040","title":"Prohibiting a public employer from deducting from a public employee's salary or wages any funds which inure to the benefit of a private organization.","description":"An Act prohibiting a public employer from deducting from a public employee's salary or wages any funds which inure to the benefit of a private organization.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1040/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1040","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":336365,"bill_number":"SB1156","title":"In licensing of drivers, further providing for persons ineligible for licensing.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, further providing for persons ineligible for licensing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1156/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1156","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":336367,"bill_number":"SB1158","title":"Further providing for strategic development areas, for strategic development area job tax credit, for strategic development area job creation tax credit and for expiration.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for strategic development areas, for strategic development area job tax credit, for strategic development area job creation tax credit and for expiration.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1158/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1158","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":336368,"bill_number":"HR344","title":"Establishing a task force to develop criteria and procedures for data submission, verification and collection to address insufficient sample data and/or to assure and disclose that the sample data relied on to develop a county's performance measure during a reassessment is representative of the bulk of the county's property inventory.","description":"A Resolution establishing a task force to develop criteria and procedures for data submission, verification and collection to address insufficient sample data and/or to assure and disclose that the sample data relied on to develop a county's performance measure during a reassessment is representative of the bulk of the county's property inventory.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR344/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=344","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":336371,"bill_number":"HB1698","title":"A Supplement to the act of December 8, 1982 (P.L.848, No.235), known as the Highway-Railroad and Highway Bridge Capital Budget Act for 1982-1983, itemizing additional State and local bridge projects.","description":"A Supplement to the act of December 8, 1982 (P.L.848, No.235), known as the Highway-Railroad and Highway Bridge Capital Budget Act for 1982-1983, itemizing additional State and local bridge projects.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1698/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1698","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":336375,"bill_number":"SB1116","title":"Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Agreement Among the States to Elect the President by National Popular Vote; and providing for the form of the agreement.","description":"An Act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Agreement Among the States to Elect the President by National Popular Vote; and providing for the form of the agreement.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1116/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1116","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":336379,"bill_number":"SB1078","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for restriction of divorce.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for restriction of divorce.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1078/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1078","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":336380,"bill_number":"HR343","title":"Establishing a task force to develop a set of uniform standards for county reassessment contracting, develop standards for disclosing the county's system of property valuation and assessment, develop a self-evaluation tool for counties to determine when a reassessment is warranted and recommend a standard to be used for a Statewide mandatory reassessment time frame.","description":"A Resolution establishing a task force to develop a set of uniform standards for county reassessment contracting, develop standards for disclosing the county's system of property valuation and assessment, develop a self-evaluation tool for counties to determine when a reassessment is warranted and recommend a standard to be used for a Statewide mandatory reassessment time frame.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR343/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=343","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":336381,"bill_number":"HB1697","title":"Further providing for program of continuing professional education.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for program of continuing professional education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1697/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1697","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":336383,"bill_number":"SB1117","title":"Further providing for exceptions to prohibition of interception and disclosure of communications.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for exceptions to prohibition of interception and disclosure of communications.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1117/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1117","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":336384,"bill_number":"SB1159","title":"Codifying the provisions of the Motor Vehicle Sales Finance Act; further providing for aggravated assault; providing for repossession vandalism, for unauthorized recovery and for the regulation of professional repossessors and collateral recovery; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Titles 12 (Commerce and Trade), 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 63 (Professions and Occupations (State Licensed)) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, codifying the provisions of the Motor Vehicle Sales Finance Act; further providing for aggravated assault; providing for repossession vandalism, for unauthorized recovery and for the regulation of professional repossessors and collateral recovery; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-17","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-17","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1159/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1159","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":336388,"bill_number":"SB1164","title":"Further providing for assessment of mobile homes and house trailers.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for assessment of mobile homes and house trailers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1164/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1164","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":336389,"bill_number":"HB1702","title":"Reenacting and amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code.","description":"An Act reenacting and amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-17","last_action":"Act No. 43","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1702/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1702","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":336390,"bill_number":"SB1161","title":"Prohibiting fraud on marriage license application.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting fraud on marriage license application.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1161/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1161","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":336391,"bill_number":"SB1165","title":"Further providing for removal permits for mobile homes and house trailers.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 22, 1933 (P.L.853, No.155), known as The General County Assessment Law, further providing for removal permits for mobile homes and house trailers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1165/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1165","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":336392,"bill_number":"HR347","title":"Recognizing June 28, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania German Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing June 28, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania German Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR347/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=347","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":336393,"bill_number":"HR345","title":"Designating the month of August 2011 as \"Pennsylvania Produce Month\" in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of August 2011 as \"Pennsylvania Produce Month\" in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Adopted (199-2)","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR345/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=345","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":336394,"bill_number":"HB1704","title":"In Commonwealth Financing Authority, providing for suspension of certain programs.","description":"An Act amending Title 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth Financing Authority, providing for suspension of certain programs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1704/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1704","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":336395,"bill_number":"SB1160","title":"Requiring the provision of a child's birth certificate, which shows the names and Social Security numbers of the child's father and mother, to receive benefits.","description":"An Act requiring the provision of a child's birth certificate, which shows the names and Social Security numbers of the child's father and mother, to receive benefits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1160/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1160","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":336397,"bill_number":"HB1706","title":"Further providing for sex offender information made available on the Internet.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sex offender information made available on the Internet.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1706/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1706","sponsor":"Susan Helm"},
{"bill_id":336398,"bill_number":"HB1701","title":"Providing for the State Geospatial Coordinating Council.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for the State Geospatial Coordinating Council.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1701/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1701","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":336399,"bill_number":"SB1162","title":"Further providing for incorporation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1981 (P.L.435, No.135), known as the Race Horse Industry Reform Act, further providing for incorporation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1162/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1162","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":336402,"bill_number":"HB1707","title":"Further providing for purpose, for definitions and for creation of trust for unknown owners.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 11, 2006 (P.L.1134, No.115), known as the Dormant Oil and Gas Act, further providing for purpose, for definitions and for creation of trust for unknown owners.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1707/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1707","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":336404,"bill_number":"HB1705","title":"Providing for a natural gas severance tax.","description":"An Act amending Title 72 (Taxation and Fiscal Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a natural gas severance tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1705/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1705","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":336405,"bill_number":"HR346","title":"Recognizing September 5 through 15, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Returning Heroes VIP (Vacation in PA) Weeks\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 5 through 15, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Returning Heroes VIP (Vacation in PA) Weeks\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR346/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=346","sponsor":"Ryan Aument"},
{"bill_id":336406,"bill_number":"HB1703","title":"Reenacting and amending the act of August 4, 1959 (P.L.587, No.195), entitled, as amended, \"An act creating and establishing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee; providing for its membership; prescribing its powers, functions and duties; providing for the appointment of an executive director and other personnel, and making an appropriation,\" providing for short title; further providing for duties; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act reenacting and amending the act of August 4, 1959 (P.L.587, No.195), entitled, as amended, \"An act creating and establishing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee; providing for its membership; prescribing its powers, functions and duties; providing for the appointment of an executive director and other personnel, and making an appropriation,\" providing for short title; further providing for duties; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1703/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1703","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":336408,"bill_number":"SB1163","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Department of Transportation, Department of Environmental Protection and Cambria County Transit Authority, on behalf of the Commonwealth, to agree to hold and save the United States Army Corps of Engineers free from certain damages arising from certain construction projects.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Department of Transportation, Department of Environmental Protection and Cambria County Transit Authority, on behalf of the Commonwealth, to agree to hold and save the United States Army Corps of Engineers free from certain damages arising from certain construction projects.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1163/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1163","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":336464,"bill_number":"HR349","title":"Honoring William Penn and Hannah Callowhill Penn and endorsing the construction of a Penn Memorial at the Independence Mall National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring William Penn and Hannah Callowhill Penn and endorsing the construction of a Penn Memorial at the Independence Mall National Historical Park in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR349/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=349","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":336469,"bill_number":"HB1709","title":"In child custody, further providing for consideration of criminal conviction.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child custody, further providing for consideration of criminal conviction.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1709/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1709","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":336484,"bill_number":"SR150","title":"Recognizing the week of June 19 through 25, 2011, as \"Safety, Health and Survival Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of June 19 through 25, 2011, as \"Safety, Health and Survival Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR150/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=150","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":336485,"bill_number":"SR149","title":"Congratulating Scott Township in Allegheny County on its 150th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution congratulating Scott Township in Allegheny County on its 150th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-20","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR149/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=149","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":336487,"bill_number":"HR348","title":"Honoring the career and lifetime accomplishments of Oprah Gail Winfrey.","description":"A Resolution honoring the career and lifetime accomplishments of Oprah Gail Winfrey.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Adopted (199-2)","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR348/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=348","sponsor":"Jewell Williams"},
{"bill_id":336488,"bill_number":"HB1711","title":"Further providing for definitions and for concurrent enrollment agreements; repealing provisions relating to charter schools; and providing for charter schools and cyber charter schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for definitions and for concurrent enrollment agreements; repealing provisions relating to charter schools; and providing for charter schools and cyber charter schools.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":null,"last_action":"Introduced","last_action_date":null,"committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1711/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1711","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":336494,"bill_number":"SR148","title":"A Concurrent Resolution adopting the population data certified by the Legislative Reapportionment Commission for use in congressional redistricting legislation.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution adopting the population data certified by the Legislative Reapportionment Commission for use in congressional redistricting legislation.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR148/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=148","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":336509,"bill_number":"HB1699","title":"Further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1699/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1699","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":336512,"bill_number":"HB1708","title":"Providing for opportunity scholarships; establishing the educational improvement tax credit; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for opportunity scholarships; establishing the educational improvement tax credit; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1708/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1708","sponsor":"Jim Christiana"},
{"bill_id":336556,"bill_number":"SB1157","title":"In sentencing, providing for attachment of income, for State income tax intercept and for lottery winnings intercept.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in sentencing, providing for attachment of income, for State income tax intercept and for lottery winnings intercept.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1157/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1157","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":336558,"bill_number":"SR151","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to reconsider the establishment of the \"National Museum of the United States Army\" in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and to continue the development of the Army Heritage and Education Center in Carlisle, Cumberland County, as an asset for Army outreach efforts and education of citizens on the contributions of the United States Army and its soldiers.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to reconsider the establishment of the \"National Museum of the United States Army\" in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and to continue the development of the Army Heritage and Education Center in Carlisle, Cumberland County, as an asset for Army outreach efforts and education of citizens on the contributions of the United States Army and its soldiers.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR151/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=151","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":336560,"bill_number":"HB1715","title":"Authorizing an unconventional gas well impact fee in counties where unconventional wells are located; providing for distribution of the fee and for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission.","description":"An Act authorizing an unconventional gas well impact fee in counties where unconventional wells are located; providing for distribution of the fee and for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1715/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1715","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":336608,"bill_number":"SB1170","title":"Further providing for sole source procurement and for competitive selection procedures for certain services.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sole source procurement and for competitive selection procedures for certain services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1170/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1170","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":336627,"bill_number":"SB1167","title":"Further providing for consideration of criminal conviction, for modification of existing orders and for child custody proceeding during military deployment; and providing for expedited or electronic hearing.","description":"An Act amending Titles 23 (Domestic Relations) and 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for consideration of criminal conviction, for modification of existing orders and for child custody proceeding during military deployment; and providing for expedited or electronic hearing.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Act No. 32","last_action_date":"2012-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1167/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1167","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":336657,"bill_number":"HB1712","title":"Further providing for State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1990 (P.L.404, No.98), known as the Real Estate Appraisers Certification Act, further providing for State Board of Certified Real Estate Appraisers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1712/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1712","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":336662,"bill_number":"HB1714","title":"Prohibiting depictions of members of the General Assembly in certain public service announcements; and prescribing a penalty.","description":"An Act prohibiting depictions of members of the General Assembly in certain public service announcements; and prescribing a penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1714/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1714","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":336666,"bill_number":"HB1713","title":"Providing for family and medical leave for eligible employees.","description":"An Act providing for family and medical leave for eligible employees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1713/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1713","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":336671,"bill_number":"HR351","title":"Memorializing the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania to adopt proposed Rules of Criminal Procedure 113, 513 and 513.1 and their comments.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania to adopt proposed Rules of Criminal Procedure 113, 513 and 513.1 and their comments.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-24","last_action":"Re-committed to JUDICIARY (Pursuant to Rule 71)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR351/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=351","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":336675,"bill_number":"HR350","title":"Recognizing and honoring Bernard Hopkins for his achievements and contributions to the sport of boxing and the City of Philadelphia.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring Bernard Hopkins for his achievements and contributions to the sport of boxing and the City of Philadelphia.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR350/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=350","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":336677,"bill_number":"HB1692","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), known as the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-24","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-24","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1692/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1692","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":336685,"bill_number":"HB1716","title":"Further providing for Category 3 slot machine license.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Category 3 slot machine license.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1716/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1716","sponsor":"Rosemary Brown"},
{"bill_id":336686,"bill_number":"HR460","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Meet the Blind Month\" in Pennsylvania; and recognizing October 15, 2011, as \"White Cane Safety Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Meet the Blind Month\" in Pennsylvania; and recognizing October 15, 2011, as \"White Cane Safety Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-19","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR460/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=460","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":337141,"bill_number":"SB1169","title":"Further providing for definitions, for termination of dealer agreement and for death or incapacitation of dealer; repealing provisions relating to coercion; and providing for unlawful acts by supplier and for waiver.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 1987 (P.L.412, No.86), known as the Pennsylvania Fair Dealership Law, further providing for definitions, for termination of dealer agreement and for death or incapacitation of dealer; repealing provisions relating to coercion; and providing for unlawful acts by supplier and for waiver.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1169/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1169","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":337143,"bill_number":"SB1171","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for absentee voting; further providing for applications for official absentee ballots, for date of application for absentee ballot, for approval of application for absentee ballot, for official absentee voters ballots, for envelopes for official absentee ballots, for delivering or mailing ballots, for voting by absentee electors, for assistance in voting by certain absentee electors, for canvassing of official absentee ballots and for violation of provisions relating to absentee voting; and making a repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for definitions; providing for absentee voting; further providing for applications for official absentee ballots, for date of application for absentee ballot, for approval of application for absentee ballot, for official absentee voters ballots, for envelopes for official absentee ballots, for delivering or mailing ballots, for voting by absentee electors, for assistance in voting by certain absentee electors, for canvassing of official absentee ballots and for violation of provisions relating to absentee voting; and making a repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1171/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1171","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":337146,"bill_number":"SR153","title":"Recognizing the week of July 17 through 23, 2011, as \"Probation, Parole and Community Supervision Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of July 17 through 23, 2011, as \"Probation, Parole and Community Supervision Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR153/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=153","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":337147,"bill_number":"SR154","title":"Recognizing June 25 through 26, 2011, as \"American Radio Relay League Field Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing June 25 through 26, 2011, as \"American Radio Relay League Field Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR154/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=154","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":337148,"bill_number":"SB1177","title":"Designating the Claysville Interchange of Exit 6 on Interstate 70 in Washington County as the Sergeant Nathan P. Kennedy Memorial Interchange.","description":"An Act designating the Claysville Interchange of Exit 6 on Interstate 70 in Washington County as the Sergeant Nathan P. Kennedy Memorial Interchange.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1177/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1177","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":337152,"bill_number":"SB1179","title":"Further providing for speed timing devices.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for speed timing devices.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1179/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1179","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":337153,"bill_number":"SB1178","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Borough of Canonsburg certain lands situate in the Borough of Canonsburg, Washington County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Borough of Canonsburg certain lands situate in the Borough of Canonsburg, Washington County.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1178/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1178","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":337154,"bill_number":"SB1175","title":"In constables, further providing for election duties of constables and for election services; and repealing a criminal penalty provision.","description":"An Act amending Title 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in constables, further providing for election duties of constables and for election services; and repealing a criminal penalty provision.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1175/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1175","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":337156,"bill_number":"HB1722","title":"Further providing for State Gaming Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, further providing for State Gaming Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1722/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1722","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":337157,"bill_number":"SR152","title":"Designating August 15, 2011, as \"County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania Day.\"","description":"A Resolution designating August 15, 2011, as \"County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-22","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR152/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=152","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":337160,"bill_number":"SB1172","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for absentee voting.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for absentee voting.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1172/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1172","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":337166,"bill_number":"SB1173","title":"In public assistance, providing for eligibility for persons with drug-related felonies.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, providing for eligibility for persons with drug-related felonies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1173/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1173","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":337168,"bill_number":"HB1721","title":"Further providing for background checks of prospective employees and for conviction of employees of certain offenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for background checks of prospective employees and for conviction of employees of certain offenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-24","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-24","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1721/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1721","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":337170,"bill_number":"HR352","title":"Recognizing the month of July 2011 as the \"We (Heart) Brain Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of July 2011 as the \"We (Heart) Brain Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-27","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR352/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=352","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":337173,"bill_number":"SB1168","title":"Further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1168/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1168","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":337174,"bill_number":"HB1720","title":"Providing for uniform adult guardianship and protective proceedings jurisdiction.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for uniform adult guardianship and protective proceedings jurisdiction.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 108","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1720/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1720","sponsor":"Timothy Hennessey"},
{"bill_id":337184,"bill_number":"SR156","title":"Designating June 27, 2011, as \"Osteoarthritis Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating June 27, 2011, as \"Osteoarthritis Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR156/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=156","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":337192,"bill_number":"HB1724","title":"Providing for school foods reform and imposing duties on schools relating to the sale of food and beverages and on the Department of Education and the Department of Health.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for school foods reform and imposing duties on schools relating to the sale of food and beverages and on the Department of Education and the Department of Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-24","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-24","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1724/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1724","sponsor":"Michael Gerber"},
{"bill_id":337211,"bill_number":"HB1730","title":"A Supplement to the act of July 7, 1972 (P.L.743, No.176), known as the Lincoln University-Commonwealth Act, making an appropriation for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of the appropriation; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","description":"A Supplement to the act of July 7, 1972 (P.L.743, No.176), known as the Lincoln University-Commonwealth Act, making an appropriation for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of the appropriation; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 13A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1730/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1730","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":337225,"bill_number":"HB1723","title":"In zoning hearing board and other administrative proceedings, providing for compelled removal of outdoor advertising displays.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in zoning hearing board and other administrative proceedings, providing for compelled removal of outdoor advertising displays.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-24","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-24","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1723/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1723","sponsor":"Joseph Emrick"},
{"bill_id":337227,"bill_number":"HB1731","title":"A Supplement to the act of April 1, 1863 (P.L.213, No.227), entitled \"An act to accept the grant of Public Lands, by the United States, to the several states, for the endowment of Agricultural Colleges,\" making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure; and making an appropriation from a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund.","description":"A Supplement to the act of April 1, 1863 (P.L.213, No.227), entitled \"An act to accept the grant of Public Lands, by the United States, to the several states, for the endowment of Agricultural Colleges,\" making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure; and making an appropriation from a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 14A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1731/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1731","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":337233,"bill_number":"HB1726","title":"Amending the act of June 2, 1959 (P.L.454, No.86), entitled, \"An act permitting the recording of leases, subleases and agreements to lease or sublease; permitting the recording of memoranda thereof; prescribing the minimum contents of such memoranda; prescribing the effect of recording such instruments, including provisions thereof for the purchase of or refusal on the demised premises; and specifying that the recording of such a memorandum shall be a sufficient recording of the full lease, sublease, or agreement in connection with the assignment or mortgaging of the lessee's interest therein,\" further providing for indexing of leases, subleases, agreements and memoranda.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1959 (P.L.454, No.86), entitled, \"An act permitting the recording of leases, subleases and agreements to lease or sublease; permitting the recording of memoranda thereof; prescribing the minimum contents of such memoranda; prescribing the effect of recording such instruments, including provisions thereof for the purchase of or refusal on the demised premises; and specifying that the recording of such a memorandum shall be a sufficient recording of the full lease, sublease, or agreement in connection with the assignment or mortgaging of the lessee's interest therein,\" further providing for indexing of leases, subleases, agreements and memoranda.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-25","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-25","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1726/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1726","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":337234,"bill_number":"HB1727","title":"A Supplement to the act of July 28, 1966 (3rd Sp.Sess., P.L.87, No.3), known as the University of Pittsburgh--Commonwealth Act, making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; and providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","description":"A Supplement to the act of July 28, 1966 (3rd Sp.Sess., P.L.87, No.3), known as the University of Pittsburgh--Commonwealth Act, making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; and providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 10A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1727/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1727","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":337239,"bill_number":"HB1729","title":"Making appropriations to the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act making appropriations to the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 12A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1729/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1729","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":337244,"bill_number":"SR155","title":"Recognizing the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta which will take place July 2 through 4, 2011, in the City of Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta which will take place July 2 through 4, 2011, in the City of Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR155/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=155","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":337247,"bill_number":"HB1725","title":"Providing for liability for false claims, for adoption of Congressional intent of the Federal False Claims Act, for treble damages, costs and civil penalties, for powers of the Attorney General and for qui tam actions.","description":"An Act providing for liability for false claims, for adoption of Congressional intent of the Federal False Claims Act, for treble damages, costs and civil penalties, for powers of the Attorney General and for qui tam actions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1725/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1725","sponsor":"Michael Gerber"},
{"bill_id":337251,"bill_number":"HR353","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and recognizing the work of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and recognizing the work of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR353/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=353","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":337260,"bill_number":"SR157","title":"Recognizing Pennsylvania's American Indian Peoples and communities.","description":"A Resolution recognizing Pennsylvania's American Indian Peoples and communities.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR157/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=157","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":337267,"bill_number":"HB1717","title":"Relating to the right to practice naturopathic medicine; providing for the issuance of licenses and the suspension and revocation of licenses; providing for penalties; and making repeals.","description":"An Act relating to the right to practice naturopathic medicine; providing for the issuance of licenses and the suspension and revocation of licenses; providing for penalties; and making repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1717/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1717","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":337271,"bill_number":"HB1718","title":"In subdivision and land development, further providing for contents of subdivision and land development ordinance, for completion of improvements or guarantee thereof prerequisite to final plat approval, and for release from improvement bond.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in subdivision and land development, further providing for contents of subdivision and land development ordinance, for completion of improvements or guarantee thereof prerequisite to final plat approval, and for release from improvement bond.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 154","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1718/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1718","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":337282,"bill_number":"HB1719","title":"In municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 155","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1719/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1719","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":337286,"bill_number":"HB1678","title":"Providing for opportunity scholarships and for educational improvement tax credit; and repealing provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 relating to educational improvement tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for opportunity scholarships and for educational improvement tax credit; and repealing provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 relating to educational improvement tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1678/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1678","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":337291,"bill_number":"HB1732","title":"A Supplement to the act of April 1, 1863 (P.L.213, No.227), entitled \"An act to accept the grant of Public Lands, by the United States, to the several states, for the endowment of Agricultural Colleges,\" making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure; and making an appropriation from a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund.","description":"A Supplement to the act of April 1, 1863 (P.L.213, No.227), entitled \"An act to accept the grant of Public Lands, by the United States, to the several states, for the endowment of Agricultural Colleges,\" making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure; and making an appropriation from a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-23","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-06-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1732/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1732","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":337294,"bill_number":"HR354","title":"Promoting awareness of atrial fibrillation and urging the Secretary of Health to prioritize atrial fibrillation and implement programs, evaluation, assessment and policy changes that will reduce the burden of this costly, progressive disease.","description":"A Resolution promoting awareness of atrial fibrillation and urging the Secretary of Health to prioritize atrial fibrillation and implement programs, evaluation, assessment and policy changes that will reduce the burden of this costly, progressive disease.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (182-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR354/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=354","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":337295,"bill_number":"HB1728","title":"A Supplement to the act of November 30, 1965 (P.L.843, No.355), known as the Temple University--Commonwealth Act, making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","description":"A Supplement to the act of November 30, 1965 (P.L.843, No.355), known as the Temple University--Commonwealth Act, making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 11A","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1728/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1728","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":337366,"bill_number":"HR355","title":"Celebrating the South Side Local Development Company on its 30th and final year as an organization.","description":"A Resolution celebrating the South Side Local Development Company on its 30th and final year as an organization.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-26","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR355/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=355","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":337372,"bill_number":"HB1734","title":"Providing for a definition of \"child\"; and further providing for the definition of \"medically dependent or technologically dependent child.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of November 24, 1999 (P.L.884, No.54), known as the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers Act, providing for a definition of \"child\"; and further providing for the definition of \"medically dependent or technologically dependent child.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-25","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-06-25","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1734/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1734","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":337454,"bill_number":"HB1740","title":"Prohibiting members of the General Assembly from having financial interests in certain entities.","description":"An Act prohibiting members of the General Assembly from having financial interests in certain entities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-25","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1740/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1740","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":337455,"bill_number":"HB1736","title":"Providing for whistle post signage.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for whistle post signage.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-25","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-06-25","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1736/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1736","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":337456,"bill_number":"HB1739","title":"Further providing for multidisciplinary team; establishing the Child Abuse Multidisciplinary Response Account; providing for additional duties of the Department of Public Welfare and for distribution of funds; and further providing for deposits into account.","description":"An Act amending Titles 23 (Domestic Relations) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for multidisciplinary team; establishing the Child Abuse Multidisciplinary Response Account; providing for additional duties of the Department of Public Welfare and for distribution of funds; and further providing for deposits into account.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1739/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1739","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":337457,"bill_number":"HB1735","title":"Further providing for definitions; and prohibiting railroads from operating railroad locomotives in reverse in certain instances.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; and prohibiting railroads from operating railroad locomotives in reverse in certain instances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-25","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-06-25","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1735/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1735","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":337458,"bill_number":"HB1737","title":"Providing for safe transportation of railroad employees by contract carriers; establishing standards for drivers employed by the contract carriers and the motor vehicles used by the contract carriers; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for safe transportation of railroad employees by contract carriers; establishing standards for drivers employed by the contract carriers and the motor vehicles used by the contract carriers; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-25","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-06-25","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1737/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1737","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":337459,"bill_number":"HB1733","title":"Further providing for application for absentee ballots.","description":"An Act amending Title 25 (Elections) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for application for absentee ballots.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-25","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1733/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1733","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":337460,"bill_number":"HB1738","title":"Providing for identification requirements for railroad employees; and further providing for carrying and exhibiting driver's license on demand.","description":"An Act amending Titles 66 (Public Utilities) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for identification requirements for railroad employees; and further providing for carrying and exhibiting driver's license on demand.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-25","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-06-25","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1738/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1738","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":337461,"bill_number":"HB1741","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for hydraulic fracturing wastewater transportation.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; and providing for hydraulic fracturing wastewater transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1741/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1741","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":337463,"bill_number":"HB1679","title":"Providing for educational choice, for opportunity scholarships and for educational improvement tax credit; and repealing provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 relating to educational improvement tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for educational choice, for opportunity scholarships and for educational improvement tax credit; and repealing provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 relating to educational improvement tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1679/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1679","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":337464,"bill_number":"SB1143","title":"Requiring the Department of Health and the Department of Environmental Protection to coordinate and cooperate on any investigations into suspected disease or cancer clusters in this Commonwealth.","description":"An Act requiring the Department of Health and the Department of Environmental Protection to coordinate and cooperate on any investigations into suspected disease or cancer clusters in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-26","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1143/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1143","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":337465,"bill_number":"SB1150","title":"Providing tax credits for the rehabilitation of historic structures.","description":"An Act providing tax credits for the rehabilitation of historic structures.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1150/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1150","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":337466,"bill_number":"SB1140","title":"Providing for an energy resource production water withdrawal tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for an energy resource production water withdrawal tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1140/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1140","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":337471,"bill_number":"SB1180","title":"In third class county convention center authorities, providing for continuation of act after change in county classification.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in third class county convention center authorities, providing for continuation of act after change in county classification.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-26","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1180/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1180","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":337472,"bill_number":"SB1139","title":"Further providing for short title and scope of chapter and for subjects of local taxation; and providing for assessment and valuation of lease rights to oil and natural gas.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for short title and scope of chapter and for subjects of local taxation; and providing for assessment and valuation of lease rights to oil and natural gas.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1139/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1139","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":337473,"bill_number":"SB1137","title":"Further providing for payments to counties for services to children.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for payments to counties for services to children.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-26","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-06-26","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1137/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1137","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":337477,"bill_number":"HB1749","title":"In fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of hotel tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of hotel tax.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-12","last_action":"Act No. 143","last_action_date":"2012-07-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1749/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1749","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":337478,"bill_number":"HB1744","title":"Further providing for death and fetal death registration information for certificates, for coroner referrals and for pronouncement of death by a professional nurse.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 29, 1953 (P.L.304, No.66), known as the Vital Statistics Law of 1953, further providing for death and fetal death registration information for certificates, for coroner referrals and for pronouncement of death by a professional nurse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1744/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1744","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":337480,"bill_number":"HB1751","title":"Designating the Uniontown to Brownsville link of State Route 43, beginning with State Route 51 in Uniontown, Fayette County, and ending at State Route 119 in Brownsville, Fayette County, as the \"POW/MIA/KIA Memorial Highway.\"","description":"An Act designating the Uniontown to Brownsville link of State Route 43, beginning with State Route 51 in Uniontown, Fayette County, and ending at State Route 119 in Brownsville, Fayette County, as the \"POW/MIA/KIA Memorial Highway.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1751/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1751","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":337481,"bill_number":"HB1747","title":"Providing for plug-in vehicle charging station tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 2008 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Alternative Energy Investment Act, providing for plug-in vehicle charging station tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1747/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1747","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":337483,"bill_number":"HR357","title":"Recognizing and honoring the 100th anniversary of Saint Cecilia's Parish in the Fox Chase section of Philadelphia.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring the 100th anniversary of Saint Cecilia's Parish in the Fox Chase section of Philadelphia.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR357/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=357","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":337484,"bill_number":"HB1742","title":"Providing for the elimination of property tax for older Pennsylvanians, for a one-year cap on real property tax increases for school property tax purposes and for the elimination of authority to levy real property taxes for the support of public schools; imposing additional duties on the Department of Education; providing for the transfer of certain funds; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act providing for the elimination of property tax for older Pennsylvanians, for a one-year cap on real property tax increases for school property tax purposes and for the elimination of authority to levy real property taxes for the support of public schools; imposing additional duties on the Department of Education; providing for the transfer of certain funds; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1742/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1742","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":337486,"bill_number":"HB1743","title":"Providing for property tax payments.","description":"An Act amending Title 72 (Taxation and Fiscal Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for property tax payments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1743/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1743","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":337487,"bill_number":"HR356","title":"Honoring the U.S.S. Forrestal on the occasion of the 44th anniversary of the onboard fire that nearly resulted in her loss.","description":"A Resolution honoring the U.S.S. Forrestal on the occasion of the 44th anniversary of the onboard fire that nearly resulted in her loss.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR356/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=356","sponsor":"Gene DiGirolamo"},
{"bill_id":337502,"bill_number":"HB1745","title":"Providing for plug-in vehicle charging station tax credits.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 2008 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Alternative Energy Investment Act, providing for plug-in vehicle charging station tax credits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1745/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1745","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":337506,"bill_number":"HB1746","title":"Providing for plug-in vehicle charging station grants; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 2008 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Alternative Energy Investment Act, providing for plug-in vehicle charging station grants; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1746/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1746","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":337508,"bill_number":"HB1748","title":"Imposing a natural gas impact fee.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, imposing a natural gas impact fee.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1748/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1748","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":337514,"bill_number":"SB1182","title":"In interscholastic athletics accountability, further providing for council recommendations and standards.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in interscholastic athletics accountability, further providing for council recommendations and standards.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-27","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-27","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1182/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1182","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":337545,"bill_number":"SR158","title":"Commemorating the 31st anniversary of the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, which will be held in the City of Pittsburgh from August 1 through 6, 2011.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 31st anniversary of the National Veterans Wheelchair Games, which will be held in the City of Pittsburgh from August 1 through 6, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR158/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=158","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":337584,"bill_number":"HB1752","title":"Further providing for applicable law.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 17, 1994 (P.L.73, No.7), known as the Contractor and Subcontractor Payment Act, further providing for applicable law.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1752/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1752","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":337607,"bill_number":"SB1183","title":"Extensively revising provisions relating to registration of sexual offenders pursuant to Federal mandate; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 23 (Domestic Relations), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure), 44 (Law and Justice) and 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, extensively revising provisions relating to registration of sexual offenders pursuant to Federal mandate; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-20","last_action":"Act No. 111","last_action_date":"2011-12-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1183/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1183","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":337643,"bill_number":"HB1753","title":"In the Uniform Firearms Act, further providing for licenses and for sale or transfer of firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in the Uniform Firearms Act, further providing for licenses and for sale or transfer of firearms.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1753/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1753","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":337647,"bill_number":"HB1756","title":"In magisterial district judges, further providing for definitions; and providing for authority to grant access to the Pennsylvania Justice Network.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in magisterial district judges, further providing for definitions; and providing for authority to grant access to the Pennsylvania Justice Network.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1756/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1756","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":337655,"bill_number":"HB1761","title":"In employees' retirement system, further defining \"compensation\"; further providing for retirement board; providing for tax qualification; and further providing for employees eligible for retirement allowances and for amount of retirement allowances.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, in employees' retirement system, further defining \"compensation\"; further providing for retirement board; providing for tax qualification; and further providing for employees eligible for retirement allowances and for amount of retirement allowances.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-06","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1761/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1761","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":337666,"bill_number":"HB1754","title":"Further providing for definitions, for relief from charges and for ineligibility for compensation; and providing for applicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for definitions, for relief from charges and for ineligibility for compensation; and providing for applicability.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1754/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1754","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":337675,"bill_number":"HB750","title":"Further providing for the First Industries Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the First Industries Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB750/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=750","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":337676,"bill_number":"HB1763","title":"Providing for physician contracts with health insurers.","description":"An Act providing for physician contracts with health insurers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1763/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1763","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":337691,"bill_number":"HB1575","title":"In protection from abuse, further providing for hearings.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection from abuse, further providing for hearings.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1575/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1575","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":337714,"bill_number":"HB1760","title":"Permitting hunting on Sunday.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, permitting hunting on Sunday.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1760/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1760","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":337724,"bill_number":"HB1757","title":"Establishing the Child Care Health Consultant Task Force and providing for its powers and duties.","description":"An Act establishing the Child Care Health Consultant Task Force and providing for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1757/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1757","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":337728,"bill_number":"HB1759","title":"Providing for wearing of military uniform at graduation ceremony.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for wearing of military uniform at graduation ceremony.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1759/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1759","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":337730,"bill_number":"SR159","title":"Designating September 11, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania's Day of Remembrance\" of the events of September 11, 2001.","description":"A Resolution designating September 11, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania's Day of Remembrance\" of the events of September 11, 2001.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-28","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR159/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=159","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":337737,"bill_number":"HR359","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the Capitol Police, House of Representatives and Senate security forces in this Commonwealth and research and evaluate how funding and resources are allocated for these police forces.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the Capitol Police, House of Representatives and Senate security forces in this Commonwealth and research and evaluate how funding and resources are allocated for these police forces.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR359/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=359","sponsor":"John Lawrence"},
{"bill_id":337739,"bill_number":"HR360","title":"Recognizing some of the most significant military events in the history of our nation.","description":"A Resolution recognizing some of the most significant military events in the history of our nation.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Adopted (200-1)","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR360/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=360","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":337744,"bill_number":"HB1762","title":"Providing for the establishment of standards for emergency towing and for towing rotation lists.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the establishment of standards for emergency towing and for towing rotation lists.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1762/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1762","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":337746,"bill_number":"HR358","title":"Designating September 25, 2011, as \"Ataxia Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating September 25, 2011, as \"Ataxia Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Adopted (200-1)","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR358/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=358","sponsor":"Susan Helm"},
{"bill_id":337757,"bill_number":"HB1758","title":"Further providing for the pay of officers and enlisted personnel in active State service.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the pay of officers and enlisted personnel in active State service.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1758/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1758","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":337761,"bill_number":"HB1755","title":"Further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1755/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1755","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":337814,"bill_number":"SR160","title":"Designating the month of June 2011 as \"Foster Grandparent Program Month\" in Pennsylvania and congratulating the National Association of Foster Grandparent Program Directors, and the program volunteers, on the occasion of the program's 45th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of June 2011 as \"Foster Grandparent Program Month\" in Pennsylvania and congratulating the National Association of Foster Grandparent Program Directors, and the program volunteers, on the occasion of the program's 45th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR160/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=160","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":337821,"bill_number":"HB1766","title":"Providing for video gaming.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for video gaming.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1766/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1766","sponsor":"Paul Costa"},
{"bill_id":337824,"bill_number":"HB1764","title":"Providing for tenants' right to disclosure.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, providing for tenants' right to disclosure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1764/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1764","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":337830,"bill_number":"SB1181","title":"Further providing for State Gaming Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, further providing for State Gaming Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1181/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1181","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":337836,"bill_number":"SB1136","title":"Requiring the design and construction of certain State buildings to comply with specified energy and environmental building standards.","description":"An Act requiring the design and construction of certain State buildings to comply with specified energy and environmental building standards.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1136/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1136","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":337840,"bill_number":"SR161","title":"Offering thanks to members of all veterans organizations and auxiliaries and others who volunteer to provide services to Pennsylvania's veterans and veterans' families.","description":"A Resolution offering thanks to members of all veterans organizations and auxiliaries and others who volunteer to provide services to Pennsylvania's veterans and veterans' families.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR161/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=161","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":337846,"bill_number":"HR362","title":"Congratulating the Philipsburg-Osceola High School Softball Team on winning the 2011 PIAA Class AA Softball Championship.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Philipsburg-Osceola High School Softball Team on winning the 2011 PIAA Class AA Softball Championship.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR362/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=362","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":337851,"bill_number":"SB1184","title":"In driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for occupational limited license, for penalties, for ignition interlock and for illegally operating a motor vehicle not equipped with ignition interlock.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for occupational limited license, for penalties, for ignition interlock and for illegally operating a motor vehicle not equipped with ignition interlock.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-29","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1184/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1184","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":337863,"bill_number":"HR361","title":"Honoring the State College Area High School Girls Track and Field Team for winning the 2011 PIAA State Track and Field Championships.","description":"A Resolution honoring the State College Area High School Girls Track and Field Team for winning the 2011 PIAA State Track and Field Championships.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR361/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=361","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":337907,"bill_number":"SB1103","title":"Providing for procedures for recording of deeds.","description":"An Act providing for procedures for recording of deeds.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1103/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1103","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":338081,"bill_number":"SB1141","title":"Expanding the coverage of the act to relocated housing.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 29, 2004 (P.L.1282, No.158), known as the Manufactured Housing Improvement Act, expanding the coverage of the act to relocated housing.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Act No. 40","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1141/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1141","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":338148,"bill_number":"SB1166","title":"Further providing for the Tobacco Settlement Investment Board.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 26, 2001 (P.L.755, No.77), known as the Tobacco Settlement Act, further providing for the Tobacco Settlement Investment Board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1166/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1166","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":338154,"bill_number":"SB1145","title":"Providing for residential real estate sellers to provide an energy audit of property and for duties of the State Real Estate Commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for residential real estate sellers to provide an energy audit of property and for duties of the State Real Estate Commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1145/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1145","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":338215,"bill_number":"HB1767","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for determination of abandonment, for abandoned manufactured homes, for immunity from liability, for sale or lease of manufactured home communities, for closure of manufactured home communities, for notice requirements in the event of closure of manufactured home community and for remedies; and repealing certain provisions of The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 24, 1976 (P.L.1176, No.261), known as the Manufactured Home Community Rights Act, further providing for definitions; providing for determination of abandonment, for abandoned manufactured homes, for immunity from liability, for sale or lease of manufactured home communities, for closure of manufactured home communities, for notice requirements in the event of closure of manufactured home community and for remedies; and repealing certain provisions of The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 156","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1767/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1767","sponsor":"Robert Freeman"},
{"bill_id":338227,"bill_number":"SB1101","title":"In seller disclosures, providing for notice of title insurance, legal representation and liens.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in seller disclosures, providing for notice of title insurance, legal representation and liens.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1101/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1101","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":338262,"bill_number":"SB1085","title":"In fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of hotel tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of hotel tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1085/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1085","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":338308,"bill_number":"HB1768","title":"Providing for the protection of victims of sexual violence, for duties of law enforcement agencies, for procedure and for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for the protection of victims of sexual violence, for duties of law enforcement agencies, for procedure and for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1768/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1768","sponsor":"Frank Farry"},
{"bill_id":338528,"bill_number":"HB1769","title":"Further providing for criminal laboratory user fee.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for criminal laboratory user fee.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1769/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1769","sponsor":"Frank Farry"},
{"bill_id":338656,"bill_number":"SB1187","title":"Providing options, subject to voter approval, for political subdivisions to impose taxes on earned income and net profits and personal income for the purpose of reducing real property taxes; authorizing a county sales and use tax; and providing for disbursement of sales tax revenues.","description":"An Act providing options, subject to voter approval, for political subdivisions to impose taxes on earned income and net profits and personal income for the purpose of reducing real property taxes; authorizing a county sales and use tax; and providing for disbursement of sales tax revenues.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1187/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1187","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":338658,"bill_number":"HB1770","title":"Further providing for shipment of wine into Commonwealth, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees, for licenses issued and for limited wineries.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for shipment of wine into Commonwealth, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees, for licenses issued and for limited wineries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1770/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1770","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":338660,"bill_number":"HR363","title":"Establishing a select committee to improve revenue estimates.","description":"A Resolution establishing a select committee to improve revenue estimates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR363/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=363","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":338662,"bill_number":"SR162","title":"Congratulating the Borough of South Connellsville, Fayette County, on its 100th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Borough of South Connellsville, Fayette County, on its 100th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR162/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=162","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":338663,"bill_number":"SB1185","title":"Providing for appointment of township treasurers and election of tax collectors; and further defining the duties and authority of the board of township commissioners.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, providing for appointment of township treasurers and election of tax collectors; and further defining the duties and authority of the board of township commissioners.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 188","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1185/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1185","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":338666,"bill_number":"SB1186","title":"Providing for a transition from township treasurers to tax collectors in first class townships; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 25, 1945 (P.L.1050, No.394), known as the Local Tax Collection Law, providing for a transition from township treasurers to tax collectors in first class townships; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1186/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1186","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":338671,"bill_number":"SR164","title":"Recognizing the holiday beginning with Rosh Hashanah and concluding with Yom Kippur.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the holiday beginning with Rosh Hashanah and concluding with Yom Kippur.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR164/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=164","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":338672,"bill_number":"SB1189","title":"Providing for the Municipal Police Recruitment and Retention Program and for law enforcement enhancement surcharge.","description":"An Act amending Titles 53 (Municipalities Generally) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the Municipal Police Recruitment and Retention Program and for law enforcement enhancement surcharge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1189/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1189","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":338677,"bill_number":"SR163","title":"Honoring the life of former State Fire Commissioner and former Harrisburg Fire Chief Charles A. \"Chet\" Henry, who died on June 25, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of former State Fire Commissioner and former Harrisburg Fire Chief Charles A. \"Chet\" Henry, who died on June 25, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR163/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=163","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":338678,"bill_number":"SB1188","title":"In grounds and buildings, further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception.","description":"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 work to be done under contract let on bids and exception.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1188/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1188","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":338682,"bill_number":"SB1176","title":"Imposing a tax on natural gas drilling and using that tax to reduce taxes on senior citizens.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, imposing a tax on natural gas drilling and using that tax to reduce taxes on senior citizens.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1176/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1176","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":338760,"bill_number":"SB1190","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for oath of office.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for oath of office.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-06-30","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-06-30","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1190/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1190","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":338770,"bill_number":"HB1771","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in licenses and regulations relating to liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, further providing for special occasion permits, for revocation and suspension of licenses and fines and for penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in licenses and regulations relating to liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, further providing for special occasion permits, for revocation and suspension of licenses and fines and for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1771/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1771","sponsor":"Dante Santoni"},
{"bill_id":339053,"bill_number":"HB1772","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Military Child-Care Assistance Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Pennsylvania Military Child-Care Assistance Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1772/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1772","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":339054,"bill_number":"HB1775","title":"Further providing for alternative energy portfolio standards.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), known as the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, further providing for alternative energy portfolio standards.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1775/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1775","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":339055,"bill_number":"HR365","title":"Recognizing and honoring the 100th anniversary of Saint Raphael Parish of the Morningside community of Pittsburgh.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring the 100th anniversary of Saint Raphael Parish of the Morningside community of Pittsburgh.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR365/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=365","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":339056,"bill_number":"HB1774","title":"Amending the headings of Title 22 and 22 Pa.C.S. Ch. 3; codifying and making extensive revisions to The Private Detective Act of 1953; codifying the Lethal Weapons Training Act; further providing for the definition of \"privately employed agents\"; providing for the continuation of certain licenses; making an appropriation; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 22 (Detectives and Private Police) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, amending the headings of Title 22 and 22 Pa.C.S. Ch. 3; codifying and making extensive revisions to The Private Detective Act of 1953; codifying the Lethal Weapons Training Act; further providing for the definition of \"privately employed agents\"; providing for the continuation of certain licenses; making an appropriation; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-20","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-07-20","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1774/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1774","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":339057,"bill_number":"HB1777","title":"Further providing for exceptions for public records.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, further providing for exceptions for public records.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1777/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1777","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":339058,"bill_number":"HR364","title":"Memorializing the 100th anniversary of the Austin Flood that occurred on September 30, 1911, in Austin, Potter County, Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the 100th anniversary of the Austin Flood that occurred on September 30, 1911, in Austin, Potter County, Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR364/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=364","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":339061,"bill_number":"HB1778","title":"In duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for rules and regulations and safety patrols and for possession of weapons prohibited; and, in pupils and attendance, for suspension and expulsion of pupils.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for rules and regulations and safety patrols and for possession of weapons prohibited; and, in pupils and attendance, for suspension and expulsion of pupils.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1778/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1778","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":339062,"bill_number":"HB1773","title":"Defining \"permanent place of business\"; further providing for license required; and providing for location of transactions.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 24, 1984 (P.L.92, No.17), referred to as the Precious Metal Sale Regulation Law, defining \"permanent place of business\"; further providing for license required; and providing for location of transactions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1773/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1773","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":339063,"bill_number":"HR319","title":"Memorializing Congress to repeal the provisions of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, which creates Federal energy efficiency standards for lighting.","description":"A Resolution memorializing Congress to repeal the provisions of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, which creates Federal energy efficiency standards for lighting.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR319/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=319","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":339065,"bill_number":"HB1750","title":"Prohibiting the administration of certain antimicrobial agents in agriculture; providing for inspection and testing of agricultural operations, for enforcement, for reporting by agricultural operations and for alternatives to administration of antimicrobial agents to animals; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act prohibiting the administration of certain antimicrobial agents in agriculture; providing for inspection and testing of agricultural operations, for enforcement, for reporting by agricultural operations and for alternatives to administration of antimicrobial agents to animals; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1750/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1750","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":339067,"bill_number":"HB1622","title":"Providing for Pennsylvania-manufactured incandescent light bulbs.","description":"An Act providing for Pennsylvania-manufactured incandescent light bulbs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1622/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1622","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":339201,"bill_number":"SB1194","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"case.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for the definition of \"case.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-14","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-07-14","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1194/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1194","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":339230,"bill_number":"HB1784","title":"Providing for private correctional facilities.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for private correctional facilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1784/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1784","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":339233,"bill_number":"HB1780","title":"Further providing for inheritance tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for inheritance tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1780/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1780","sponsor":"Carl Metzgar"},
{"bill_id":339239,"bill_number":"HB1783","title":"Relating to compliance with the Federal REAL ID Act of 2005.","description":"An Act relating to compliance with the Federal REAL ID Act of 2005.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1783/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1783","sponsor":"Frederick Keller"},
{"bill_id":339242,"bill_number":"HR366","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to prohibit the exportation of American-based natural gas to markets in other countries.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to prohibit the exportation of American-based natural gas to markets in other countries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR366/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=366","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":339244,"bill_number":"HB1787","title":"Further providing for the Bi-partisan Management Committee.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 10, 1968 (1967 P.L.925, No.417), referred to as the Legislative Officers and Employes Law, further providing for the Bi-partisan Management Committee.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-07-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1787/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1787","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":339245,"bill_number":"HB1785","title":"Providing for dangerous child day-care facilities; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of Public Welfare and law enforcement agencies.","description":"An Act providing for dangerous child day-care facilities; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of Public Welfare and law enforcement agencies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1785/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1785","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":339246,"bill_number":"HB1789","title":"Providing for verification of United States citizenship and immigration status for all children in foster care.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for verification of United States citizenship and immigration status for all children in foster care.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1789/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1789","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":339248,"bill_number":"HB1788","title":"Further providing for film production tax credits.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for film production tax credits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1788/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1788","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":339249,"bill_number":"HB1781","title":"In nomination of candidates, further providing for place and time of filing nomination petitions and filing fees.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in nomination of candidates, further providing for place and time of filing nomination petitions and filing fees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1781/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1781","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":339250,"bill_number":"HB1779","title":"Further defining \"expenditure\" and \"political action committee\"; adding definitions of \"affiliate\" or \"affiliated committee\" and \"in-kind contributions\"; providing for contribution limitations and independent expenditures; and further providing for reporting by candidate and political committees and other persons, for pre-election reports by certain candidates, for late filing fees, for contributions or expenditures by national banks, corporations or unincorporated associations and for reports by business entities and for publication by Secretary of the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further defining \"expenditure\" and \"political action committee\"; adding definitions of \"affiliate\" or \"affiliated committee\" and \"in-kind contributions\"; providing for contribution limitations and independent expenditures; and further providing for reporting by candidate and political committees and other persons, for pre-election reports by certain candidates, for late filing fees, for contributions or expenditures by national banks, corporations or unincorporated associations and for reports by business entities and for publication by Secretary of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1779/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1779","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":339251,"bill_number":"HB1786","title":"Further providing for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-18","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-07-18","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1786/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1786","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":339305,"bill_number":"HB1791","title":"In employees' retirement system, defining \"county detective\" and further providing for county employee retirement allowances.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, in employees' retirement system, defining \"county detective\" and further providing for county employee retirement allowances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-26","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-07-26","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1791/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1791","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":339306,"bill_number":"HB1790","title":"Further providing for powers of an authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, further providing for powers of an authority.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-20","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-07-20","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1790/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1790","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":339336,"bill_number":"HB1793","title":"Further providing for definitions and for application for license; and providing for Student Tuition Recovery Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1986 (P.L.1585, No.174), known as the Private Licensed Schools Act, further providing for definitions and for application for license; and providing for Student Tuition Recovery Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-20","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-07-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1793/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1793","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":339337,"bill_number":"HB1792","title":"Designating a portion of S.R. 642 in Northumberland and Montour Counties, as the United States Army Specialist Zachariah W. Long Highway.","description":"An Act designating a portion of S.R. 642 in Northumberland and Montour Counties, as the United States Army Specialist Zachariah W. Long Highway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 118","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1792/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1792","sponsor":"Lynda Schlegel Culver"},
{"bill_id":339367,"bill_number":"HB1794","title":"Providing for HIV-related testing for certain sex offenders; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act providing for HIV-related testing for certain sex offenders; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Act No. 201","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1794/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1794","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":339369,"bill_number":"HB1795","title":"Providing for physical fitness.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for physical fitness.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-20","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-07-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1795/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1795","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":339376,"bill_number":"HB1796","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-26","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-07-26","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1796/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1796","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":339435,"bill_number":"HB1800","title":"Further providing for definitions and for well permits; providing for adoption of wells; further providing for well location restrictions; providing for roadway remediation; further providing for protection of fresh groundwater and casing requirements and for protection of water supplies; providing for use of surface impoundments for temporary flowback storage, for transportation records and hydraulic fracturing fluids and for well control emergency response; further providing for well reporting requirements, for bonding, for enforcement orders, for penalties and for civil penalties; providing for a severance tax and for a Marcellus Shale Job Creation Tax Credit; further providing for well plugging funds and for local ordinances; and providing for a moratorium.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for definitions and for well permits; providing for adoption of wells; further providing for well location restrictions; providing for roadway remediation; further providing for protection of fresh groundwater and casing requirements and for protection of water supplies; providing for use of surface impoundments for temporary flowback storage, for transportation records and hydraulic fracturing fluids and for well control emergency response; further providing for well reporting requirements, for bonding, for enforcement orders, for penalties and for civil penalties; providing for a severance tax and for a Marcellus Shale Job Creation Tax Credit; further providing for well plugging funds and for local ordinances; and providing for a moratorium.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-26","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-07-26","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1800/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1800","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":339454,"bill_number":"SB1198","title":"In abortion, further providing for prohibited acts.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in abortion, further providing for prohibited acts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-07-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1198/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1198","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":339459,"bill_number":"HB1797","title":"In preliminary provisions, providing for notice to parents and guardians of school bus accidents.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, providing for notice to parents and guardians of school bus accidents.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-07-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1797/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1797","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":339467,"bill_number":"HB1799","title":"In kidnapping, providing for the offense of failure to report missing child; in offenses against the family, further providing for the offense of concealing death of child; and providing for the offense of failure to report the death of child.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in kidnapping, providing for the offense of failure to report missing child; in offenses against the family, further providing for the offense of concealing death of child; and providing for the offense of failure to report the death of child.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-07-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1799/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1799","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":339469,"bill_number":"SB1191","title":"In fertilizer, further providing for labels and labeling; and providing for fertilizer use on turf.","description":"An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fertilizer, further providing for labels and labeling; and providing for fertilizer use on turf.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-21","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-07-21","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1191/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1191","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":339488,"bill_number":"SB1193","title":"Providing for the licensure of persons providing debt settlement services, for powers and duties of the Department of Banking and for enforcement; imposing civil penalties; and repealing in part the Debt Management Services Act.","description":"An Act providing for the licensure of persons providing debt settlement services, for powers and duties of the Department of Banking and for enforcement; imposing civil penalties; and repealing in part the Debt Management Services Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-21","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1193/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1193","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":339493,"bill_number":"SB1105","title":"Providing for abuse victim status protection.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, providing for abuse victim status protection.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1105/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1105","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":339495,"bill_number":"SB1202","title":"Providing for congenital heart defects screening.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 9, 1965 (P.L.497, No.251), known as the Newborn Child Testing Act, providing for congenital heart defects screening.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1202/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1202","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":339515,"bill_number":"SB1200","title":"Providing for public access to procurement records; further providing for competitive sealed proposals, for sole source procurement and for emergency procurement; providing for small business reserve program, for oversight and responsibility and for contracting with veteran-owned small businesses; and imposing duties on the Department of General Services and other Commonwealth purchasing agencies.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for public access to procurement records; further providing for competitive sealed proposals, for sole source procurement and for emergency procurement; providing for small business reserve program, for oversight and responsibility and for contracting with veteran-owned small businesses; and imposing duties on the Department of General Services and other Commonwealth purchasing agencies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":"Rules & Executive Nominations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1200/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1200","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":339521,"bill_number":"SB1203","title":"Further providing for the criminal activity of concealing the death of a child.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the criminal activity of concealing the death of a child.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-07-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1203/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1203","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":339555,"bill_number":"SB1199","title":"Further providing for definitions and for private actions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for definitions and for private actions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1199/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1199","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":339556,"bill_number":"SB1106","title":"Prohibiting a landlord from terminating a tenancy or failing to renew a tenancy based upon an act of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking against a protected tenant or a protected tenant's household member.","description":"An Act prohibiting a landlord from terminating a tenancy or failing to renew a tenancy based upon an act of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking against a protected tenant or a protected tenant's household member.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1106/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1106","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":339557,"bill_number":"SB1205","title":"In other offenses, further providing for drug trafficking sentencing and penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other offenses, further providing for drug trafficking sentencing and penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-07-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1205/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1205","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":339567,"bill_number":"HB1798","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for election and registration laws.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for election and registration laws.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-07-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-07-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1798/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1798","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":339569,"bill_number":"SB1196","title":"Providing for broadcast employment contracts.","description":"An Act providing for broadcast employment contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-07-21","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-07-21","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1196/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1196","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":339619,"bill_number":"HB1802","title":"Designating the bridge on that portion of State Route 116 (York Road) over a tributary to Codorus Creek in North Codorus Township, York County, as the Corporal Luke S. Runyan and Officer David Tome Fallen Heroes Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge on that portion of State Route 116 (York Road) over a tributary to Codorus Creek in North Codorus Township, York County, as the Corporal Luke S. Runyan and Officer David Tome Fallen Heroes Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-08-10","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1802/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1802","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":339764,"bill_number":"SB1195","title":"Providing for a siting restriction for assisted living residences, nursing homes and personal care homes.","description":"An Act providing for a siting restriction for assisted living residences, nursing homes and personal care homes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-02","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-08-02","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1195/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1195","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":339766,"bill_number":"SB1219","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), known as the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-02","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-08-02","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1219/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1219","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":339767,"bill_number":"SB1220","title":"Further providing for expungement of criminal history record.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for expungement of criminal history record.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-02","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-25","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1220/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1220","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":339769,"bill_number":"SB1206","title":"Further providing for wearing of uniforms and insignia.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for wearing of uniforms and insignia.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-08-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1206/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1206","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":339770,"bill_number":"SR165","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the efficiency of the administrative functions and operations of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and make recommendations on how the program can increase efficiency.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the efficiency of the administrative functions and operations of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and make recommendations on how the program can increase efficiency.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR165/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=165","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":339772,"bill_number":"SB1212","title":"Further providing for reciprocal limitations.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for reciprocal limitations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-02","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-08-02","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1212/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1212","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":339773,"bill_number":"SB1192","title":"Further providing for application of part; and providing for local government unit roofing projects.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for application of part; and providing for local government unit roofing projects.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-02","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1192/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1192","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":339775,"bill_number":"SR167","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study on the fiscal impact of gateway tolling, including fees for motorists entering or exiting this Commonwealth on interstate highways, to perform a cost analysis on the implementation of tolling booths, including the cost of labor to operate the tolling booths on interstate highways, and to make a report.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study on the fiscal impact of gateway tolling, including fees for motorists entering or exiting this Commonwealth on interstate highways, to perform a cost analysis on the implementation of tolling booths, including the cost of labor to operate the tolling booths on interstate highways, and to make a report.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-08-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR167/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=167","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":339776,"bill_number":"SB1197","title":"Amending the title of the act; further providing for authority for payment; adding a definition of \"natural gas responder\"; and further providing for construction of act.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1976 (P.L.424, No.101), referred to as the Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefits Act, amending the title of the act; further providing for authority for payment; adding a definition of \"natural gas responder\"; and further providing for construction of act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-02","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-08-02","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1197/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1197","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":339777,"bill_number":"SB1201","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"child with a disability\"; and providing for inheritance tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for the definition of \"child with a disability\"; and providing for inheritance tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-02","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1201/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1201","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":339780,"bill_number":"SB1213","title":"Further providing for definitions; in rates and ratemaking, further providing for sliding scale of rates and adjustments; and, in service and facilities, further providing for ownership and maintenance of natural gas and artificial gas service lines.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; in rates and ratemaking, further providing for sliding scale of rates and adjustments; and, in service and facilities, further providing for ownership and maintenance of natural gas and artificial gas service lines.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-02","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-08-02","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1213/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1213","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":339784,"bill_number":"SB1221","title":"In State System of Higher Education, providing for relations with private affiliated entities and for college year and classifications, leaves of absence and faculty salaries in cases of sickness or death; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State System of Higher Education, providing for relations with private affiliated entities and for college year and classifications, leaves of absence and faculty salaries in cases of sickness or death; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-02","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1221/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1221","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":339817,"bill_number":"SB1217","title":"Requiring the Department of Community and Economic Development to submit a unified economic development budget report; providing for unified reporting of property tax reductions and abatements, for application for economic development subsidies, for reports, for subsidy limit and job quality standards and for recapture; establishing a private enforcement action; and providing for public record disclosure.","description":"An Act requiring the Department of Community and Economic Development to submit a unified economic development budget report; providing for unified reporting of property tax reductions and abatements, for application for economic development subsidies, for reports, for subsidy limit and job quality standards and for recapture; establishing a private enforcement action; and providing for public record disclosure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1217/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1217","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":339818,"bill_number":"SB1216","title":"Further providing for benefits based on service for educational institutions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for benefits based on service for educational institutions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1216/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1216","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":339819,"bill_number":"SB1214","title":"Further providing for declaration of policy; and providing for information.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 2007 (P.L.90, No.28), known as the Freedom to Breastfeed Act, further providing for declaration of policy; and providing for information.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1214/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1214","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":339820,"bill_number":"SB1222","title":"Further providing for certification and calculation of minimum and maximum modifiers and for the Property Tax Relief Reserve Fund; providing for senior citizen tax relief; and further providing for State property tax reduction allocation.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for certification and calculation of minimum and maximum modifiers and for the Property Tax Relief Reserve Fund; providing for senior citizen tax relief; and further providing for State property tax reduction allocation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1222/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1222","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":339821,"bill_number":"SR166","title":"Directing the Department of General Services to conduct a study to determine the associated costs and feasibility of converting and retrofitting State-owned vehicles with compressed natural gas and liquefied natural gas engines for the purpose of modernizing the State fleet.","description":"A Resolution directing the Department of General Services to conduct a study to determine the associated costs and feasibility of converting and retrofitting State-owned vehicles with compressed natural gas and liquefied natural gas engines for the purpose of modernizing the State fleet.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR166/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=166","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":339822,"bill_number":"SB1215","title":"Defining \"Commonwealth firefighter or firefighter instructor\"; and further defining \"superannuation age.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, defining \"Commonwealth firefighter or firefighter instructor\"; and further defining \"superannuation age.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-08-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1215/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1215","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":339891,"bill_number":"HB1805","title":"In certification of teachers, further providing for program of continuing professional development; providing for suicide prevention instruction; in safe schools, further providing for policy relating to bullying; and providing for Department of Education requirements and responsibilities.","description":"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 program of continuing professional development; providing for suicide prevention instruction; in safe schools, further providing for policy relating to bullying; and providing for Department of Education requirements and responsibilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-08-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1805/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1805","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":339893,"bill_number":"HB1803","title":"Further providing for automated red light enforcement systems in first class cities and for specific powers of department and local authorities.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for automated red light enforcement systems in first class cities and for specific powers of department and local authorities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1803/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1803","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":339894,"bill_number":"HR368","title":"Designating the month of September 2011 as \"Childhood Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania, honoring those young people who have lost their lives to childhood cancer, expressing gratitude to the doctors and nurses who provide special care to patients and families affected by childhood cancer, and encouraging all citizens to join the fight against childhood cancer in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2011 as \"Childhood Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania, honoring those young people who have lost their lives to childhood cancer, expressing gratitude to the doctors and nurses who provide special care to patients and families affected by childhood cancer, and encouraging all citizens to join the fight against childhood cancer in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Adopted (194-1)","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR368/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=368","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":339895,"bill_number":"HB1806","title":"Further providing for facility insurance.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 7, 1990 (P.L.639, No.165), known as the Hazardous Material Emergency Planning and Response Act, further providing for facility insurance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-10","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-08-10","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1806/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1806","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":339897,"bill_number":"HR367","title":"Encouraging the United States Congress to increase the debt limit before the August 2, 2011, deadline to avoid default on its legal obligations.","description":"A Resolution encouraging the United States Congress to increase the debt limit before the August 2, 2011, deadline to avoid default on its legal obligations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-08-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR367/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=367","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":339978,"bill_number":"HB1808","title":"Providing for bisphenol A-free food and beverage container products.","description":"An Act providing for bisphenol A-free food and beverage container products.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-10","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-08-10","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1808/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1808","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":339979,"bill_number":"HB1810","title":"Further providing for penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 9, 2008 (P.L.1408, No.113), known as the Scrap Material Theft Prevention Act, further providing for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-10","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-08-10","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1810/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1810","sponsor":"Gerald Mullery"},
{"bill_id":339980,"bill_number":"HR369","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to address concerns raised by recent regulations promulgated by the Federal Highway Administration concerning road and street signs.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to address concerns raised by recent regulations promulgated by the Federal Highway Administration concerning road and street signs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-10","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-08-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR369/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=369","sponsor":"John Lawrence"},
{"bill_id":339981,"bill_number":"HB1811","title":"Further providing for compensation of certain officials in the Executive Branch and for members of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for compensation of certain officials in the Executive Branch and for members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-08-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1811/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1811","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":339982,"bill_number":"HB1812","title":"In inheritance tax, further providing for returns.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in inheritance tax, further providing for returns.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-08-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1812/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1812","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":339983,"bill_number":"HB1809","title":"In theft and related offenses, further providing for grading of theft offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in theft and related offenses, further providing for grading of theft offenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-08-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1809/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1809","sponsor":"Gerald Mullery"},
{"bill_id":340019,"bill_number":"HB1816","title":"Establishing the Appellate Court Nominating Commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Appellate Court Nominating Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-22","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-08-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1816/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1816","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":340020,"bill_number":"HR370","title":"Recognizing September 2011 as \"Chiari Malformation Awareness Month.\"","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 2011 as \"Chiari Malformation Awareness Month.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR370/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=370","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":340021,"bill_number":"HB1821","title":"Amending the title of the act; further providing for authority for payment; adding a definition of \"natural gas responder\"; and further providing for construction of act.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1976 (P.L.424, No.101), referred to as the Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefits Act, amending the title of the act; further providing for authority for payment; adding a definition of \"natural gas responder\"; and further providing for construction of act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-22","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-08-22","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1821/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1821","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":340022,"bill_number":"HB1814","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure articles, further providing for definitions and restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure articles, further providing for definitions and restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-22","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-08-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1814/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1814","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":340023,"bill_number":"HB1819","title":"In preliminary provisions, providing for limitation on increases of salaries of school employees.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, providing for limitation on increases of salaries of school employees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-22","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-08-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1819/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1819","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":340024,"bill_number":"HB1820","title":"Further providing for minimum wages and for exemptions.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for minimum wages and for exemptions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 109","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1820/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1820","sponsor":"Sheryl Delozier"},
{"bill_id":340025,"bill_number":"HB1818","title":"In consolidated county assessment, further providing for clerical and mathematical errors; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in consolidated county assessment, further providing for clerical and mathematical errors; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-22","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-08-22","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1818/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1818","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":340026,"bill_number":"HB1817","title":"Further providing for procedure to obtain certificates of public convenience.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for procedure to obtain certificates of public convenience.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-22","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-08-22","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1817/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1817","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":340027,"bill_number":"HR372","title":"Encouraging safe driving habits and the reduction of road rage incidents in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution encouraging safe driving habits and the reduction of road rage incidents in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR372/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=372","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":340028,"bill_number":"HR373","title":"Designating the week of August 1 through 8, 2011, as \"Walk for Peace Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of August 1 through 8, 2011, as \"Walk for Peace Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR373/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=373","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":340029,"bill_number":"HB1815","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, changing and adding provisions relating to selection of justices and judges.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, changing and adding provisions relating to selection of justices and judges.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-22","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-08-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1815/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1815","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":340030,"bill_number":"HB1804","title":"Providing for taxation of natural gas drilling and for transfers and distributions.","description":"An Act amending Title 72 (Taxation and Fiscal Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for taxation of natural gas drilling and for transfers and distributions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-22","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-08-22","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1804/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1804","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":340031,"bill_number":"HB1813","title":"Further providing for mining permit, reclamation plan and bond; and providing for land reclamation financial guarantees.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 31, 1945 (P.L.1198, No.418), known as the Surface Mining Conservation and Reclamation Act, further providing for mining permit, reclamation plan and bond; and providing for land reclamation financial guarantees.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 157","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1813/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1813","sponsor":"Michael Tobash"},
{"bill_id":340032,"bill_number":"HB1822","title":"Further providing for the definitions of \"alternative energy sources\" and \"Tier II alternative energy source.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), known as the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, further providing for the definitions of \"alternative energy sources\" and \"Tier II alternative energy source.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-22","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-08-22","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1822/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1822","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":340033,"bill_number":"HR374","title":"Commemorating December 7, 2011, as \"Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.\"","description":"A Resolution commemorating December 7, 2011, as \"Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR374/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=374","sponsor":"Mark Gillen"},
{"bill_id":340035,"bill_number":"HR371","title":"Honoring the life and legacy of Mrs. Edythe Scott Bagley and extending condolences to her family and many colleagues.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and legacy of Mrs. Edythe Scott Bagley and extending condolences to her family and many colleagues.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR371/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=371","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":340157,"bill_number":"HB1823","title":"In terms and courses of study, further providing for teaching safe driving of motor vehicles.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, further providing for teaching safe driving of motor vehicles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-08-31","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1823/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1823","sponsor":"Joseph Emrick"},
{"bill_id":340158,"bill_number":"SB1228","title":"Further providing for presumption of a reasonable number of attempts.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 28, 1984 (P.L.150, No.28), known as the Automobile Lemon Law, further providing for presumption of a reasonable number of attempts.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Act No. 33","last_action_date":"2012-04-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1228/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1228","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":340160,"bill_number":"SB1234","title":"Further providing for permits; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 24, 1966 (1965 P.L.1535, No.537), known as the Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act, further providing for permits; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-30","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-08-30","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1234/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1234","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":340161,"bill_number":"SB1225","title":"Providing for public library code; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for public library code; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-11-01","last_action":"Act No. 210","last_action_date":"2012-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1225/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1225","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":340162,"bill_number":"SB1232","title":"In general provisions, further defining \"motorcycle.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further defining \"motorcycle.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-30","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-08-30","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1232/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1232","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":340164,"bill_number":"HR377","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass the Veterans' Heritage Firearms Act of 2011.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass the Veterans' Heritage Firearms Act of 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR377/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=377","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":340165,"bill_number":"SB1229","title":"In sales and use tax, providing for taxable portion of purchase price.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, providing for taxable portion of purchase price.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-08-30","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-08-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1229/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1229","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":340166,"bill_number":"HR376","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to investigate the costs and benefits of prevention and early intervention programs for the children and youth of this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to investigate the costs and benefits of prevention and early intervention programs for the children and youth of this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-31","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-08-31","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR376/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=376","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":340167,"bill_number":"SB1226","title":"Providing for disclosure of composition of hydraulic fracturing fluids.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, providing for disclosure of composition of hydraulic fracturing fluids.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-08-30","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 1521","last_action_date":"2011-09-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1226/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1226","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":340168,"bill_number":"HB1710","title":"In support matters generally, further providing for support guidelines.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in support matters generally, further providing for support guidelines.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-31","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-08-31","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1710/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1710","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":340169,"bill_number":"HB1825","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey by quitclaim deeds to Aber and Hockenberry, Mary E. Crotzer, Ronald and Michael Haines, Randy D. Payton Sr., Jack L. Hanna and Victor and Katherine Crum, certain lands situate in Curtin Township, Centre County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Centre County Industrial Development Corporation certain lands situate in Benner Township, Centre County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Randy M. Thomas, or his assigns, a permanent utility easement across certain lands situate in White Township, Indiana County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to remove and release the restrictive use covenants imposed on certain real property situate in the Borough of Blossburg, Tioga County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the Governor, to grant and convey, at a price to be determined through a competitive bid process, certain lands, buildings and improvements situate in the Borough of Canonsburg, Washington County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to VARHA, Inc., certain lands situate in the Borough of Polk, Venango County; authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Ohiopyle Borough certain lands situate in Ohiopyle Borough, Fayette County, in exchange for Ohiopyle Borough granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to those existing lands at Ohiopyle State Park; authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Kyle A. and Tamara J. Boltz certain lands situate in Union Township, Lebanon County, in exchange for Kyle A. and Tamara J. Boltz's granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, to be added to those existing lands at Swatara State Park; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey by quitclaim deeds to Aber and Hockenberry, Mary E. Crotzer, Ronald and Michael Haines, Randy D. Payton Sr., Jack L. Hanna and Victor and Katherine Crum, certain lands situate in Curtin Township, Centre County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Centre County Industrial Development Corporation certain lands situate in Benner Township, Centre County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Randy M. Thomas, or his assigns, a permanent utility easement across certain lands situate in White Township, Indiana County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to remove and release the restrictive use covenants imposed on certain real property situate in the Borough of Blossburg, Tioga County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the Governor, to grant and convey, at a price to be determined through a competitive bid process, certain lands, buildings and improvements situate in the Borough of Canonsburg, Washington County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to VARHA, Inc., certain lands situate in the Borough of Polk, Venango County; authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Ohiopyle Borough certain lands situate in Ohiopyle Borough, Fayette County, in exchange for Ohiopyle Borough granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to those existing lands at Ohiopyle State Park; authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Kyle A. and Tamara J. Boltz certain lands situate in Union Township, Lebanon County, in exchange for Kyle A. and Tamara J. Boltz's granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, to be added to those existing lands at Swatara State Park; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-29","last_action":"Act No. 55","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1825/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1825","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":340170,"bill_number":"HB1824","title":"In limitation of actions, further providing for unlimited prosecutions.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in limitation of actions, further providing for unlimited prosecutions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-08-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-08-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1824/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1824","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":340192,"bill_number":"HB1826","title":"Further providing for existing regulations.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 25, 1982 (P.L.633, No.181), known as the Regulatory Review Act, further providing for existing regulations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-09-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1826/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1826","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":340228,"bill_number":"SB1236","title":"In general provisions, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-06","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-09-06","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1236/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1236","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":340229,"bill_number":"SB1238","title":"In registration of vehicles, further providing for veteran plates and placard.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, further providing for veteran plates and placard.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-06","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-09-06","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1238/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1238","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":340231,"bill_number":"SB1231","title":"Further providing for determination of paternity.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for determination of paternity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-09-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1231/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1231","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":340232,"bill_number":"SB1240","title":"Further providing for creditable nonstate service and for contributions for the purchase of credit.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for creditable nonstate service and for contributions for the purchase of credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-06","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1240/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1240","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":340233,"bill_number":"SB1241","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for qualifications of electors.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for qualifications of electors.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-09-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1241/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1241","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":340297,"bill_number":"HB1829","title":"In procedure, further providing for exceptions for public records.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, in procedure, further providing for exceptions for public records.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-09-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1829/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1829","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":340303,"bill_number":"HR380","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to reaffirm the commitment of the United States to a negotiated settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict and supporting United States Senate Resolution No. 185.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to reaffirm the commitment of the United States to a negotiated settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict and supporting United States Senate Resolution No. 185.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-09-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR380/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=380","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":340307,"bill_number":"HB1827","title":"Redesignating a bridge in Irvona Borough, Clearfield County.","description":"An Act redesignating a bridge in Irvona Borough, Clearfield County.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Act No. 37","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1827/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1827","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":340315,"bill_number":"HR379","title":"Designating the third week of October as \"Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the third week of October as \"Male Breast Cancer Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR379/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=379","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":340317,"bill_number":"HB1831","title":"Further providing for use of tobacco in schools prohibited.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for use of tobacco in schools prohibited.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-13","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-09-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1831/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1831","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":340319,"bill_number":"SB1233","title":"Providing for plumbing contractors licensure; establishing the State Board of Plumbing Contractors and providing for its powers and duties; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; establishing fees, fines and civil penalties; creating the Plumbing Contractors Licensure Account; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for plumbing contractors licensure; establishing the State Board of Plumbing Contractors and providing for its powers and duties; conferring powers and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; establishing fees, fines and civil penalties; creating the Plumbing Contractors Licensure Account; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-07","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-09-07","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1233/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1233","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":340322,"bill_number":"HB1828","title":"In inheritance tax, further providing for definitions and for rate of tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in inheritance tax, further providing for definitions and for rate of tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-13","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1828/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1828","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":340323,"bill_number":"HR378","title":"Declaring September 2011 as \"Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution declaring September 2011 as \"Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR378/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=378","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":340327,"bill_number":"SB1237","title":"In keystone opportunity zones, further providing for extension for unoccupied parcels and for additional expansion zones; providing for expansion for new job creation; further providing for application, for qualified businesses, for corporate net income tax and for capital stock franchise tax; and, in tax administration, further providing for application time; providing for monitoring data; and repealing expiration provision.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 6, 1998 (P.L.705, No.92), known as the Keystone Opportunity Zone, Keystone Opportunity Expansion Zone and Keystone Opportunity Improvement Zone Act, in keystone opportunity zones, further providing for extension for unoccupied parcels and for additional expansion zones; providing for expansion for new job creation; further providing for application, for qualified businesses, for corporate net income tax and for capital stock franchise tax; and, in tax administration, further providing for application time; providing for monitoring data; and repealing expiration provision.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Act No. 16","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1237/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1237","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":340329,"bill_number":"HB11","title":"Further providing for enforcement; further providing for definitions, for general powers of board, for when sales may be made at Pennsylvania liquor stores, for sales by Pennsylvania liquor stores; adding provisions relating to wholesale wine distribution; further providing for authority to issue liquor licenses to hotels, restaurants and clubs, for sale of malt or brewed beverages by liquor licensees, and for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses; adding provisions relating to enhanced distributor's licenses; and further providing for malt and brewed beverages retail licenses, for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales and storage, for retail dispensers' restrictions on purchases and sales, for interlocking business prohibited, for licenses not assignable and transfers, for revocation and suspension of licenses and fees, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licensees, for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees, for moneys paid into Liquor License Fund and returned to municipalities, and for moneys paid into State Stores Fund for use of Commonwealth.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for enforcement; further providing for definitions, for general powers of board, for when sales may be made at Pennsylvania liquor stores, for sales by Pennsylvania liquor stores; adding provisions relating to wholesale wine distribution; further providing for authority to issue liquor licenses to hotels, restaurants and clubs, for sale of malt or brewed beverages by liquor licensees, and for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses; adding provisions relating to enhanced distributor's licenses; and further providing for malt and brewed beverages retail licenses, for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales and storage, for retail dispensers' restrictions on purchases and sales, for interlocking business prohibited, for licenses not assignable and transfers, for revocation and suspension of licenses and fees, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licensees, for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees, for moneys paid into Liquor License Fund and returned to municipalities, and for moneys paid into State Stores Fund for use of Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-09-13","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB11/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=11","sponsor":"Michael Turzai"},
{"bill_id":340473,"bill_number":"HR382","title":"Honoring and commending the life of United States Navy Captain Christopher J. Ferguson, who commanded the final United States space shuttle flight, July 8 to 21, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring and commending the life of United States Navy Captain Christopher J. Ferguson, who commanded the final United States space shuttle flight, July 8 to 21, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR382/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=382","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":340474,"bill_number":"HB1838","title":"Providing for small disaster assistance, for low-interest loans to individual disaster victims and businesses and for municipal grants; establishing a fund; and conferring powers and duties on various Commonwealth agencies.","description":"An Act providing for small disaster assistance, for low-interest loans to individual disaster victims and businesses and for municipal grants; establishing a fund; and conferring powers and duties on various Commonwealth agencies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-14","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-09-14","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1838/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1838","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":340475,"bill_number":"HB1835","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for same-sex marriages; and making a repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; providing for same-sex marriages; and making a repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1835/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1835","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":340476,"bill_number":"HR381","title":"Recognizing the 10th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and honoring all those who lost their lives on that day.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 10th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks and honoring all those who lost their lives on that day.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR381/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=381","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":340477,"bill_number":"HR375","title":"Recognizing September 11, 2011, as a day of solemn commemoration of the events of September 11, 2001, and offering the Commonwealth's deepest and most sincere condolences to the families, friends and loved ones of the innocent victims of the attacks.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 11, 2011, as a day of solemn commemoration of the events of September 11, 2001, and offering the Commonwealth's deepest and most sincere condolences to the families, friends and loved ones of the innocent victims of the attacks.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR375/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=375","sponsor":"Duane Milne"},
{"bill_id":340478,"bill_number":"HR383","title":"Congratulating Rose Anne Bragalone of Duboistown on being named the winner of Pennsylvania's 31st Annual Favorite Homecoming Queen Competition at the Lancaster Host Resort and Conference Center.","description":"A Resolution congratulating Rose Anne Bragalone of Duboistown on being named the winner of Pennsylvania's 31st Annual Favorite Homecoming Queen Competition at the Lancaster Host Resort and Conference Center.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR383/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=383","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":340479,"bill_number":"HB1837","title":"Providing for the acquisition of property by local government units to mitigate flood hazards.","description":"An Act providing for the acquisition of property by local government units to mitigate flood hazards.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-09-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1837/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1837","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":340480,"bill_number":"HB1841","title":"Further providing for false reports to law enforcement authorities.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for false reports to law enforcement authorities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1841/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1841","sponsor":"Tarah Toohil"},
{"bill_id":340481,"bill_number":"HB1839","title":"Redesignating Duboistown Bridge, connecting Williamsport and Duboistown over the Susquehanna River, Lycoming County, as the Lance Corporal Abram Howard Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act redesignating Duboistown Bridge, connecting Williamsport and Duboistown over the Susquehanna River, Lycoming County, as the Lance Corporal Abram Howard Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1839/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1839","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":340482,"bill_number":"HB1836","title":"Authorizing the incurring of indebtedness, with the approval of the electors, of up to $150,000,000 for the preservation of land for open-space uses and for the mitigation of flood hazards.","description":"An Act authorizing the incurring of indebtedness, with the approval of the electors, of up to $150,000,000 for the preservation of land for open-space uses and for the mitigation of flood hazards.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-09-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1836/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1836","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":340524,"bill_number":"SB1243","title":"Further providing for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-13","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-09-13","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1243/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1243","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":340574,"bill_number":"HB1844","title":"Further providing for powers of authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, further providing for powers of authority.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1844/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1844","sponsor":"Michael Tobash"},
{"bill_id":340580,"bill_number":"SB1249","title":"Apportioning this Commonwealth into congressional districts in conformity with constitutional requirements; providing for the nomination and election of Congressmen; and requiring publication of notice of the establishment of congressional districts following the Federal decennial census.","description":"An Act apportioning this Commonwealth into congressional districts in conformity with constitutional requirements; providing for the nomination and election of Congressmen; and requiring publication of notice of the establishment of congressional districts following the Federal decennial census.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 131","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1249/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1249","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":340596,"bill_number":"HB1846","title":"Providing for notice of foreclosure.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, providing for notice of foreclosure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1846/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1846","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":340599,"bill_number":"HR384","title":"Recognizing the month of September 2011 as \"Infant Mortality Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2011 as \"Infant Mortality Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR384/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=384","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":340608,"bill_number":"HB1845","title":"Providing for single point of contact for residential mortgage debtor.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 30, 1974 (P.L.13, No.6), referred to as the Loan Interest and Protection Law, providing for single point of contact for residential mortgage debtor.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1845/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1845","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":340612,"bill_number":"HB1847","title":"Designating the Davis Street Bridge over Interstate 81 in Moosic Borough, Lackawanna County, as the Andrew and Durando Pompey Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the Davis Street Bridge over Interstate 81 in Moosic Borough, Lackawanna County, as the Andrew and Durando Pompey Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1847/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1847","sponsor":"Ken Smith"},
{"bill_id":340614,"bill_number":"HR385","title":"Designating the week of October 10 through 14, 2011, as \"DECA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 10 through 14, 2011, as \"DECA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR385/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=385","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":340681,"bill_number":"HB1851","title":"Further providing for licensing.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for licensing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1851/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1851","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":340683,"bill_number":"HB1852","title":"Further providing for definitions, for records of and reports by employers, for contributions to be liens and entry and enforcement thereof, for qualifications required to secure compensation, for certain agreements void and penalties, for false statements and representations to obtain or increase compensation, for false statements and representations to prevent or reduce compensation and other offenses, for violation of act and rules and regulations and for recovery and recoupment of compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for definitions, for records of and reports by employers, for contributions to be liens and entry and enforcement thereof, for qualifications required to secure compensation, for certain agreements void and penalties, for false statements and representations to obtain or increase compensation, for false statements and representations to prevent or reduce compensation and other offenses, for violation of act and rules and regulations and for recovery and recoupment of compensation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1852/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1852","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":340684,"bill_number":"HB1849","title":"Further prohibiting gambling by underage individuals.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further prohibiting gambling by underage individuals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1849/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1849","sponsor":"Paul Costa"},
{"bill_id":340693,"bill_number":"HB1848","title":"Providing for broadcast employee contracts; and providing for enforcement.","description":"An Act providing for broadcast employee contracts; and providing for enforcement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1848/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1848","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":340698,"bill_number":"HR386","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Parent Involvement Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Parent Involvement Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR386/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=386","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":340753,"bill_number":"SR169","title":"A Concurrent Resolution calling for an amendment to the Constitution of the United States giving citizens of the United States a direct vote on Federal borrowing and indebtedness through national referenda.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution calling for an amendment to the Constitution of the United States giving citizens of the United States a direct vote on Federal borrowing and indebtedness through national referenda.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-16","last_action":"Referred to INTERGOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-09-16","committee":"Intergovernmental Operations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR169/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=169","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":340754,"bill_number":"SB1209","title":"Establishing the Delinquent Payment Amnesty Program; providing for amnesty for certain delinquent payments to the Commonwealth and local agencies; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act establishing the Delinquent Payment Amnesty Program; providing for amnesty for certain delinquent payments to the Commonwealth and local agencies; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1209/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1209","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":340755,"bill_number":"SB1211","title":"In State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-16","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1211/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1211","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":340756,"bill_number":"HR388","title":"Designating the month of September 2011 as \"Emergency Preparedness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2011 as \"Emergency Preparedness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR388/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=388","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":340757,"bill_number":"SB1235","title":"Further providing for tax levies.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, further providing for tax levies.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1235/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1235","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":340758,"bill_number":"SB1204","title":"Providing for an income tax checkoff to provide funding for the Children's Trust Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for an income tax checkoff to provide funding for the Children's Trust Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1204/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1204","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":340761,"bill_number":"SB1230","title":"Further providing for license to engage in business.","description":"An Act amending act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.306, No.84), known as the Board of Vehicles Act, further providing for license to engage in business.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-16","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-09-16","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1230/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1230","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":340762,"bill_number":"SB1242","title":"In the State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in the State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-09-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1242/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1242","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":340763,"bill_number":"HR389","title":"Recognizing and designating the month of October 2011 as \"Dignity & Respect Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and designating the month of October 2011 as \"Dignity & Respect Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Adopted (194-1)","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR389/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=389","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":340764,"bill_number":"SR168","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study on the feasibility of consolidating the prescription drug plans funded by the Commonwealth under a single administrator.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study on the feasibility of consolidating the prescription drug plans funded by the Commonwealth under a single administrator.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-16","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-09-16","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR168/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=168","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":340765,"bill_number":"HB1854","title":"Further providing for regulations.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for regulations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1854/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1854","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":340766,"bill_number":"SB1223","title":"Abolishing the Pennsylvania Public Television Network Commission; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 20, 1968 (P.L.1075, No.329), referred to as the Public Television Network System Law, abolishing the Pennsylvania Public Television Network Commission; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-16","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1223/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1223","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":340767,"bill_number":"HR391","title":"Recognizing the month of October 2011 as \"Infant Mortality Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of October 2011 as \"Infant Mortality Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR391/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=391","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":340768,"bill_number":"HR387","title":"Recognizing November 10, 2011, as \"Marine Corps Day\" in Pennsylvania in honor of the United States Marine Corps' 236th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution recognizing November 10, 2011, as \"Marine Corps Day\" in Pennsylvania in honor of the United States Marine Corps' 236th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR387/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=387","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":340769,"bill_number":"HR390","title":"Honoring the life and service of Mr. Frank Gigliotti and extending condolences to his family and many colleagues.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and service of Mr. Frank Gigliotti and extending condolences to his family and many colleagues.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR390/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=390","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":340770,"bill_number":"HB1853","title":"Providing for publication of information concerning online learning opportunities offered by Pennsylvania colleges and universities; and imposing duties on the Department of Education.","description":"An Act providing for publication of information concerning online learning opportunities offered by Pennsylvania colleges and universities; and imposing duties on the Department of Education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1853/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1853","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":340771,"bill_number":"SB1239","title":"In the State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in the State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-16","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1239/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1239","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":341092,"bill_number":"SB1254","title":"Designating a bridge crossing the Monongahela River spanning Monongahela, Washington County and Forward Township, Allegheny County, as the General Carl E. Vuono Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge crossing the Monongahela River spanning Monongahela, Washington County and Forward Township, Allegheny County, as the General Carl E. Vuono Bridge.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1254/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1254","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":341093,"bill_number":"SB1252","title":"Redesignating Davis Street Bridge, over Interstate 81 at Exit 182, Moosic Borough, Lackawanna County, as the Andrew A. Pompey and Durando J. Pompey Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act redesignating Davis Street Bridge, over Interstate 81 at Exit 182, Moosic Borough, Lackawanna County, as the Andrew A. Pompey and Durando J. Pompey Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1252/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1252","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":341096,"bill_number":"HR392","title":"Recognizing the month of September 2011 as \"College Savings Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2011 as \"College Savings Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR392/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=392","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":341098,"bill_number":"SR172","title":"Honoring Staff Sgt. Kenneth VanGiesen, resident of Millcreek Township, Erie County, and member of the Pennsylvania National Guard, who was killed in action on July 18, 2011, in Afghanistan.","description":"A Resolution honoring Staff Sgt. Kenneth VanGiesen, resident of Millcreek Township, Erie County, and member of the Pennsylvania National Guard, who was killed in action on July 18, 2011, in Afghanistan.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR172/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=172","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":341104,"bill_number":"SR173","title":"Observing September 15 through October 15, 2011, as \"Hispanic Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing September 15 through October 15, 2011, as \"Hispanic Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR173/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=173","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":341109,"bill_number":"SR174","title":"Designating the month of September 2011 as \"Emergency Preparedness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2011 as \"Emergency Preparedness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR174/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=174","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":341110,"bill_number":"SR171","title":"Recognizing the month of September 2011 as \"Infant Mortality Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2011 as \"Infant Mortality Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-19","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR171/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=171","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":341127,"bill_number":"SB1247","title":"In powers and duties of Department of Labor and Industry, eliminating authority for the fair share fee for employees of school entities; and relieving certain employee organizations of certain duties and obligations.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in powers and duties of Department of Labor and Industry, eliminating authority for the fair share fee for employees of school entities; and relieving certain employee organizations of certain duties and obligations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1247/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1247","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":341133,"bill_number":"SB1255","title":"Enacting the Uniform Military and Overseas Voters Act.","description":"An Act amending Title 25 (Elections) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, enacting the Uniform Military and Overseas Voters Act.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 189","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1255/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1255","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":341138,"bill_number":"SB1250","title":"Providing for surface owner protection.","description":"An Act providing for surface owner protection.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1250/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1250","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":341161,"bill_number":"SB1245","title":"In powers and duties of Department of Labor and Industry, eliminating authority for the fair share fee for employees of Commonwealth entities; and relieving certain employee organizations of certain duties and obligations.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in powers and duties of Department of Labor and Industry, eliminating authority for the fair share fee for employees of Commonwealth entities; and relieving certain employee organizations of certain duties and obligations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1245/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1245","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":341163,"bill_number":"SB1244","title":"Repealing the act of June 2, 1993 (P.L.45, No.15), known as the Public Employee Fair Share Fee Law, relieving certain employee organizations of certain duties and obligations.","description":"An Act repealing the act of June 2, 1993 (P.L.45, No.15), known as the Public Employee Fair Share Fee Law, relieving certain employee organizations of certain duties and obligations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1244/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1244","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":341174,"bill_number":"SB1253","title":"Amending the act of June 2, 1959 (P.L.454, No.86), entitled \"An act permitting the recording of leases, subleases and agreements to lease or sublease; permitting the recording of memoranda thereof; prescribing the minimum contents of such memoranda; prescribing the effect of recording such instruments, including provisions thereof for the purchase of or refusal on the demised premises; and specifying that the recording of such a memorandum shall be a sufficient recording of the full lease, sublease, or agreement in connection with the assignment or mortgaging of the lessee's interest therein,\" providing for requirement for certain leases and imposing a duty of certain lessees relating to the recording of mortgages.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1959 (P.L.454, No.86), entitled \"An act permitting the recording of leases, subleases and agreements to lease or sublease; permitting the recording of memoranda thereof; prescribing the minimum contents of such memoranda; prescribing the effect of recording such instruments, including provisions thereof for the purchase of or refusal on the demised premises; and specifying that the recording of such a memorandum shall be a sufficient recording of the full lease, sublease, or agreement in connection with the assignment or mortgaging of the lessee's interest therein,\" providing for requirement for certain leases and imposing a duty of certain lessees relating to the recording of mortgages.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1253/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1253","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":341178,"bill_number":"SB1251","title":"Amending the act of July 20, 1979 (P.L.183, No.60), entitled \"An act regulating the terms and conditions of certain leases regarding natural gas and oil,\" providing for computation of oil and gas royalties; and further providing for well designations.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 20, 1979 (P.L.183, No.60), entitled \"An act regulating the terms and conditions of certain leases regarding natural gas and oil,\" providing for computation of oil and gas royalties; and further providing for well designations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1251/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1251","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":341185,"bill_number":"SB1246","title":"Prohibiting employers from making employment conditional on certain labor organization status; and providing remedies and penalties.","description":"An Act prohibiting employers from making employment conditional on certain labor organization status; and providing remedies and penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1246/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1246","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":341193,"bill_number":"HR393","title":"Designating the week of September 11 through 17, 2011, as \"Nephrology Nurses Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of September 11 through 17, 2011, as \"Nephrology Nurses Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR393/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=393","sponsor":"Gene DiGirolamo"},
{"bill_id":341194,"bill_number":"HB1857","title":"In general provisions relating to indebtedness and borrowing, further providing for home rule; in assessments of persons and property, providing for tax rates relating to cities and counties of the first class; and in consolidated county assessment, further providing for exemptions from taxation, for notices, appeals and certification of values and for appeals to court and providing for grantees of real property to register deed with chief assessor.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to indebtedness and borrowing, further providing for home rule; in assessments of persons and property, providing for tax rates relating to cities and counties of the first class; and in consolidated county assessment, further providing for exemptions from taxation, for notices, appeals and certification of values and for appeals to court and providing for grantees of real property to register deed with chief assessor.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 160","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1857/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1857","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":341195,"bill_number":"SR176","title":"Congratulating the Duquesne University School of Law on the 100th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Duquesne University School of Law on the 100th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR176/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=176","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":341196,"bill_number":"SB1218","title":"Providing for the establishment, implementation and administration of a program for the return of prescription drugs; and imposing additional powers and duties on the State Board of Pharmacy, the Department of Health and the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment, implementation and administration of a program for the return of prescription drugs; and imposing additional powers and duties on the State Board of Pharmacy, the Department of Health and the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1218/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1218","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":341197,"bill_number":"SR177","title":"Recognizing the week of September 19 through 25, 2011, as \"Polycystic Kidney Disease Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging public awareness and understanding of polycystic kidney disease and the impact the disease has on patients.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of September 19 through 25, 2011, as \"Polycystic Kidney Disease Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging public awareness and understanding of polycystic kidney disease and the impact the disease has on patients.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR177/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=177","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":341198,"bill_number":"HB1859","title":"Providing for second-hand smoke protection for children.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for second-hand smoke protection for children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-22","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-09-22","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1859/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1859","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":341201,"bill_number":"HR394","title":"Designating October 6, 2011, as \"Demi Brae Cuccia Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 6, 2011, as \"Demi Brae Cuccia Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR394/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=394","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":341202,"bill_number":"HB1856","title":"Providing for the establishment of the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund Program; imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; establishing the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund; providing for contracts eligible for guarantee and for participation by disadvantaged businesses; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment of the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund Program; imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; establishing the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund; providing for contracts eligible for guarantee and for participation by disadvantaged businesses; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-22","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-09-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1856/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1856","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":341203,"bill_number":"SB1248","title":"Establishing the State Apprenticeship and Training Commission; transferring functions of the State Apprenticeship and Training Council; providing for an Executive Director of Apprenticeship and Training and for subjects of transfer; and making repeals.","description":"An Act establishing the State Apprenticeship and Training Commission; transferring functions of the State Apprenticeship and Training Council; providing for an Executive Director of Apprenticeship and Training and for subjects of transfer; and making repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1248/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1248","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":341204,"bill_number":"SB1207","title":"Further providing for county bureau to collect taxes, for system of accounting and distribution, for reimbursement of county and charges and for agent of taxing districts and lien certificates.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 7, 1947 (P.L.1368, No.542), known as the Real Estate Tax Sale Law, further providing for county bureau to collect taxes, for system of accounting and distribution, for reimbursement of county and charges and for agent of taxing districts and lien certificates.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1207/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1207","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":341205,"bill_number":"HR395","title":"Honoring and commending the 2011 Northern (York County) High School baseball team for winning the 2011 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Class AAA State Baseball Championship on June 17, 2011, in State College.","description":"A Resolution honoring and commending the 2011 Northern (York County) High School baseball team for winning the 2011 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Class AAA State Baseball Championship on June 17, 2011, in State College.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR395/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=395","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":341209,"bill_number":"HB1861","title":"Further providing for exceptions to governmental immunity.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for exceptions to governmental immunity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-22","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-09-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1861/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1861","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":341211,"bill_number":"HB1842","title":"Further providing for concealing death of child.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for concealing death of child.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1842/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1842","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":341212,"bill_number":"HB1858","title":"Further providing for the criminal activity of concealing the death of a child.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the criminal activity of concealing the death of a child.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-22","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-09-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1858/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1858","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":341213,"bill_number":"SB1208","title":"Changing the date from which, and the rate of which, interest is charged on certain delinquent taxes and other municipal claims; providing for the duties of third-party collectors and for adoption of ordinance for the exclusive collection of taxes; further providing for locality index; modernizing the law relating to collection of such taxes and claims; and providing for severability.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 16, 1923 (P.L.207, No.153), referred to as the Municipal Claim and Tax Lien Law, changing the date from which, and the rate of which, interest is charged on certain delinquent taxes and other municipal claims; providing for the duties of third-party collectors and for adoption of ordinance for the exclusive collection of taxes; further providing for locality index; modernizing the law relating to collection of such taxes and claims; and providing for severability.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1208/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1208","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":341224,"bill_number":"SR179","title":"Supporting the goals and ideals of Peace Day, which is being observed on September 21, 2011, throughout the world.","description":"A Resolution supporting the goals and ideals of Peace Day, which is being observed on September 21, 2011, throughout the world.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR179/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=179","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":341228,"bill_number":"SR178","title":"Recognizing September 2011 as \"Hunger Action Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 2011 as \"Hunger Action Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR178/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=178","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":341237,"bill_number":"SR175","title":"Recognizing and honoring the life and service of Freemansburg Police Officer Robert A. Lasso and paying tribute to his sacrifice in the line of duty.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring the life and service of Freemansburg Police Officer Robert A. Lasso and paying tribute to his sacrifice in the line of duty.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR175/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=175","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":341247,"bill_number":"SR183","title":"Recognizing September 24, 2011, as \"National Hunting and Fishing Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 24, 2011, as \"National Hunting and Fishing Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR183/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=183","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":341248,"bill_number":"SR181","title":"Designating the week of September 19, 2011, as \"Animal Disaster Preparedness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of September 19, 2011, as \"Animal Disaster Preparedness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR181/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=181","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":341254,"bill_number":"SR184","title":"Recognizing the week of September 25 through October 1, 2011, as the George E. Thorne Development Center's sixth annual \"Praise is the Cure Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of September 25 through October 1, 2011, as the George E. Thorne Development Center's sixth annual \"Praise is the Cure Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR184/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=184","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":341258,"bill_number":"SR180","title":"Recognizing the month of September 2011 as \"Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania, and commending the Buoniconti Fund for its ongoing support of research to find a cure for spinal cord injury paralysis.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2011 as \"Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania, and commending the Buoniconti Fund for its ongoing support of research to find a cure for spinal cord injury paralysis.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR180/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=180","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":341265,"bill_number":"SR182","title":"Observing the week of September 17 through 23, 2011, as \"Constitution Week\" in Pennsylvania, and commending the National Pike Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution for its patriotic support of this observance in our Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution observing the week of September 17 through 23, 2011, as \"Constitution Week\" in Pennsylvania, and commending the National Pike Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution for its patriotic support of this observance in our Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-20","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR182/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=182","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":341281,"bill_number":"HB1765","title":"Providing for a tax credit for adoption of dog or cat.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a tax credit for adoption of dog or cat.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1765/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1765","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":341311,"bill_number":"SB1257","title":"Further providing for revolving loan program accounts; repealing First Industries Program and Second Stage Loan Program; providing for the Liberty Financing Authority; imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; providing for First Industries Program, for Second Stage Loan Program and for transfer from Commonwealth Financing Authority to Liberty Financing Authority for First Industries Program and Second Stage Program; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Titles 12 (Commerce and Trade) and 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for revolving loan program accounts; repealing First Industries Program and Second Stage Loan Program; providing for the Liberty Financing Authority; imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; providing for First Industries Program, for Second Stage Loan Program and for transfer from Commonwealth Financing Authority to Liberty Financing Authority for First Industries Program and Second Stage Program; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-21","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1257/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1257","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":341313,"bill_number":"HB1834","title":"In taxation and fiscal affairs, providing for an oil company gross profits tax; in sustainable mobility options, further providing for Public Transportation Trust Fund, for application and approval process and for asset improvement program; providing for imposition and allocation of surcharges, for minimum qualifications for governing board members, for best practices for transit-oriented development and for Legislative Budget and Finance Committee reviews; in transportation, providing for public-private transportation partnership; establishing the Public-Private Transportation Account and the Public-Private Transportation Partnership Board; in vehicles, further providing for various vehicle fees and for the imposition of the oil company franchise tax for highway maintenance and construction; providing for an annual adjustment to fees; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Titles 72 (Taxation and Fiscal Affairs), 74 (Transportation) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in taxation and fiscal affairs, providing for an oil company gross profits tax; in sustainable mobility options, further providing for Public Transportation Trust Fund, for application and approval process and for asset improvement program; providing for imposition and allocation of surcharges, for minimum qualifications for governing board members, for best practices for transit-oriented development and for Legislative Budget and Finance Committee reviews; in transportation, providing for public-private transportation partnership; establishing the Public-Private Transportation Account and the Public-Private Transportation Partnership Board; in vehicles, further providing for various vehicle fees and for the imposition of the oil company franchise tax for highway maintenance and construction; providing for an annual adjustment to fees; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1834/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1834","sponsor":"Dwight Evans"},
{"bill_id":341321,"bill_number":"HR398","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Crime Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Crime Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Adopted (194-1)","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR398/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=398","sponsor":"Rosemary Brown"},
{"bill_id":341323,"bill_number":"HR397","title":"Recognizing the month of October 2011 as \"Domestic Violence Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of October 2011 as \"Domestic Violence Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Adopted (194-1)","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR397/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=397","sponsor":"Rosemary Brown"},
{"bill_id":341324,"bill_number":"HR396","title":"Congratulating Weaver Bologna of Lebanon on its 125th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution congratulating Weaver Bologna of Lebanon on its 125th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR396/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=396","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":341373,"bill_number":"HB1867","title":"Further providing for shared shops and salons.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 3, 1933 (P.L.242, No.86), referred to as the Cosmetology Law, further providing for shared shops and salons.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1867/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1867","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":341375,"bill_number":"HB1865","title":"Providing for an unconventional well impact fee; establishing the Marcellus Shale Impact Fund and the Marcellus Shale Roadway Repair Account; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for an unconventional well impact fee; establishing the Marcellus Shale Impact Fund and the Marcellus Shale Roadway Repair Account; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1865/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1865","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":341384,"bill_number":"HB1868","title":"Further providing for eligibility for examination and for limited licenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 3, 1933 (P.L.242, No.86), referred to as the Cosmetology Law, further providing for eligibility for examination and for limited licenses.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 161","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1868/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1868","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":341387,"bill_number":"HB1862","title":"Designating a bridge carrying State Route 607 over Freeman Run in the Borough of Austin, Potter County, as the Captain Edgar E. Nuschke Memorial Bridge; and designating a bridge carrying State Route 872 at Section 110 Offset 0960 over the East Fork of Sinnemahoning Creek in Wharton Township, Potter County, as the Private First Class Edward Ritsick Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge carrying State Route 607 over Freeman Run in the Borough of Austin, Potter County, as the Captain Edgar E. Nuschke Memorial Bridge; and designating a bridge carrying State Route 872 at Section 110 Offset 0960 over the East Fork of Sinnemahoning Creek in Wharton Township, Potter County, as the Private First Class Edward Ritsick Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Act No. 48","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1862/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1862","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":341391,"bill_number":"HB1864","title":"In inheritance tax, further providing for transfers not subject to tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in inheritance tax, further providing for transfers not subject to tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1864/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1864","sponsor":"Stephen Bloom"},
{"bill_id":341395,"bill_number":"HB1866","title":"Establishing the State Disaster Assistance Loan Program; providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency; establishing the State Disaster Assistance Loan Fund; providing for funding for the State Disaster Assistance Loan Program; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the State Disaster Assistance Loan Program; providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency and the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency; establishing the State Disaster Assistance Loan Fund; providing for funding for the State Disaster Assistance Loan Program; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1866/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1866","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":341406,"bill_number":"HR401","title":"Designating the month of September 2011 as \"Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2011 as \"Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR401/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=401","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":341420,"bill_number":"HR402","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Stevens Johnson Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Stevens Johnson Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR402/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=402","sponsor":"Kurt Masser"},
{"bill_id":341429,"bill_number":"HR400","title":"Memorializing the 100th anniversary of the Austin Flood that occurred on September 30, 1911, in Austin, Potter County, Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the 100th anniversary of the Austin Flood that occurred on September 30, 1911, in Austin, Potter County, Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR400/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=400","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":341431,"bill_number":"HR399","title":"Recognizing September 21, 2011, as \"International Day of Peace\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 21, 2011, as \"International Day of Peace\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR399/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=399","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":341434,"bill_number":"HR403","title":"Designating the month of September 2011 as \"Emergency Preparedness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2011 as \"Emergency Preparedness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR403/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=403","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":341435,"bill_number":"HB1871","title":"Amending the act of June 25, 1931 (P.L.1352, No.332), referred to as the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Compact, providing for veto power by the Governor over certain actions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 25, 1931 (P.L.1352, No.332), referred to as the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Compact, providing for veto power by the Governor over certain actions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1871/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1871","sponsor":"Joseph Emrick"},
{"bill_id":341438,"bill_number":"HR404","title":"Designating the month of September 2011 as \"Prostate Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2011 as \"Prostate Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR404/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=404","sponsor":"Josh Shapiro"},
{"bill_id":341439,"bill_number":"HB1869","title":"In registration of vehicles, providing for a special license plate for female veterans.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, providing for a special license plate for female veterans.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1869/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1869","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":341441,"bill_number":"HR405","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Disability Employment Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Disability Employment Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR405/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=405","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":341443,"bill_number":"HB1870","title":"Imposing a natural gas well operational fee; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Revenue and the Department of Community and Economic Development; and establishing the Marcellus Revenue Sharing Account and the Local Government Services Account.","description":"An Act imposing a natural gas well operational fee; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Revenue and the Department of Community and Economic Development; and establishing the Marcellus Revenue Sharing Account and the Local Government Services Account.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1870/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1870","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":341445,"bill_number":"HB1873","title":"Amending the act of June 25, 1931 (P.L.1352, No.332), referred to as the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Compact, providing for audits.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 25, 1931 (P.L.1352, No.332), referred to as the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Compact, providing for audits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1873/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1873","sponsor":"Joseph Emrick"},
{"bill_id":341446,"bill_number":"HR406","title":"Recognizing September 24, 2011, as \"National Hunting and Fishing Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 24, 2011, as \"National Hunting and Fishing Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR406/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=406","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":341449,"bill_number":"HB1872","title":"A Supplement to the act of June 25, 1931 (P.L.1352, No.332), referred to as the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Compact, providing the Governor of each state with power to ratify or veto certain actions taken by commissioners.","description":"A Supplement to the act of June 25, 1931 (P.L.1352, No.332), referred to as the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Compact, providing the Governor of each state with power to ratify or veto certain actions taken by commissioners.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1872/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1872","sponsor":"Joseph Emrick"},
{"bill_id":341488,"bill_number":"HR408","title":"Commemorating the 300th anniversary of the birth of Henry Melchior Muhlenberg.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 300th anniversary of the birth of Henry Melchior Muhlenberg.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR408/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=408","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":341490,"bill_number":"HR412","title":"Recognizing the month of September 2011 as \"Senior Center Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2011 as \"Senior Center Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Adopted (194-1)","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR412/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=412","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":341491,"bill_number":"HB1874","title":"Providing for hospital patient protection.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, providing for hospital patient protection.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1874/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1874","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":341492,"bill_number":"HR410","title":"Commending the heroic efforts of private and public organizations and individual responders in the wake of flooding caused throughout Pennsylvania by Tropical Storm Lee, and praising the leadership of Governor Tom Corbett.","description":"A Resolution commending the heroic efforts of private and public organizations and individual responders in the wake of flooding caused throughout Pennsylvania by Tropical Storm Lee, and praising the leadership of Governor Tom Corbett.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Adopted (194-1)","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR410/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=410","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":341493,"bill_number":"HR411","title":"Urging support of agencies dedicated to suicide prevention.","description":"A Resolution urging support of agencies dedicated to suicide prevention.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR411/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=411","sponsor":"Gene DiGirolamo"},
{"bill_id":341495,"bill_number":"HB1876","title":"Providing for failure to report sexual offenses against children.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for failure to report sexual offenses against children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1876/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1876","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":341498,"bill_number":"HR409","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"Sarcoidosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"Sarcoidosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR409/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=409","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":341502,"bill_number":"HR407","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the Patient Safety Authority relating to its impact on the reduction of medical errors and promotion of patient safety.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the Patient Safety Authority relating to its impact on the reduction of medical errors and promotion of patient safety.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR407/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=407","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":341505,"bill_number":"SR185","title":"Recognizing September 2011 as \"Prostate Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and acknowledging the importance of raising public awareness of the threat and causes of prostate cancer.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 2011 as \"Prostate Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and acknowledging the importance of raising public awareness of the threat and causes of prostate cancer.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR185/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=185","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":341547,"bill_number":"HB1877","title":"Further providing for county bureau to collect taxes, for system of accounting and distribution, for reimbursement of county and charges and for agent of taxing districts and lien certificates.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 7, 1947 (P.L.1368, No.542), known as the Real Estate Tax Sale Law, further providing for county bureau to collect taxes, for system of accounting and distribution, for reimbursement of county and charges and for agent of taxing districts and lien certificates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1877/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1877","sponsor":"George Dunbar"},
{"bill_id":341550,"bill_number":"HR415","title":"Commemorating the 237th anniversary of the founding of the First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry, also known as the \"First City Troop.\"","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 237th anniversary of the founding of the First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry, also known as the \"First City Troop.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR415/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=415","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":341553,"bill_number":"HR413","title":"A Concurrent Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to establish a bipartisan legislative task force and an advisory committee to conduct a study of capital punishment in Pennsylvania and to report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to establish a bipartisan legislative task force and an advisory committee to conduct a study of capital punishment in Pennsylvania and to report its findings and recommendations to the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR413/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=413","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":341558,"bill_number":"SR186","title":"Recognizing the month of October 2011 as \"Breast Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of October 2011 as \"Breast Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR186/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=186","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":341563,"bill_number":"HB1875","title":"Designating the bridge that carries State Route 462 over the Norfolk Southern rail line in the Borough of Mountville, Lancaster County, as the Mountville Veterans Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge that carries State Route 462 over the Norfolk Southern rail line in the Borough of Mountville, Lancaster County, as the Mountville Veterans Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-15","last_action":"Act No. 109","last_action_date":"2011-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1875/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1875","sponsor":"Ryan Aument"},
{"bill_id":341567,"bill_number":"SR187","title":"Recognizing the week of October 17 through 21, 2011, as \"National Business Women's Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of October 17 through 21, 2011, as \"National Business Women's Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-26","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR187/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=187","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":341573,"bill_number":"HR414","title":"Directing the Joint State Government Commission to establish an advisory committee to study the issues relating to juveniles with life sentences.","description":"A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to establish an advisory committee to study the issues relating to juveniles with life sentences.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR414/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=414","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":341576,"bill_number":"HB1878","title":"Further providing for removal of vehicle by or at direction of police.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for removal of vehicle by or at direction of police.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1878/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1878","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":341579,"bill_number":"HR416","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"Hydrocephalus Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"Hydrocephalus Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR416/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=416","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":341581,"bill_number":"SR188","title":"Designating the month of September 2011 as \"Childhood Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania, honoring those young people who have lost their lives to childhood cancer, expressing gratitude to the doctors and nurses who provide special care to patients and families affected by childhood cancer, and encouraging all citizens to join the fight against childhood cancer in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2011 as \"Childhood Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania, honoring those young people who have lost their lives to childhood cancer, expressing gratitude to the doctors and nurses who provide special care to patients and families affected by childhood cancer, and encouraging all citizens to join the fight against childhood cancer in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR188/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=188","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":341587,"bill_number":"HR418","title":"Honoring female veterans who heroically served our country as members of the armed forces.","description":"A Resolution honoring female veterans who heroically served our country as members of the armed forces.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR418/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=418","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":341589,"bill_number":"HR417","title":"Recognizing September 2011 as \"Hunger Action Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 2011 as \"Hunger Action Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR417/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=417","sponsor":"John Myers"},
{"bill_id":341631,"bill_number":"HB1880","title":"Providing for professional nurse staffing standards.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, providing for professional nurse staffing standards.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-29","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-09-29","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1880/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1880","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":341632,"bill_number":"SR189","title":"Congratulating the REALTORS Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh (RAMP) on the 100th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the REALTORS Association of Metropolitan Pittsburgh (RAMP) on the 100th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR189/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=189","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":341635,"bill_number":"SB1264","title":"Establishing the Supplemental Individual Assistance Program; and making an appropriation to the Governor for grants to individuals suffering losses because of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee and for payment of the Commonwealth's share to secure individual assistance from the Federal Government.","description":"An Act establishing the Supplemental Individual Assistance Program; and making an appropriation to the Governor for grants to individuals suffering losses because of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee and for payment of the Commonwealth's share to secure individual assistance from the Federal Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-11-18","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1264/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1264","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":341637,"bill_number":"SR194","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Polish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Polish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR194/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=194","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":341643,"bill_number":"HR423","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study existing State aid funding formulas.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study existing State aid funding formulas.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-09-29","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR423/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=423","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":341645,"bill_number":"HR419","title":"Designating the week of November 13, 2011, as \"American Education Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of November 13, 2011, as \"American Education Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-02","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR419/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=419","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":341656,"bill_number":"SR191","title":"Designating the month of September 2011 as \"College Savings Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2011 as \"College Savings Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR191/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=191","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":341658,"bill_number":"SR192","title":"Designating October 15, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Wine Day.\"","description":"A Resolution designating October 15, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Wine Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR192/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=192","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":341660,"bill_number":"SR190","title":"Designating October 2011 as \"National Physical Therapy Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 2011 as \"National Physical Therapy Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR190/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=190","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":341665,"bill_number":"HR420","title":"Recognizing the week of November 13, 2011, as \"Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of November 13, 2011, as \"Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-02","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR420/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=420","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":341666,"bill_number":"SB1266","title":"Implementing the provisions of clause (1) of subsection (a) of section 7 of Article VIII of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania authorizing the incurring of debt for the rehabilitation of areas affected by Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee; imposing duties upon the Governor, the Auditor General and the State Treasurer; prescribing the procedures for the issuance, sale and payment of general obligations bonds, the funding of debt and refunding of bonds; exempting said bonds from State and local taxation; creating certain funds; providing for allocation of proceeds; and making appropriations.","description":"An Act implementing the provisions of clause (1) of subsection (a) of section 7 of Article VIII of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania authorizing the incurring of debt for the rehabilitation of areas affected by Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee; imposing duties upon the Governor, the Auditor General and the State Treasurer; prescribing the procedures for the issuance, sale and payment of general obligations bonds, the funding of debt and refunding of bonds; exempting said bonds from State and local taxation; creating certain funds; providing for allocation of proceeds; and making appropriations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-18","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1266/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1266","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":341668,"bill_number":"SR196","title":"Designating October 2, 2011, as \"Pulaski Memorial Day\" in Pennsylvania commemorating the 232nd anniversary of his death in 1779.","description":"A Resolution designating October 2, 2011, as \"Pulaski Memorial Day\" in Pennsylvania commemorating the 232nd anniversary of his death in 1779.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR196/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=196","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":341669,"bill_number":"SR193","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Domestic Violence Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Domestic Violence Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR193/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=193","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":341671,"bill_number":"SR195","title":"Commending the Chiropractic Fellowship of Pennsylvania for its educational efforts, and recognizing the month of September 2011, as \"Vertebral Subluxation Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commending the Chiropractic Fellowship of Pennsylvania for its educational efforts, and recognizing the month of September 2011, as \"Vertebral Subluxation Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR195/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=195","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":341672,"bill_number":"HR421","title":"Designating October 10, 2011, as \"Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 10, 2011, as \"Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR421/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=421","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":341673,"bill_number":"HR422","title":"Honoring Marine Sergeant Christopher M. Wrinkle of York County, who was killed in Afghanistan on July 31, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring Marine Sergeant Christopher M. Wrinkle of York County, who was killed in Afghanistan on July 31, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR422/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=422","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":341679,"bill_number":"SB1267","title":"Authorizing abatement of real estate taxes because of destruction or damage of property by Hurricane Irene or Tropical Storm Lee, or the refund of the amount of such taxes by certain political subdivisions; and authorizing assessment of properties retroactive to August 1, 2011, and a limited moratorium on the increase of certain real estate taxes.","description":"An Act authorizing abatement of real estate taxes because of destruction or damage of property by Hurricane Irene or Tropical Storm Lee, or the refund of the amount of such taxes by certain political subdivisions; and authorizing assessment of properties retroactive to August 1, 2011, and a limited moratorium on the increase of certain real estate taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1267/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1267","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":341680,"bill_number":"SB1275","title":"In criminal homicide, further providing for the offense of involuntary manslaughter.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in criminal homicide, further providing for the offense of involuntary manslaughter.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1275/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1275","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":341681,"bill_number":"HB1882","title":"Providing for the Cell Tower and Antenna Siting on Commonwealth Property Act; and imposing duties on the Office of Administration.","description":"An Act providing for the Cell Tower and Antenna Siting on Commonwealth Property Act; and imposing duties on the Office of Administration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-29","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-09-29","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1882/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1882","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":341683,"bill_number":"HB1884","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to release, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the West Rockhill - Sellersville Joint Recreation Authority, Bucks County; authorizing the conveyance of an easement and the release of Project 70 restrictions imposed on a portion of land owned by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, in return for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on certain land being conveyed to the commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, and other terms and conditions; authorizing the sale and transfer of title for Project 70 lands owned by Erie County to Springfield Township, Erie County; authorizing Westmoreland County to convey and transfer a fee interest in certain Project 70 land in Unity Township free of Project 70 restrictions in return for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on other land in Unity Township to be acquired by Westmoreland County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the Governor, to grant and convey to QRS Realty Corp. certain lands and building situate in the City of Erie, Erie County; and approving the release of Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the Borough of Downingtown, Chester County, in return for the development of public park improvements within Kardon Park within the Borough of Downingtown and East Caln Township, Chester County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to release, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the West Rockhill - Sellersville Joint Recreation Authority, Bucks County; authorizing the conveyance of an easement and the release of Project 70 restrictions imposed on a portion of land owned by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, in return for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on certain land being conveyed to the commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, and other terms and conditions; authorizing the sale and transfer of title for Project 70 lands owned by Erie County to Springfield Township, Erie County; authorizing Westmoreland County to convey and transfer a fee interest in certain Project 70 land in Unity Township free of Project 70 restrictions in return for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on other land in Unity Township to be acquired by Westmoreland County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the Governor, to grant and convey to QRS Realty Corp. certain lands and building situate in the City of Erie, Erie County; and approving the release of Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the Borough of Downingtown, Chester County, in return for the development of public park improvements within Kardon Park within the Borough of Downingtown and East Caln Township, Chester County.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 162","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1884/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1884","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":341687,"bill_number":"HB1881","title":"Providing for return to work.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1974 (P.L.34, No.15), known as the Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement Law, providing for return to work.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1881/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1881","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":341688,"bill_number":"SB1274","title":"Providing for elections in the event of catastrophic loss.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, providing for elections in the event of catastrophic loss.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1274/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1274","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":341690,"bill_number":"SR198","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Parent Involvement Recognition Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Parent Involvement Recognition Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR198/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=198","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":341691,"bill_number":"SR199","title":"Recognizing October 2011 as \"The Great Hunger Remembrance Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing October 2011 as \"The Great Hunger Remembrance Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR199/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=199","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":341692,"bill_number":"HB1883","title":"Providing for a tax credit for donated dental services.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a tax credit for donated dental services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-29","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-09-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1883/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1883","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":341697,"bill_number":"SR197","title":"Designating September 29, 2011, as \"First Responder Appreciation Day.\"","description":"A Resolution designating September 29, 2011, as \"First Responder Appreciation Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR197/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=197","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":341698,"bill_number":"SR200","title":"Recognizing the week of November 6 through 12, 2011, as \"National Radiologic Technology Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of November 6 through 12, 2011, as \"National Radiologic Technology Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR200/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=200","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":341699,"bill_number":"SB1260","title":"In primary and election expenses, further providing for definitions, for organization of political committees, for registration and for reporting; in primary and election expenses, providing for limitations on contributions; in primary and election expenses, further providing for late filing fees and certificates of filing, for contributions or expenditures by national banks, corporations or unincorporated associations and for reports by business entities and publication; in primary and election expenses, providing for independent expenditures; and providing for corporate political accountability.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in primary and election expenses, further providing for definitions, for organization of political committees, for registration and for reporting; in primary and election expenses, providing for limitations on contributions; in primary and election expenses, further providing for late filing fees and certificates of filing, for contributions or expenditures by national banks, corporations or unincorporated associations and for reports by business entities and publication; in primary and election expenses, providing for independent expenditures; and providing for corporate political accountability.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1260/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1260","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":341701,"bill_number":"HB1885","title":"Providing for narcotic treatment programs.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.221, No.63), known as the Pennsylvania Drug and Alcohol Abuse Control Act, providing for narcotic treatment programs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-09-29","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-09-29","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1885/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1885","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":341702,"bill_number":"SB1263","title":"In general provisions, further providing for method of payment; in Department of Revenue, further providing for transmission of moneys; in Treasury Department, further providing for replacement checks; in State Treasury disbursements, providing for settlement agreements and enforcement actions; in capital facilities debt, further providing for definitions, for Neighborhood Improvement Zone Fund, for Keystone Opportunity Zone and for Commonwealth pledges; in financially distressed municipalities, further providing for administrative oversight; in oil and gas wells, providing for conventional gas well bonding and for oil and gas operations in the South Newark Basin; in Keystone Special Development Zones, further providing for definitions; in tax credits, repealing provisions relating to the Department of Education, the Department of Revenue and the Department of Community and Economic Development; in permit extensions, further providing for definitions; in special funds, further providing for funding; in general budget implementation, further providing for Auditor General, for Department of Labor and Industry and for Department of Public Welfare; providing for 2012-2013 budget implementation; providing for 2012-2013 appropriations restrictions; in audits, further providing for audits of Race Horse Development Funds; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in general provisions, further providing for method of payment; in Department of Revenue, further providing for transmission of moneys; in Treasury Department, further providing for replacement checks; in State Treasury disbursements, providing for settlement agreements and enforcement actions; in capital facilities debt, further providing for definitions, for Neighborhood Improvement Zone Fund, for Keystone Opportunity Zone and for Commonwealth pledges; in financially distressed municipalities, further providing for administrative oversight; in oil and gas wells, providing for conventional gas well bonding and for oil and gas operations in the South Newark Basin; in Keystone Special Development Zones, further providing for definitions; in tax credits, repealing provisions relating to the Department of Education, the Department of Revenue and the Department of Community and Economic Development; in permit extensions, further providing for definitions; in special funds, further providing for funding; in general budget implementation, further providing for Auditor General, for Department of Labor and Industry and for Department of Public Welfare; providing for 2012-2013 budget implementation; providing for 2012-2013 appropriations restrictions; in audits, further providing for audits of Race Horse Development Funds; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Act No. 87","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1263/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1263","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":341705,"bill_number":"SB1259","title":"In school finances, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school finances, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1259/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1259","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":341706,"bill_number":"SB1262","title":"Further providing for definitions, for driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substance, for penalties, for ignition interlock, for accelerated rehabilitative disposition, for illegally operating a motor vehicle not equipped with ignition interlock and for drug and alcohol assessments; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substance, for penalties, for ignition interlock, for accelerated rehabilitative disposition, for illegally operating a motor vehicle not equipped with ignition interlock and for drug and alcohol assessments; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1262/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1262","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":341709,"bill_number":"SB1261","title":"In municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal authorities, further providing for purposes and powers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Re-reported as committed","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1261/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1261","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":341710,"bill_number":"SB1258","title":"Amending the act of June 12, 1931 (P.L.575, No.200), entitled \"An act providing for joint action by Pennsylvania and New Jersey in the development of the ports on the lower Delaware River, and the improvement of the facilities for transportation across the river; authorizing the Governor, for these purposes, to enter into an agreement with New Jersey; creating The Delaware River Joint Commission and specifying the powers and duties thereof, including the power to finance projects by the issuance of revenue bonds; transferring to the new commission all the powers of the Delaware River Bridge Joint Commission; and making an appropriation,\" further providing for powers and duties of commission and for commission; providing for prohibitions, requirements and veto; and further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 12, 1931 (P.L.575, No.200), entitled \"An act providing for joint action by Pennsylvania and New Jersey in the development of the ports on the lower Delaware River, and the improvement of the facilities for transportation across the river; authorizing the Governor, for these purposes, to enter into an agreement with New Jersey; creating The Delaware River Joint Commission and specifying the powers and duties thereof, including the power to finance projects by the issuance of revenue bonds; transferring to the new commission all the powers of the Delaware River Bridge Joint Commission; and making an appropriation,\" further providing for powers and duties of commission and for commission; providing for prohibitions, requirements and veto; and further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-09-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1258/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1258","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":341712,"bill_number":"SB1276","title":"Further providing for classification of counties.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for classification of counties.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 132","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1276/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1276","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":341739,"bill_number":"SB1174","title":"Further providing for appointment of members of authority, for qualifications, tenure and compensation of members of authority and for organization of authority; and providing for whistleblower hotline, for requirements regarding tenants and landlords in cities of the first class and for reporting by authorities in cities of the first class.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, further providing for appointment of members of authority, for qualifications, tenure and compensation of members of authority and for organization of authority; and providing for whistleblower hotline, for requirements regarding tenants and landlords in cities of the first class and for reporting by authorities in cities of the first class.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 130","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1174/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1174","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":341741,"bill_number":"SB1265","title":"Providing for an angel investment tax credit.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for an angel investment tax credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-29","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1265/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1265","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":341749,"bill_number":"HB1886","title":"Designating the bridge carrying State Route 136 over the Monongahela River connecting Forward Township, Allegheny County, to the City of Monongahela, Washington County, as the General Carl E. Vuono Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge carrying State Route 136 over the Monongahela River connecting Forward Township, Allegheny County, to the City of Monongahela, Washington County, as the General Carl E. Vuono Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-03-14","last_action":"Act No. 20","last_action_date":"2012-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1886/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1886","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":341750,"bill_number":"HB1801","title":"Amending the act of March 4, 1970 (P.L.128, No.49), entitled \"An act granting to the Governor of the Commonwealth the sole authority for regulating the display of the flag of the United States from any public ground or building and from any ground or building of certain other institutions,\" further providing for the display of the official POW/MIA flag.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1970 (P.L.128, No.49), entitled \"An act granting to the Governor of the Commonwealth the sole authority for regulating the display of the flag of the United States from any public ground or building and from any ground or building of certain other institutions,\" further providing for the display of the official POW/MIA flag.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1801/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1801","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":341753,"bill_number":"HR424","title":"Urging the Senate of the United States to oppose the United Nations' arms trade treaty if it restricts the rights of Pennsylvania citizens under either the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution or Article I, Section 21 of the Pennsylvania Constitution.","description":"A Resolution urging the Senate of the United States to oppose the United Nations' arms trade treaty if it restricts the rights of Pennsylvania citizens under either the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution or Article I, Section 21 of the Pennsylvania Constitution.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR424/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=424","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":341764,"bill_number":"HB17","title":"Designating the Pickertown Road Bridge carrying Pickertown Road over the U.S. Route 202 Parkway in Warrington Township, Bucks County, as the Robert V. Cotton Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the Pickertown Road Bridge carrying Pickertown Road over the U.S. Route 202 Parkway in Warrington Township, Bucks County, as the Robert V. Cotton Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 89","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB17/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=17","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":341765,"bill_number":"HB1890","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Centre County Industrial Development Corporation certain lands situate in Benner Township, Centre County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Centre County Industrial Development Corporation certain lands situate in Benner Township, Centre County.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1890/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1890","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":341772,"bill_number":"HB1888","title":"Providing for cranial hair vacuum prosthesis coverage standards for health insurance policies.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for cranial hair vacuum prosthesis coverage standards for health insurance policies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1888/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1888","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":341778,"bill_number":"HB13","title":"Further providing for local ordinances.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for local ordinances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB13/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=13","sponsor":"Scott Hutchinson"},
{"bill_id":341782,"bill_number":"HR427","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR427/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=427","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":341787,"bill_number":"HB14","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"maintaining a place of business in this Commonwealth\" and for the collection of tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for the definition of \"maintaining a place of business in this Commonwealth\" and for the collection of tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB14/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=14","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":341789,"bill_number":"HB16","title":"In casualty insurance, providing for living wills and advance directives discount.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in casualty insurance, providing for living wills and advance directives discount.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB16/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=16","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":341795,"bill_number":"HR425","title":"Designating Tuesday, October 4, 2011, as \"Music Education Advocacy Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating Tuesday, October 4, 2011, as \"Music Education Advocacy Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Adopted (201-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR425/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=425","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":341801,"bill_number":"SB1282","title":"In nomination of candidates, further providing for presidential electors, selection by nominees, certification and vacancies; in ballots, further providing for form of official election ballot; in electronic voting systems, further providing for requirements of electronic voting systems and for election day procedures and the process of voting; in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for method of marking ballots and depositing same in districts in which ballots are used, for instructions of voters and manner of voting in districts in which voting machines are used and for what ballots shall be counted, manner of counting and defective ballots; and in electoral college, further providing for election of presidential electors, for meeting of electors and duties and for filling of vacancies existing in presidential electors.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in nomination of candidates, further providing for presidential electors, selection by nominees, certification and vacancies; in ballots, further providing for form of official election ballot; in electronic voting systems, further providing for requirements of electronic voting systems and for election day procedures and the process of voting; in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for method of marking ballots and depositing same in districts in which ballots are used, for instructions of voters and manner of voting in districts in which voting machines are used and for what ballots shall be counted, manner of counting and defective ballots; and in electoral college, further providing for election of presidential electors, for meeting of electors and duties and for filling of vacancies existing in presidential electors.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-09-30","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-09-30","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1282/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1282","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":341803,"bill_number":"HR426","title":"Congratulating graduates of the Pennsylvania Empowered Expert Residents Program and recognizing October 5, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Empowered Expert Residents Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution congratulating graduates of the Pennsylvania Empowered Expert Residents Program and recognizing October 5, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Empowered Expert Residents Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR426/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=426","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":341804,"bill_number":"HB1889","title":"Providing for vehicle storage facilities and for vehicle towing and booting; and imposing duties on the Department of Transportation.","description":"An Act amending Title 63 (Professions and Occupations (State Licensed)) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for vehicle storage facilities and for vehicle towing and booting; and imposing duties on the Department of Transportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1889/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1889","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":341806,"bill_number":"HB1860","title":"Further providing for use of force in self-protection.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for use of force in self-protection.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1860/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1860","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":341811,"bill_number":"HB2006","title":"Further providing for investigations and enforcement.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for investigations and enforcement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2006/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2006","sponsor":"Michael Vereb"},
{"bill_id":341812,"bill_number":"HB2004","title":"Further providing for qualifications and restrictions of Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board members.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for qualifications and restrictions of Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board members.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-19","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-21","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2004/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2004","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":341813,"bill_number":"HB2013","title":"In gaming, further providing for general and specific powers of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in gaming, further providing for general and specific powers of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2013/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2013","sponsor":"Michael Vereb"},
{"bill_id":341814,"bill_number":"HB2014","title":"In gaming, further providing for general and specific powers of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in gaming, further providing for general and specific powers of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2014/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2014","sponsor":"George Dunbar"},
{"bill_id":341815,"bill_number":"HB2007","title":"Further providing for reports of Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for reports of Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2007/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2007","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":341816,"bill_number":"SB1279","title":"In fishing licenses, further providing for provisions relating to disabled veterans and former prisoners of war.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fishing licenses, further providing for provisions relating to disabled veterans and former prisoners of war.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1279/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1279","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":341817,"bill_number":"SB1280","title":"Providing for a temporary moratorium of court-ordered countywide reassessments and for reforms based upon study.","description":"An Act providing for a temporary moratorium of court-ordered countywide reassessments and for reforms based upon study.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1280/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1280","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":341818,"bill_number":"HR428","title":"Designating the week of October 16 through 22, 2011, as \"Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 16 through 22, 2011, as \"Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR428/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=428","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":341819,"bill_number":"HB2008","title":"Further providing for Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board established.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board established.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2008/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2008","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":341820,"bill_number":"HB19","title":"In contracts, further providing for general regulations concerning contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, in contracts, further providing for general regulations concerning contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB19/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=19","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":341821,"bill_number":"HB1887","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in general requirements, further providing for well permits, for well location restrictions, for well site restoration, for protection of fresh groundwater and casing requirements, for protection of water supplies, for well reporting requirements and for bonding; in miscellaneous provisions, further providing for penalties, for civil penalties and production of materials, witnesses, depositions and rights of entry and for third party liability; and providing for well control specialists.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in general requirements, further providing for well permits, for well location restrictions, for well site restoration, for protection of fresh groundwater and casing requirements, for protection of water supplies, for well reporting requirements and for bonding; in miscellaneous provisions, further providing for penalties, for civil penalties and production of materials, witnesses, depositions and rights of entry and for third party liability; and providing for well control specialists.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1887/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1887","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":341822,"bill_number":"HB2010","title":"Further providing for Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board established.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board established.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2010/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2010","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":341824,"bill_number":"HB2009","title":"In gaming, further providing for general and specific powers of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, for regulatory authority of Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board and for table game taxes.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in gaming, further providing for general and specific powers of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, for regulatory authority of Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board and for table game taxes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2009/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2009","sponsor":"John Lawrence"},
{"bill_id":341825,"bill_number":"HB2005","title":"In gaming, further providing for general and specific powers of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in gaming, further providing for general and specific powers of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2005/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2005","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":341826,"bill_number":"HB2012","title":"In gaming, further providing for licensing of principals and for financial and employment interests.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in gaming, further providing for licensing of principals and for financial and employment interests.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2012/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2012","sponsor":"Gary Day"},
{"bill_id":341827,"bill_number":"HB2002","title":"In administration and enforcement, providing for audit by Auditor General.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in administration and enforcement, providing for audit by Auditor General.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2002/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2002","sponsor":"Gary Day"},
{"bill_id":341828,"bill_number":"HR432","title":"Amending House Rule 10, further providing for debate.","description":"A Resolution amending House Rule 10, further providing for debate.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR432/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=432","sponsor":"William DeWeese"},
{"bill_id":341829,"bill_number":"HR430","title":"Designating October 2011 as \"Pennsylvania's Promise for Children Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 2011 as \"Pennsylvania's Promise for Children Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR430/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=430","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":341830,"bill_number":"HB21","title":"In contracts, further providing for letting contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, in contracts, further providing for letting contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB21/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=21","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":341831,"bill_number":"HB2011","title":"Further providing for Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board established.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board established.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-19","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-21","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2011/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2011","sponsor":"Gary Day"},
{"bill_id":341832,"bill_number":"HB2003","title":"In administration and enforcement, further providing for prohibited acts and penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in administration and enforcement, further providing for prohibited acts and penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2003/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2003","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":341833,"bill_number":"HR429","title":"Recognizing the week of October 16 through 22, 2011, as \"National Teen Driver Safety Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of October 16 through 22, 2011, as \"National Teen Driver Safety Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR429/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=429","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":341834,"bill_number":"HR431","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Pennsylvania Fire Prevention Month,\" observing the week of October 9 through 15, 2011, as \"National Fire Prevention Week,\" urging all Pennsylvanians to protect their homes and families by heeding the important safety activities and efforts of Pennsylvania's fire and emergency services and recognizing the efforts of all firefighters, fire service agencies and other first responders in preventing and combating fire dangers.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Pennsylvania Fire Prevention Month,\" observing the week of October 9 through 15, 2011, as \"National Fire Prevention Week,\" urging all Pennsylvanians to protect their homes and families by heeding the important safety activities and efforts of Pennsylvania's fire and emergency services and recognizing the efforts of all firefighters, fire service agencies and other first responders in preventing and combating fire dangers.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR431/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=431","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":341835,"bill_number":"SB1281","title":"Further providing for legislative findings; and providing for the definition of \"governing body,\" for other contributions and for partial property tax exemption.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 26, 1997 (P.L.508, No.55), known as the Institutions of Purely Public Charity Act, further providing for legislative findings; and providing for the definition of \"governing body,\" for other contributions and for partial property tax exemption.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1281/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1281","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":341836,"bill_number":"HB18","title":"In contracts, further providing for regulation of contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, in contracts, further providing for regulation of contracts.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB18/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=18","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":341837,"bill_number":"HB2001","title":"Further providing for members of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for members of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2001/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2001","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":341847,"bill_number":"HB1910","title":"In general regulation, providing for contract negotiation; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general regulation, providing for contract negotiation; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1910/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1910","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":341850,"bill_number":"HB23","title":"Further providing for sentences for second and subsequent offenses and for general criteria for parole.","description":"An Act amending Titles 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sentences for second and subsequent offenses and for general criteria for parole.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB23/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=23","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":341857,"bill_number":"HR435","title":"Designating the week of October 16 through 22, 2011, as \"Rubbernecking Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 16 through 22, 2011, as \"Rubbernecking Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR435/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=435","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":341868,"bill_number":"HR434","title":"Urging the Surgeon General of the United States to conduct an investigation into the potential health effects of electronic devices and issue warnings with clear guidelines if the findings merit consumers being notified.","description":"A Resolution urging the Surgeon General of the United States to conduct an investigation into the potential health effects of electronic devices and issue warnings with clear guidelines if the findings merit consumers being notified.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR434/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=434","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":341871,"bill_number":"HB22","title":"Further providing for order of probation and for sentencing proceeding generally.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for order of probation and for sentencing proceeding generally.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB22/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=22","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":341872,"bill_number":"HR433","title":"Recognizing October 2011 as \"American Art and Craft Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing October 2011 as \"American Art and Craft Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR433/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=433","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":341875,"bill_number":"HB1580","title":"Further providing for alternative energy portfolio standards and for portfolio requirements in other states.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), known as the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, further providing for alternative energy portfolio standards and for portfolio requirements in other states.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-20","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-10-20","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1580/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1580","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":341876,"bill_number":"SB1270","title":"In table games, further providing for local share assessment; and, in revenues, further providing for establishment of State Gaming Fund and new slot machine revenue distribution.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in table games, further providing for local share assessment; and, in revenues, further providing for establishment of State Gaming Fund and new slot machine revenue distribution.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1270/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1270","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":341877,"bill_number":"HR438","title":"Urging the City of Philadelphia to establish a year-round program providing for the safe removal and adequate disposal of illegally discarded waste tires.","description":"A Resolution urging the City of Philadelphia to establish a year-round program providing for the safe removal and adequate disposal of illegally discarded waste tires.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR438/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=438","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":341878,"bill_number":"HR436","title":"Designating October 10, 2011, as \"Tenth Amendment Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 10, 2011, as \"Tenth Amendment Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR436/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=436","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":341879,"bill_number":"SB1210","title":"In school finances, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class; and providing for school board in distressed school districts.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school finances, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class; and providing for school board in distressed school districts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1210/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1210","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":341880,"bill_number":"SB1278","title":"Further providing for definitions, for interests in unincorporated entities, for additional withholding requirements and for interest in unincorporated entities.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for definitions, for interests in unincorporated entities, for additional withholding requirements and for interest in unincorporated entities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1278/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1278","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":341881,"bill_number":"HR439","title":"Recognizing and honoring the life and service of Pennsylvania Army National Guard Staff Sergeant Kenneth VanGiesen and paying tribute to his sacrifice in the line of duty.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring the life and service of Pennsylvania Army National Guard Staff Sergeant Kenneth VanGiesen and paying tribute to his sacrifice in the line of duty.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR439/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=439","sponsor":"Kathy Rapp"},
{"bill_id":341882,"bill_number":"SR201","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to reaffirm the commitment of the United States to a negotiated settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict and supporting United States Senate Resolution No. 185.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to reaffirm the commitment of the United States to a negotiated settlement of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict and supporting United States Senate Resolution No. 185.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Rules & Executive Nominations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR201/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=201","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":341883,"bill_number":"SB1268","title":"Providing for the highway capital budget project itemization for flood-damaged highways to be financed from debt incurred under clause (1) or (4) of subsection (a) of section 7 of Article VIII of the Constitution of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act providing for the highway capital budget project itemization for flood-damaged highways to be financed from debt incurred under clause (1) or (4) of subsection (a) of section 7 of Article VIII of the Constitution of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-18","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1268/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1268","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":341884,"bill_number":"HB1077","title":"Providing for ultrasound test requirements to determine gestational ages of unborn children; establishing the right to view ultrasound image and ultrasound video of unborn child and the right to observe or hear the fetal heartbeat; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Health and for duties of physicians performing abortions; requiring certain reports to be filed with the Department of Health; imposing administrative sanctions and criminal penalties; and providing for remedies.","description":"An Act providing for ultrasound test requirements to determine gestational ages of unborn children; establishing the right to view ultrasound image and ultrasound video of unborn child and the right to observe or hear the fetal heartbeat; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Health and for duties of physicians performing abortions; requiring certain reports to be filed with the Department of Health; imposing administrative sanctions and criminal penalties; and providing for remedies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1077/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1077","sponsor":"Kathy Rapp"},
{"bill_id":341885,"bill_number":"SB1256","title":"Further providing for purpose, for definitions and for liability.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.893, No.141), known as the Volunteer Health Services Act, further providing for purpose, for definitions and for liability.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1256/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1256","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":341887,"bill_number":"SB1283","title":"Further providing for alternative energy portfolio standards; and repealing provisions of an act relating to certain order of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), known as the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, further providing for alternative energy portfolio standards; and repealing provisions of an act relating to certain order of the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1283/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1283","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":341888,"bill_number":"SB1273","title":"Further providing for legislative intent, for definitions and for proposed regulations and procedures for review.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 25, 1982 (P.L.633, No.181), known as the Regulatory Review Act, further providing for legislative intent, for definitions and for proposed regulations and procedures for review.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1273/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1273","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":341889,"bill_number":"HR440","title":"Recognizing October 8, 2011, as \"Indigenous Peoples Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing October 8, 2011, as \"Indigenous Peoples Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR440/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=440","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":341890,"bill_number":"SB1277","title":"Providing for narcotic treatment programs.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.221, No.63), known as the Pennsylvania Drug and Alcohol Abuse Control Act, providing for narcotic treatment programs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-04","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-10-04","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1277/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1277","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":341892,"bill_number":"SB1269","title":"Providing for the adoption of capital projects related to the repair, rehabilitation or replacement of highway bridges and for disaster assistance projects to be financed from debt incurred under clause (1) or (4) of subsection (a) of section 7 of Article VIII of the Constitution of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act providing for the adoption of capital projects related to the repair, rehabilitation or replacement of highway bridges and for disaster assistance projects to be financed from debt incurred under clause (1) or (4) of subsection (a) of section 7 of Article VIII of the Constitution of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-18","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1269/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1269","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":341915,"bill_number":"HR441","title":"Declaring October 14, 2011, as \"Immaculata University Mighty Macs Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution declaring October 14, 2011, as \"Immaculata University Mighty Macs Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-05","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR441/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=441","sponsor":"Duane Milne"},
{"bill_id":341934,"bill_number":"HR437","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR437/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=437","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":341935,"bill_number":"HR443","title":"Honoring Master Sergeant Kenneth B. Elwell, of Bucks County, who was killed in Afghanistan on July 17, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring Master Sergeant Kenneth B. Elwell, of Bucks County, who was killed in Afghanistan on July 17, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-02","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR443/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=443","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":341941,"bill_number":"HR445","title":"Designating the week of October 23 through 29, 2011, as \"Respiratory Care Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending respiratory therapists for their outstanding contributions to health care.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 23 through 29, 2011, as \"Respiratory Care Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending respiratory therapists for their outstanding contributions to health care.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR445/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=445","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":341945,"bill_number":"HB24","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in general requirements, further providing for well reporting requirements.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in general requirements, further providing for well reporting requirements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-06","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-10-06","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB24/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=24","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":341946,"bill_number":"HB25","title":"In licenses and regulations, further providing for license fees.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in licenses and regulations, further providing for license fees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-06","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-10-06","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB25/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=25","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":341947,"bill_number":"HB26","title":"In Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board, further providing for appointment of members, terms and salaries and for chairman of board.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board, further providing for appointment of members, terms and salaries and for chairman of board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-06","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-10-06","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB26/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=26","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":341962,"bill_number":"HB1933","title":"Further providing for general powers of board, for sales by Pennsylvania liquor stores, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions and for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses; providing for wine and spirits sales permits for malt or brewed beverage distributors, for application for wine and spirits sales permits for malt and brewed beverage distributor licensees and for enhanced distributor's license, fees, privileges and restrictions; and further providing for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales and storage, for interlocking business prohibited and for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for general powers of board, for sales by Pennsylvania liquor stores, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions and for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses; providing for wine and spirits sales permits for malt or brewed beverage distributors, for application for wine and spirits sales permits for malt and brewed beverage distributor licensees and for enhanced distributor's license, fees, privileges and restrictions; and further providing for distributors' and importing distributors' restrictions on sales and storage, for interlocking business prohibited and for unlawful acts relative to malt or brewed beverages and licensees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-06","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-10-06","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1933/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1933","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":341982,"bill_number":"HR444","title":"Designating October 15, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Wine Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 15, 2011, as \"Pennsylvania Wine Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (194-1)","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR444/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=444","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":341985,"bill_number":"HB29","title":"Imposing duties on the Environmental Quality Board; and providing for oil and gas well construction pad standards.","description":"An Act imposing duties on the Environmental Quality Board; and providing for oil and gas well construction pad standards.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-06","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-10-06","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB29/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=29","sponsor":"Frederick Keller"},
{"bill_id":341986,"bill_number":"HR442","title":"Designating October 20, 2011, as \"Lights on Afterschool! Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 20, 2011, as \"Lights on Afterschool! Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (194-1)","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR442/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=442","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":341990,"bill_number":"HR447","title":"Supporting the goals and ideals of the National Eating Disorders Association.","description":"A Resolution supporting the goals and ideals of the National Eating Disorders Association.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR447/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=447","sponsor":"Frederick Keller"},
{"bill_id":341992,"bill_number":"HB27","title":"Further providing for voting by absentee electors.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for voting by absentee electors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB27/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=27","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":342002,"bill_number":"HR446","title":"Recognizing December 2011 as \"Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing December 2011 as \"Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR446/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=446","sponsor":"Adam Ravenstahl"},
{"bill_id":342003,"bill_number":"HB28","title":"Further providing for qualifications of electors at primaries, for only enrolled electors to vote at primaries or hold party offices, for candidates to be nominated and party officers to be elected at primaries and for persons entitled to vote and challenges.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for qualifications of electors at primaries, for only enrolled electors to vote at primaries or hold party offices, for candidates to be nominated and party officers to be elected at primaries and for persons entitled to vote and challenges.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB28/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=28","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":342005,"bill_number":"HB2020","title":"Establishing the Infrastructure Future Fund and the Infrastructure Future Restricted Receipts Account; and providing for funding for transportation infrastructure projects.","description":"An Act establishing the Infrastructure Future Fund and the Infrastructure Future Restricted Receipts Account; and providing for funding for transportation infrastructure projects.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-10-12","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2020/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2020","sponsor":"Jerome Knowles"},
{"bill_id":342009,"bill_number":"HB120","title":"Further providing for prohibited acts and penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for prohibited acts and penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB120/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=120","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":342011,"bill_number":"HR448","title":"Honoring the life of United States Air Force Major Thomas Edward Clark, who was killed in action on February 8, 1969, during a Vietnam combat mission over Laos.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of United States Air Force Major Thomas Edward Clark, who was killed in action on February 8, 1969, during a Vietnam combat mission over Laos.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR448/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=448","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":342012,"bill_number":"HB34","title":"Providing for grants to municipalities that provide services to certain universities and for powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for grants to municipalities that provide services to certain universities and for powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-13","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB34/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=34","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":342014,"bill_number":"HR449","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Italian Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Italian Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-19","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR449/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=449","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":342017,"bill_number":"HR452","title":"Recognizing September 21, 2011, as \"International Day of Peace\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 21, 2011, as \"International Day of Peace\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-12","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR452/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=452","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":342020,"bill_number":"HR451","title":"Urging the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority and the Department of Environmental Protection to establish a task force to study the feasibility of implementing a water resource restoration sponsorship program.","description":"A Resolution urging the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority and the Department of Environmental Protection to establish a task force to study the feasibility of implementing a water resource restoration sponsorship program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-12","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-10-12","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR451/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=451","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":342023,"bill_number":"HB118","title":"Providing for family temporary care insurance and for the powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; and establishing the Temporary Care Fund.","description":"An Act providing for family temporary care insurance and for the powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; and establishing the Temporary Care Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-13","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-10-13","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB118/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=118","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":342026,"bill_number":"HR450","title":"Recognizing the release and safe return of Josh F. Fattal and Shane M. Bauer from Iran to the United States, commending the captives for their forbearance and equanimity, and pronouncing gratitude to all who supported their release, especially the State of Oman.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the release and safe return of Josh F. Fattal and Shane M. Bauer from Iran to the United States, commending the captives for their forbearance and equanimity, and pronouncing gratitude to all who supported their release, especially the State of Oman.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR450/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=450","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":342027,"bill_number":"HB119","title":"In assault, further providing for aggravated assault.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for aggravated assault.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB119/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=119","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":342029,"bill_number":"HB35","title":"In personal income tax, providing for contributions for prostate cancer education and prevention.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, providing for contributions for prostate cancer education and prevention.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB35/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=35","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":342037,"bill_number":"HB32","title":"Further providing for rates and contracts.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for rates and contracts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-13","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-13","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB32/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=32","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":342040,"bill_number":"HB121","title":"Further providing for general and specific powers; and providing for child endangerment protection.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for general and specific powers; and providing for child endangerment protection.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB121/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=121","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":342077,"bill_number":"HB1879","title":"Further providing for inheritance tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for inheritance tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1879/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1879","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":342128,"bill_number":"HB128","title":"Further providing for ineligibility for compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for ineligibility for compensation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-14","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-10-14","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB128/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=128","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":342138,"bill_number":"HB126","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in general requirements, further providing for well permits and for permit objections; providing for protection of gas storage reservoirs; and, in underground gas storage, further providing for reliance on maps and burden of proof.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in general requirements, further providing for well permits and for permit objections; providing for protection of gas storage reservoirs; and, in underground gas storage, further providing for reliance on maps and burden of proof.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-10-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB126/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=126","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":342144,"bill_number":"HR462","title":"Honoring the life and legacy of Mr. Joseph Anthony Vento and extending condolences to his family and friends.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and legacy of Mr. Joseph Anthony Vento and extending condolences to his family and friends.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-10-19","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR462/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=462","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":342171,"bill_number":"HB1897","title":"Amending the act of December 15, 1955 (P.L.865, No.256), entitled \"An act requiring rents and royalties from oil and gas leases of Commonwealth land to be placed in a special fund to be used for conservation, recreation, dams, and flood control; authorizing the Secretary of Forests and Waters to determine the need for and location of such projects and to acquire the necessary land,\" further providing for the Oil and Gas Lease Fund; providing for reallocation of moneys in fund and for lease auctions; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1955 (P.L.865, No.256), entitled \"An act requiring rents and royalties from oil and gas leases of Commonwealth land to be placed in a special fund to be used for conservation, recreation, dams, and flood control; authorizing the Secretary of Forests and Waters to determine the need for and location of such projects and to acquire the necessary land,\" further providing for the Oil and Gas Lease Fund; providing for reallocation of moneys in fund and for lease auctions; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1897/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1897","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":342183,"bill_number":"SB1295","title":"Further providing for qualifications of electors at primaries, for primary voting and party officers and for voting procedure; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for qualifications of electors at primaries, for primary voting and party officers and for voting procedure; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1295/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1295","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":342203,"bill_number":"HB151","title":"Further defining \"street rod.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further defining \"street rod.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB151/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=151","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":342207,"bill_number":"SB1285","title":"Providing for Marcellus Shale unconventional well job training and certification; and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry.","description":"An Act providing for Marcellus Shale unconventional well job training and certification; and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-12","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-10-12","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1285/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1285","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":342212,"bill_number":"SB1293","title":"Providing for a tax credit for new jobs for unemployed veterans.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a tax credit for new jobs for unemployed veterans.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1293/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1293","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":342216,"bill_number":"HR453","title":"Recognizing October 16, 2011, as \"National Feral Cat Day.\"","description":"A Resolution recognizing October 16, 2011, as \"National Feral Cat Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR453/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=453","sponsor":"Ron Buxton"},
{"bill_id":342228,"bill_number":"SR208","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"REALTORS Reach Out Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"REALTORS Reach Out Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR208/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=208","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":342240,"bill_number":"SB400","title":"Providing for a Statewide comprehensive health care system; establishing the Pennsylvania Health Care Plan and providing for eligibility, services, coverages, subrogation, participating providers, cost containment, reduction of errors, tort remedies, administrative remedies and procedures, attorney fees, quality assurance, nonparticipating providers, transitional support and training; and establishing the Pennsylvania Health Care Agency, the Employer Health Services Levy, the Individual Wellness Tax, the Pennsylvania Health Care Trust Fund and the Pennsylvania Health Care Board and providing for their powers and duties.","description":"An Act providing for a Statewide comprehensive health care system; establishing the Pennsylvania Health Care Plan and providing for eligibility, services, coverages, subrogation, participating providers, cost containment, reduction of errors, tort remedies, administrative remedies and procedures, attorney fees, quality assurance, nonparticipating providers, transitional support and training; and establishing the Pennsylvania Health Care Agency, the Employer Health Services Levy, the Individual Wellness Tax, the Pennsylvania Health Care Trust Fund and the Pennsylvania Health Care Board and providing for their powers and duties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-12","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-12","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB400/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=400","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":342242,"bill_number":"SR204","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"National Disability Employment Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"National Disability Employment Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR204/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=204","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":342247,"bill_number":"HB1904","title":"Amending the act of May 11, 1911 (P.L.271, No.173), entitled \"An act empowering the United States of America to acquire land in the State of Pennsylvania for National Forest Reserves, by purchase or by condemnation proceedings; and granting to the United States of America all rights necessary for control and regulation of such reserves,\" further providing for enforcement.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 11, 1911 (P.L.271, No.173), entitled \"An act empowering the United States of America to acquire land in the State of Pennsylvania for National Forest Reserves, by purchase or by condemnation proceedings; and granting to the United States of America all rights necessary for control and regulation of such reserves,\" further providing for enforcement.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-10-20","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1904/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1904","sponsor":"Kathy Rapp"},
{"bill_id":342261,"bill_number":"HB180","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services to lease submerged lands in excess of 25 acres within Erie County, for the assessment, development, construction and operation of utility scale offshore wind, solar or kinetic energy generation facilities; providing for collection of certain lease and royalty payments; establishing the Lake Erie Large Scale Energy System Development Fund; and providing for transfers and distributions from the fund.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services to lease submerged lands in excess of 25 acres within Erie County, for the assessment, development, construction and operation of utility scale offshore wind, solar or kinetic energy generation facilities; providing for collection of certain lease and royalty payments; establishing the Lake Erie Large Scale Energy System Development Fund; and providing for transfers and distributions from the fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB180/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=180","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":342262,"bill_number":"SB1271","title":"Itemizing public improvement projects for flood protection and flood damage repair to be constructed by the Department of General Services, together with their estimated financial costs; stating the estimated useful life of the projects; providing for the adoption of specific disaster mitigation or assistance projects to be financed from debt incurred under clause (1) or (4) of subsection (a) of section 7 of Article VIII of the Constitution of Pennsylvania; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act itemizing public improvement projects for flood protection and flood damage repair to be constructed by the Department of General Services, together with their estimated financial costs; stating the estimated useful life of the projects; providing for the adoption of specific disaster mitigation or assistance projects to be financed from debt incurred under clause (1) or (4) of subsection (a) of section 7 of Article VIII of the Constitution of Pennsylvania; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-18","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1271/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1271","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":342263,"bill_number":"HB1898","title":"Designating the bridge carrying Bridge Street (State Route 4021) over Brubaker Run in the Borough of Hasting, Cambria County, as the Sergeant Derek Lee Shanfield Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge carrying Bridge Street (State Route 4021) over Brubaker Run in the Borough of Hasting, Cambria County, as the Sergeant Derek Lee Shanfield Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1898/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1898","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":342264,"bill_number":"HB1894","title":"Further providing for conditions of deferral or exemption.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 13, 1988 (P.L.1190, No.146), known as the First and Second Class County Property Tax Relief Act, further providing for conditions of deferral or exemption.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1894/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1894","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":342265,"bill_number":"SR203","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR203/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=203","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":342285,"bill_number":"HB123","title":"Further providing for sex offender information made available on the Internet.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sex offender information made available on the Internet.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB123/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=123","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":342286,"bill_number":"HR461","title":"Proclaiming October 24, 2011, as \"Canada Day in Pennsylvania.\"","description":"A Resolution proclaiming October 24, 2011, as \"Canada Day in Pennsylvania.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR461/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=461","sponsor":"Sam Smith"},
{"bill_id":342290,"bill_number":"HR454","title":"Honoring the employees of SPIN, Inc., during \"National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week\" beginning September 11, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring the employees of SPIN, Inc., during \"National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week\" beginning September 11, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR454/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=454","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":342300,"bill_number":"HB1843","title":"Providing for the offense of failure of duty to report disappearance of a child.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the offense of failure of duty to report disappearance of a child.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1843/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1843","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":342308,"bill_number":"SB1291","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Centre County Industrial Development Corporation certain lands situate in Benner Township, Centre County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Centre County Industrial Development Corporation certain lands situate in Benner Township, Centre County.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1291/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1291","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":342314,"bill_number":"HR456","title":"Supporting the goals and ideals of \"School Bus Safety Week,\" which is being celebrated during the week of October 16 through 22, 2011.","description":"A Resolution supporting the goals and ideals of \"School Bus Safety Week,\" which is being celebrated during the week of October 16 through 22, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (194-1)","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR456/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=456","sponsor":"Richard Geist"},
{"bill_id":342321,"bill_number":"HB1903","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 10, 1974 (P.L.852, No.287), referred to as the Underground Utility Line Protection Law, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-19","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-10-19","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1903/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1903","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":342327,"bill_number":"HR459","title":"Designating October 20, 2011, as \"Lights on Afterschool! Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 20, 2011, as \"Lights on Afterschool! Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR459/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=459","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":342334,"bill_number":"HB130","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1978 (P.L.752, No.140), known as the Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB130/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=130","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":342335,"bill_number":"HB133","title":"Further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB133/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=133","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":342336,"bill_number":"HB1899","title":"Further providing for elk hunting licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for elk hunting licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1899/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1899","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":342337,"bill_number":"SB1287","title":"Further providing for general powers of the board and for specific subjects on which board may adopt regulations; providing for employees of the board; further providing for management of Pennsylvania Liquor Stores; and repealing provisions relating to selection of personnel.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for general powers of the board and for specific subjects on which board may adopt regulations; providing for employees of the board; further providing for management of Pennsylvania Liquor Stores; and repealing provisions relating to selection of personnel.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-12","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2011-10-12","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1287/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1287","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":342338,"bill_number":"SR207","title":"Designating October 20, 2011, as \"Lights on Afterschool! Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 20, 2011, as \"Lights on Afterschool! Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR207/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=207","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":342341,"bill_number":"HB1901","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions, for background checks of prospective employees and conviction of employees of certain offenses and for collection of identifying information of students attending institutions of higher education; providing for adjustments based on Consumer Price Index and for Keystone Exams; in school districts, further providing for moratorium on certain data collection systems and data sets; in school finances, providing for reopening of 2012-2013 budget and for intergovernmental agreements for school security and safety; in grounds and buildings, providing for limitation on new applications for the Department of Education's approval of public school building projects and further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception; in books, furniture and supplies, further providing for purchase of supplies; in district superintendents and assistant district superintendents, further providing for eligibility and for manner of election or approval, providing for performance review and further providing for election of assistant district superintendents, for term and salary of assistants, for commissions and for removal; in professional employees, further providing for rating system and for causes for suspension; in pupils and attendance, further providing for liability for tuition and enforcement of payment and for school lunch and breakfast reimbursement; in safe schools, further providing for regulations; adding a requirement relating to cardiopulminary resuscitation; providing for open campus initiatives; in high schools; further providing for attendance in other districts; reenacting and amending provisions relating to school boards and educational empowerment; in community colleges, further providing for financial program, reimbursement of payments; in Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, further providing for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance; in State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts and for powers and duties of institution presidents; in school districts of the first class, further providing for superintendents of schools or buildings and of supplies; in funding for public libraries, providing for State and for fiscal year 2012-2013; in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, providing for basic education funding for 2011-2012 school year, further providing for payments to intermediate units and for special education payments to school districts, providing for assistance to school districts certified as education empowerment districts, further providing for Pennsylvania accountability grants and providing for targeted industry cluster certificate scholarship program; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions, for background checks of prospective employees and conviction of employees of certain offenses and for collection of identifying information of students attending institutions of higher education; providing for adjustments based on Consumer Price Index and for Keystone Exams; in school districts, further providing for moratorium on certain data collection systems and data sets; in school finances, providing for reopening of 2012-2013 budget and for intergovernmental agreements for school security and safety; in grounds and buildings, providing for limitation on new applications for the Department of Education's approval of public school building projects and further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception; in books, furniture and supplies, further providing for purchase of supplies; in district superintendents and assistant district superintendents, further providing for eligibility and for manner of election or approval, providing for performance review and further providing for election of assistant district superintendents, for term and salary of assistants, for commissions and for removal; in professional employees, further providing for rating system and for causes for suspension; in pupils and attendance, further providing for liability for tuition and enforcement of payment and for school lunch and breakfast reimbursement; in safe schools, further providing for regulations; adding a requirement relating to cardiopulminary resuscitation; providing for open campus initiatives; in high schools; further providing for attendance in other districts; reenacting and amending provisions relating to school boards and educational empowerment; in community colleges, further providing for financial program, reimbursement of payments; in Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, further providing for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance; in State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts and for powers and duties of institution presidents; in school districts of the first class, further providing for superintendents of schools or buildings and of supplies; in funding for public libraries, providing for State and for fiscal year 2012-2013; in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, providing for basic education funding for 2011-2012 school year, further providing for payments to intermediate units and for special education payments to school districts, providing for assistance to school districts certified as education empowerment districts, further providing for Pennsylvania accountability grants and providing for targeted industry cluster certificate scholarship program; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 82","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1901/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1901","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":342342,"bill_number":"SB1296","title":"In district superintendents and assistant district superintendents, further providing for eligibility, for manner of election or approval; providing for performance review; and further providing for election of assistant district superintendents, for term and salary of assistants and for removal; in school districts of the first class, further providing for superintendents of schools or buildings and of supplies; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in district superintendents and assistant district superintendents, further providing for eligibility, for manner of election or approval; providing for performance review; and further providing for election of assistant district superintendents, for term and salary of assistants and for removal; in school districts of the first class, further providing for superintendents of schools or buildings and of supplies; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1296/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1296","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":342357,"bill_number":"SB1286","title":"Providing for extraction tax and for municipal improvement tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for extraction tax and for municipal improvement tax credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1286/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1286","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":342366,"bill_number":"SR205","title":"Recognizing the week of October 16 through 22, 2011, as \"Credit Union Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of October 16 through 22, 2011, as \"Credit Union Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR205/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=205","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":342377,"bill_number":"HB1902","title":"Further providing for report and public information and for tax credit; providing for annual report on tax credits; and repealing provisions relating to report to General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for report and public information and for tax credit; providing for annual report on tax credits; and repealing provisions relating to report to General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-19","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1902/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1902","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":342385,"bill_number":"HB1895","title":"Further providing for exceptions to sovereign immunity and governmental immunity.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for exceptions to sovereign immunity and governmental immunity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1895/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1895","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":342395,"bill_number":"HR457","title":"Recognizing the week of October 24 through 28, 2011, as \"No Place for Hate Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the Anti-Defamation League for its outstanding efforts to promote peace, brotherhood and goodwill through its \"No Place for Hate\" program.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of October 24 through 28, 2011, as \"No Place for Hate Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the Anti-Defamation League for its outstanding efforts to promote peace, brotherhood and goodwill through its \"No Place for Hate\" program.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-19","last_action":"Adopted (193-3)","last_action_date":"2011-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR457/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=457","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":342398,"bill_number":"HB1893","title":"Further providing for gambling devices, gambling, etc.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for gambling devices, gambling, etc.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 81","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1893/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1893","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":342399,"bill_number":"SB1294","title":"Further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1294/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1294","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":342401,"bill_number":"HB127","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"games of chance\"; and providing for the definition of \"a night at the races.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for the definition of \"games of chance\"; and providing for the definition of \"a night at the races.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-14","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-10-14","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB127/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=127","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":342404,"bill_number":"HB937","title":"Further providing for valuation of property.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 22, 1933 (P.L.853, No.155), known as The General County Assessment Law, further providing for valuation of property.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB937/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=937","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":342405,"bill_number":"SB1288","title":"Further defining \"line.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of December 10, 1974 (P.L.852, No.287), referred to as the Underground Utility Line Protection Law, further defining \"line.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-12","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-10-12","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1288/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1288","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":342406,"bill_number":"HB132","title":"Providing for unlawful sound amplification systems.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for unlawful sound amplification systems.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB132/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=132","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":342409,"bill_number":"SR206","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Pennsylvania's Promise for Children Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Pennsylvania's Promise for Children Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR206/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=206","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":342422,"bill_number":"HR458","title":"Recognizing and commemorating the 2011 National Convention of the German American National Congress to be held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, October 27 through 30, 2011.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and commemorating the 2011 National Convention of the German American National Congress to be held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, October 27 through 30, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR458/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=458","sponsor":"Chelsa Wagner"},
{"bill_id":342436,"bill_number":"SB1290","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1978 (P.L.752, No.140), known as the Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1290/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1290","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":342456,"bill_number":"HR455","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Archives Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Archives Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR455/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=455","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":342459,"bill_number":"HB1600","title":"Further providing for applicability; and providing for homestead exclusions in cities of the first class.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for applicability; and providing for homestead exclusions in cities of the first class.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1600/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1600","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":342467,"bill_number":"SR209","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Bullying Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Bullying Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-17","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR209/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=209","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":342476,"bill_number":"SB1289","title":"In State System of Higher Education, providing for exemption from taxation.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State System of Higher Education, providing for exemption from taxation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1289/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1289","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":342488,"bill_number":"SB1224","title":"Providing for credentialing of physicians by health insurers, for physician payment during credentialing process and for the powers and duties of the Department of Health; establishing a private right of action; and prescribing administrative fines.","description":"An Act providing for credentialing of physicians by health insurers, for physician payment during credentialing process and for the powers and duties of the Department of Health; establishing a private right of action; and prescribing administrative fines.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1224/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1224","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":342490,"bill_number":"HR463","title":"Recognizing November 2011 as \"Infant Safe Sleep Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing November 2011 as \"Infant Safe Sleep Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR463/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=463","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":342493,"bill_number":"SB1298","title":"Further providing for definitions, for roll-back taxes and special circumstances and for appeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1974 (P.L.973, No.319), known as the Pennsylvania Farmland and Forest Land Assessment Act of 1974, further providing for definitions, for roll-back taxes and special circumstances and for appeals.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 190","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1298/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1298","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":342496,"bill_number":"SR202","title":"Urging the oil and gas industry to utilize acid mine water in fracturing Marcellus Shale for natural gas extraction, whenever economically feasible and environmentally safe.","description":"A Resolution urging the oil and gas industry to utilize acid mine water in fracturing Marcellus Shale for natural gas extraction, whenever economically feasible and environmentally safe.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR202/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=202","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":342498,"bill_number":"SR170","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study and to issue a report on the status of and any disparities found in dental care for Pennsylvanians with disabilities.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study and to issue a report on the status of and any disparities found in dental care for Pennsylvanians with disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR170/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=170","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":342499,"bill_number":"SB1297","title":"Providing for a Small Business Flood Relief Program; making an appropriation; and providing for termination of the program.","description":"An Act providing for a Small Business Flood Relief Program; making an appropriation; and providing for termination of the program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-18","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1297/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1297","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":342505,"bill_number":"HB1905","title":"Further providing for general provisions, for special rules for gifts and for liability; providing for liability for refusal to accept acknowledged power of attorney; and further providing for validity.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for general provisions, for special rules for gifts and for liability; providing for liability for refusal to accept acknowledged power of attorney; and further providing for validity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1905/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1905","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":342522,"bill_number":"HR464","title":"Designating the week of October 17 through 21, 2011, as \"National Business Women's Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 17 through 21, 2011, as \"National Business Women's Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-19","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR464/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=464","sponsor":"Michael Gerber"},
{"bill_id":342529,"bill_number":"HR465","title":"Recognizing the dedication and fortitude of the emergency response community in Pennsylvania who worked tirelessly during the preparation and recovery periods of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the dedication and fortitude of the emergency response community in Pennsylvania who worked tirelessly during the preparation and recovery periods of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR465/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=465","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":342539,"bill_number":"SR211","title":"Designating the week of October 23 through 29, 2011, as \"Respiratory Care Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending respiratory therapists for their outstanding contributions to health care.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 23 through 29, 2011, as \"Respiratory Care Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending respiratory therapists for their outstanding contributions to health care.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR211/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=211","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":342540,"bill_number":"SR212","title":"Recognizing \"School Bus Safety Week,\" which is being celebrated the week of October 16 through 22, 2011, in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing \"School Bus Safety Week,\" which is being celebrated the week of October 16 through 22, 2011, in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR212/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=212","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":342544,"bill_number":"HR467","title":"Recognizing the outstanding delivery of medical services provided by nurse practitioners and observing the week of November 13 through 19, 2011, as \"Nurse Practitioner Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the outstanding delivery of medical services provided by nurse practitioners and observing the week of November 13 through 19, 2011, as \"Nurse Practitioner Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR467/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=467","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":342546,"bill_number":"SR210","title":"Designating October 2011 as \"Pork Producers Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 2011 as \"Pork Producers Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR210/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=210","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":342547,"bill_number":"HR466","title":"Designating the week of October 30 through November 5, 2011, as \"Pioneer Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 30 through November 5, 2011, as \"Pioneer Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR466/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=466","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":342553,"bill_number":"SR213","title":"Honoring the life and service of Officer Derek Kotecki.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and service of Officer Derek Kotecki.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-18","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR213/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=213","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":342554,"bill_number":"HR468","title":"Designating October 21, 2011, as \"Biomedical Research Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 21, 2011, as \"Biomedical Research Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-19","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR468/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=468","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":342562,"bill_number":"HR469","title":"Urging the members of the Governor's Advisory Council on Privatization and Innovation to sign an Integrity and Accountability Pledge so as to ensure that all recommendations that are made are in the best interests of the citizens of this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution urging the members of the Governor's Advisory Council on Privatization and Innovation to sign an Integrity and Accountability Pledge so as to ensure that all recommendations that are made are in the best interests of the citizens of this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-20","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-20","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR469/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=469","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":342568,"bill_number":"HB1906","title":"Designating a bridge on that portion of S.R. 4002, Clarence Road, in Snow Shoe Township, Centre County, as the Clarence Bridge of Freedom for All Veterans.","description":"An Act designating a bridge on that portion of S.R. 4002, Clarence Road, in Snow Shoe Township, Centre County, as the Clarence Bridge of Freedom for All Veterans.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1906/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1906","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":342570,"bill_number":"HB1907","title":"Further providing for punitive damages.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, further providing for punitive damages.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1907/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1907","sponsor":"Glen Grell"},
{"bill_id":342572,"bill_number":"SR215","title":"Recognizing October 21, 2011, as \"Biomedical Research Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing October 21, 2011, as \"Biomedical Research Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-19","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR215/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=215","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":342574,"bill_number":"HB1832","title":"Further providing for physician assistants.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 20, 1985 (P.L.457, No.112), known as the Medical Practice Act of 1985, further providing for physician assistants.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1832/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1832","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":342575,"bill_number":"SR214","title":"Recognizing the service and patriotism of Jewish military chaplains who gave their lives for their country.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the service and patriotism of Jewish military chaplains who gave their lives for their country.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-10-19","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2011-10-20","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR214/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=214","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":342580,"bill_number":"HB1833","title":"Further providing for licenses, exemptions, nonresident practitioners, graduate students, biennial registration and continuing medical education.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 5, 1978 (P.L.1109, No.261), known as the Osteopathic Medical Practice Act, further providing for licenses, exemptions, nonresident practitioners, graduate students, biennial registration and continuing medical education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1833/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1833","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":342617,"bill_number":"HB1830","title":"Providing for special plates for individuals in the service of the United States Merchant Marine and for a special registration plate for veterans and members of United States military airborne units.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for special plates for individuals in the service of the United States Merchant Marine and for a special registration plate for veterans and members of United States military airborne units.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 158","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1830/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1830","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":342618,"bill_number":"HB1927","title":"Establishing general requirements for mobile railroad camps; and providing for safety, health, emergency information and food handling standards for maintenance-of-way employees and contractors, for regulation of camp cars and remote worksites and for duties of the Department of Labor and Industry.","description":"An Act establishing general requirements for mobile railroad camps; and providing for safety, health, emergency information and food handling standards for maintenance-of-way employees and contractors, for regulation of camp cars and remote worksites and for duties of the Department of Labor and Industry.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1927/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1927","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":342619,"bill_number":"HR471","title":"Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the J.C. Blair Memorial Hospital.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR471/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=471","sponsor":"Michael Fleck"},
{"bill_id":342620,"bill_number":"HB1850","title":"In primary and election expenses, further providing for place of filing certain statements and reports.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in primary and election expenses, further providing for place of filing certain statements and reports.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1850/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1850","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":342621,"bill_number":"HR473","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"Prematurity Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"Prematurity Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR473/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=473","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":342626,"bill_number":"HR470","title":"Commemorating the dedication of a monument at Chaplain's Hill in Arlington National Cemetery to remember the fourteen Jewish chaplains who died in service to our country.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the dedication of a monument at Chaplain's Hill in Arlington National Cemetery to remember the fourteen Jewish chaplains who died in service to our country.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR470/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=470","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":342627,"bill_number":"HB1926","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"public utility corporation,\" for additional powers of certain public utility corporations and for certain appropriations by right of eminent domain prohibited.","description":"An Act amending Titles 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) and 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the definition of \"public utility corporation,\" for additional powers of certain public utility corporations and for certain appropriations by right of eminent domain prohibited.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1926/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1926","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":342630,"bill_number":"HB1919","title":"Providing for the regulation of tanning facilities and for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for the regulation of tanning facilities and for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1919/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1919","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":342631,"bill_number":"HB1921","title":"In municipal financial distress, further providing for collective bargaining and for status termination.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1987 (P.L.246, No.47), known as the Municipalities Financial Recovery Act, in municipal financial distress, further providing for collective bargaining and for status termination.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1921/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1921","sponsor":"Marc Gergely"},
{"bill_id":342633,"bill_number":"HB1909","title":"Providing for appointment of township treasurers and election of tax collectors; further defining the duties and authority of the board of township commissioners.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1931 (P.L.1206, No.331), known as The First Class Township Code, providing for appointment of township treasurers and election of tax collectors; further defining the duties and authority of the board of township commissioners.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-11","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1909/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1909","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":342636,"bill_number":"HB1918","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license, for sale or transfer of firearms and for antique firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for firearms not to be carried without a license, for sale or transfer of firearms and for antique firearms.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1918/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1918","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":342637,"bill_number":"HB1922","title":"Providing for cooperation with Auditor General.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for cooperation with Auditor General.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1922/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1922","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":342638,"bill_number":"HB1908","title":"Providing for standards for towing and for violations.","description":"An Act providing for standards for towing and for violations.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 110","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1908/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1908","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":342639,"bill_number":"HB1924","title":"Providing for community alerts.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, providing for community alerts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1924/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1924","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":342640,"bill_number":"HR472","title":"Recognizing and designating October 2011 as \"National Arts and Humanities Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and designating October 2011 as \"National Arts and Humanities Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-25","last_action":"Adopted (197-1)","last_action_date":"2011-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR472/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=472","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":342644,"bill_number":"HB1925","title":"Further providing for tax rate; and providing for the submittal of records to the Department of Revenue.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 25, 1919 (P.L.581, No.274), referred to as the First Class City Government Law, further providing for tax rate; and providing for the submittal of records to the Department of Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1925/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1925","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":342645,"bill_number":"SB1227","title":"Providing for commingling of funds held in trust by contractors.","description":"An Act providing for commingling of funds held in trust by contractors.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-20","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-10-20","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1227/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1227","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":342647,"bill_number":"HB1923","title":"In assault, further providing for aggravated assault.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for aggravated assault.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1923/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1923","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":342662,"bill_number":"HR474","title":"Congratulating and recognizing Pennsylvania's American Indian Peoples and communities.","description":"A Resolution congratulating and recognizing Pennsylvania's American Indian Peoples and communities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-11-14","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR474/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=474","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":342665,"bill_number":"HB1932","title":"Providing for an intergenerational family care pilot program which seeks to aid persons who are not the biological or adoptive parents in raising children; and providing a model for a possible full-scale intergenerational family care program.","description":"An Act providing for an intergenerational family care pilot program which seeks to aid persons who are not the biological or adoptive parents in raising children; and providing a model for a possible full-scale intergenerational family care program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1932/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1932","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":342668,"bill_number":"HR476","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to pass legislation that will create a uniform national framework on digital commerce, which will protect consumer from multiple and discriminatory taxes and provide certainty and uniformity for state and local governments.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to pass legislation that will create a uniform national framework on digital commerce, which will protect consumer from multiple and discriminatory taxes and provide certainty and uniformity for state and local governments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR476/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=476","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":342669,"bill_number":"HB1928","title":"Further providing for medical facility reports and notifications, for definitions and for penalties; and providing for abortion facilities.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, further providing for medical facility reports and notifications, for definitions and for penalties; and providing for abortion facilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1928/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1928","sponsor":"Ryan Aument"},
{"bill_id":342670,"bill_number":"HR475","title":"Honoring the educational and professional achievements of Dr. Constance E. Clayton, former superintendent of the School District of Philadelphia.","description":"A Resolution honoring the educational and professional achievements of Dr. Constance E. Clayton, former superintendent of the School District of Philadelphia.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR475/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=475","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":342671,"bill_number":"HR477","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to establish a framework for online consumer privacy protections.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to establish a framework for online consumer privacy protections.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR477/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=477","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":342672,"bill_number":"HB1929","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to taxation.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to taxation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1929/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1929","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":342673,"bill_number":"HB1930","title":"Providing for a program to employ unemployed workers by phasing out unemployment compensation gradually after employment.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, providing for a program to employ unemployed workers by phasing out unemployment compensation gradually after employment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1930/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1930","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":342675,"bill_number":"HB1931","title":"Further providing for exceptions to license requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 7 (Banks and Banking) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for exceptions to license requirements.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1931/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1931","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":342687,"bill_number":"HR478","title":"Commending Central High School in Philadelphia for being recognized by the United States Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School.","description":"A Resolution commending Central High School in Philadelphia for being recognized by the United States Department of Education as a Blue Ribbon School.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR478/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=478","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":342688,"bill_number":"HR480","title":"Designating October 22, 2011, as \"Make a Difference Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 22, 2011, as \"Make a Difference Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR480/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=480","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":342689,"bill_number":"HB1935","title":"Providing for benefit transfer device fraud.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for benefit transfer device fraud.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1935/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1935","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":342690,"bill_number":"HB1937","title":"In safe schools, further providing for definitions; and providing for safe school crisis plans.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in safe schools, further providing for definitions; and providing for safe school crisis plans.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1937/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1937","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":342691,"bill_number":"SB1310","title":"Further providing for definitions, for determination of contribution rate and experience rating and for contributions by employees; providing for additional contribution for debt service; further providing for trigger determination, for trigger rate redeterminations, for reports by employers and assessments, for contributions to be liens and entry and enforcement thereof, for collection of contributions and interest and injunctions, for dishonored checks, for qualifications required to secure compensation, for rate and amount of compensation and for Unemployment Compensation Fund; providing for Debt Service Fund and for Reemployment Fund; further providing for State Treasurer as custodian and for recovery and recoupment of compensation; providing for unemployment compensation bonds and for unemployment compensation amnesty program; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for definitions, for determination of contribution rate and experience rating and for contributions by employees; providing for additional contribution for debt service; further providing for trigger determination, for trigger rate redeterminations, for reports by employers and assessments, for contributions to be liens and entry and enforcement thereof, for collection of contributions and interest and injunctions, for dishonored checks, for qualifications required to secure compensation, for rate and amount of compensation and for Unemployment Compensation Fund; providing for Debt Service Fund and for Reemployment Fund; further providing for State Treasurer as custodian and for recovery and recoupment of compensation; providing for unemployment compensation bonds and for unemployment compensation amnesty program; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Act No. 60","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1310/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1310","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":342692,"bill_number":"HB1934","title":"In recycling and waste reduction, further providing for municipal implementation of recycling programs.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1988 (P.L.556, No.101), known as the Municipal Waste Planning, Recycling and Waste Reduction Act, in recycling and waste reduction, further providing for municipal implementation of recycling programs.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 83","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1934/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1934","sponsor":"Frederick Keller"},
{"bill_id":342693,"bill_number":"HB1936","title":"Further providing for person with disability plate and placard; and providing for fee for person with disability placard.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for person with disability plate and placard; and providing for fee for person with disability placard.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1936/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1936","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":342694,"bill_number":"HB1912","title":"Establishing and making an appropriation for the Supplemental Individual Assistance Program for individuals suffering losses because of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee; and making an appropriation of certain tax amnesty revenues to the Governor for payment of the Commonwealth's share to secure individual assistance from the Federal Government.","description":"An Act establishing and making an appropriation for the Supplemental Individual Assistance Program for individuals suffering losses because of Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee; and making an appropriation of certain tax amnesty revenues to the Governor for payment of the Commonwealth's share to secure individual assistance from the Federal Government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1912/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1912","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":342695,"bill_number":"HR479","title":"Recognizing the month of November 2011 as \"National Family Caregiver Month\" in Pennsylvania, and commending the service and dedication family caregivers provide to older, disabled and infirm family and friends.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of November 2011 as \"National Family Caregiver Month\" in Pennsylvania, and commending the service and dedication family caregivers provide to older, disabled and infirm family and friends.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR479/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=479","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":342711,"bill_number":"SR217","title":"Proclaiming October 24, 2011, as \"Canada Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution proclaiming October 24, 2011, as \"Canada Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR217/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=217","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":342712,"bill_number":"HR482","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"LGBT History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"LGBT History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR482/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=482","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":342725,"bill_number":"SR216","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct an economic impact study of the brewery industry in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct an economic impact study of the brewery industry in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR216/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=216","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":342726,"bill_number":"SB1304","title":"Further providing for Keystone Innovation Zone tax credits; and providing for research and development tax credits for KIZ companies, for KIZ company corporate net income tax net loss deduction transfer program and for KIZ company tax credits for new jobs.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Keystone Innovation Zone tax credits; and providing for research and development tax credits for KIZ companies, for KIZ company corporate net income tax net loss deduction transfer program and for KIZ company tax credits for new jobs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1304/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1304","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":342734,"bill_number":"SB1292","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1292/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1292","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":342737,"bill_number":"SR218","title":"Recognizing the week of October 24 through 28, 2011, as \"No Place for Hate Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the Anti-Defamation League for its outstanding efforts to promote peace, brotherhood and goodwill through its \"No Place of Hate\" program.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of October 24 through 28, 2011, as \"No Place for Hate Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the Anti-Defamation League for its outstanding efforts to promote peace, brotherhood and goodwill through its \"No Place of Hate\" program.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR218/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=218","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":342739,"bill_number":"SR219","title":"Honoring the 75th anniversary of Fallingwater.","description":"A Resolution honoring the 75th anniversary of Fallingwater.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR219/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=219","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":342745,"bill_number":"SB1305","title":"Further providing for ineligibility for compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for ineligibility for compensation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-24","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-10-24","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1305/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1305","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":342750,"bill_number":"HR486","title":"Designating October 17, 2011, as \"Interior Design Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 17, 2011, as \"Interior Design Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR486/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=486","sponsor":"Jim Christiana"},
{"bill_id":342751,"bill_number":"HR481","title":"Recognizing October 29, 2011, as \"Psoriasis Day\" in Pennsylvania on behalf of the many individuals who suffer from psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.","description":"A Resolution recognizing October 29, 2011, as \"Psoriasis Day\" in Pennsylvania on behalf of the many individuals who suffer from psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR481/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=481","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":342753,"bill_number":"HR483","title":"Recognizing the formation of a bicameral, bipartisan Military Installations and Base Development Caucus to protect Pennsylvania's defense-related jobs along with the bases and facilities where many Pennsylvanians live and work.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the formation of a bicameral, bipartisan Military Installations and Base Development Caucus to protect Pennsylvania's defense-related jobs along with the bases and facilities where many Pennsylvanians live and work.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR483/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=483","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":342758,"bill_number":"HR484","title":"Recognizing and honoring the life and service of United States Air Force Technical Sergeant Daniel L. Zerbe and paying tribute to his sacrifice in the line of duty.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring the life and service of United States Air Force Technical Sergeant Daniel L. Zerbe and paying tribute to his sacrifice in the line of duty.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR484/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=484","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":342790,"bill_number":"SB1311","title":"Further providing for definitions, for rules for licensing and operation, for revocation of licenses and for penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1981 (P.L.214, No.67), known as the Bingo Law, further providing for definitions, for rules for licensing and operation, for revocation of licenses and for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1311/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1311","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":342802,"bill_number":"HB1938","title":"In interscholastic athletic accountability, providing for participation by nonpublic schools and private schools and for required divisions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in interscholastic athletic accountability, providing for participation by nonpublic schools and private schools and for required divisions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1938/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1938","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":342804,"bill_number":"HB1939","title":"Further providing for medical assistance payments; and establishing the Gaining Access to Physicians via Telehealth Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for medical assistance payments; and establishing the Gaining Access to Physicians via Telehealth Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1939/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1939","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":342805,"bill_number":"HR485","title":"Designating the month of October 2011 as \"Realtors Reach Out Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2011 as \"Realtors Reach Out Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR485/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=485","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":342806,"bill_number":"HR488","title":"Recognizing 2011 as the \"International Year of Chemistry\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing 2011 as the \"International Year of Chemistry\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR488/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=488","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":342807,"bill_number":"HB1940","title":"Further providing for criteria for institutions of purely public charity.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 26, 1997 (P.L.508, No.55), known as the Institutions of Purely Public Charity Act, further providing for criteria for institutions of purely public charity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1940/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1940","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":342815,"bill_number":"HR487","title":"Urging the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Highmark, Inc. to publicly commit to open and continuous health care access for Medicaid, Medicare and Children's Health Insurance Program recipients.","description":"A Resolution urging the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Highmark, Inc. to publicly commit to open and continuous health care access for Medicaid, Medicare and Children's Health Insurance Program recipients.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR487/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=487","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":342816,"bill_number":"SB1314","title":"Further providing for nonapplicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 16, 1992 (P.L.155, No.28), known as the Assessors Certification Act, further providing for nonapplicability.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1314/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1314","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":342817,"bill_number":"SB1309","title":"In consolidated county assessment, further providing for appeals by taxing authorities.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in consolidated county assessment, further providing for appeals by taxing authorities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Re-reported as committed","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1309/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1309","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":342822,"bill_number":"HB1914","title":"Providing for the highway capital budget project itemization for flood-damaged highways to be financed from debt incurred under clause (1) of subsection (a) of section 7 of Article VIII of the Constitution of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act providing for the highway capital budget project itemization for flood-damaged highways to be financed from debt incurred under clause (1) of subsection (a) of section 7 of Article VIII of the Constitution of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1914/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1914","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":342823,"bill_number":"HR489","title":"Urging the City of Philadelphia to consistently enforce current ordinances regulating yard sales and flea markets.","description":"A Resolution urging the City of Philadelphia to consistently enforce current ordinances regulating yard sales and flea markets.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR489/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=489","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":342825,"bill_number":"HB1941","title":"Authorizing the incurring of indebtedness, with the approval of the electors, of $500,000,000 for the purposes of providing financing in the form of grants and loans for the cost of dam removal, restoration and repair projects with priority given to certain high-hazard unsafe dams or deficient high-hazard dams or impoundments; providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority and the Department of Environmental Protection; and establishing the Dam Project Bond Fund and the Dam Project Bond Sinking Fund.","description":"An Act authorizing the incurring of indebtedness, with the approval of the electors, of $500,000,000 for the purposes of providing financing in the form of grants and loans for the cost of dam removal, restoration and repair projects with priority given to certain high-hazard unsafe dams or deficient high-hazard dams or impoundments; providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority and the Department of Environmental Protection; and establishing the Dam Project Bond Fund and the Dam Project Bond Sinking Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1941/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1941","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":342827,"bill_number":"SB1302","title":"Further providing for powers of the council.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 26, 1953 (P.L.1476, No.433), referred to as the Philadelphia City-County Consolidation Act, further providing for powers of the council.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-06","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1302/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1302","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":342828,"bill_number":"HR490","title":"Honoring the 75th anniversary of Fallingwater.","description":"A Resolution honoring the 75th anniversary of Fallingwater.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-14","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR490/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=490","sponsor":"Timothy Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":342830,"bill_number":"HB1942","title":"Providing for compliance with Federal health care legislation.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for compliance with Federal health care legislation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1942/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1942","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":342831,"bill_number":"HR491","title":"Commending John Dickson for his outstanding efforts to provide children with Christmas toys by helping the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program in Monroe County.","description":"A Resolution commending John Dickson for his outstanding efforts to provide children with Christmas toys by helping the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program in Monroe County.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-06","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR491/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=491","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":342832,"bill_number":"SB1303","title":"Further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1303/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1303","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":342833,"bill_number":"HB1943","title":"Further providing for original jurisdiction and venue of courts of common pleas.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for original jurisdiction and venue of courts of common pleas.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1943/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1943","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":342834,"bill_number":"SB1313","title":"Providing for physical therapy benefit design.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for physical therapy benefit design.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1313/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1313","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":342837,"bill_number":"SB1307","title":"Further providing for employee available to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 21, 1989 (P.L.672, No.87), known as the Health Club Act, further providing for employee available to administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-10-26","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-10-26","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1307/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1307","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":342840,"bill_number":"SB1301","title":"In assessments of persons and property, providing for cities and counties of the first class, further providing for definitions and for administration and procedure and providing for applicability.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assessments of persons and property, providing for cities and counties of the first class, further providing for definitions and for administration and procedure and providing for applicability.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 131","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1301/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1301","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":342866,"bill_number":"HB1944","title":"Further providing for traffic-control signals and for pedestrian-control signals.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for traffic-control signals and for pedestrian-control signals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1944/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1944","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":342869,"bill_number":"HB1946","title":"Providing for wastewater processing cooperative planning.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, providing for wastewater processing cooperative planning.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1946/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1946","sponsor":"Frank Farry"},
{"bill_id":342877,"bill_number":"HB1945","title":"Providing for eligibility of individuals participating in self-employment assistance activities approved by the secretary.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, providing for eligibility of individuals participating in self-employment assistance activities approved by the secretary.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1945/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1945","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":342882,"bill_number":"SB1308","title":"Authorizing the State System of Higher Education and its employees to enter into certain economic development agreements; providing for approval and notice, for reports and for limitations; and making an inconsistent repeal.","description":"An Act authorizing the State System of Higher Education and its employees to enter into certain economic development agreements; providing for approval and notice, for reports and for limitations; and making an inconsistent repeal.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 132","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1308/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1308","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":342888,"bill_number":"HB1980","title":"In district superintendents and assistant district superintendents, further providing for eligibility; in professional employees, further providing for rating system and for payment of salaries in cases of sickness, injury or death; and, in State Board of Education, further providing for powers and duties of board.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in district superintendents and assistant district superintendents, further providing for eligibility; in professional employees, further providing for rating system and for payment of salaries in cases of sickness, injury or death; and, in State Board of Education, further providing for powers and duties of board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1980/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1980","sponsor":"Ryan Aument"},
{"bill_id":342923,"bill_number":"HB1960","title":"Further providing for definitions and for regulations.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 24, 1999 (P.L.884, No.54), known as the Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers Act, further providing for definitions and for regulations.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 111","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1960/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1960","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":342924,"bill_number":"HB1948","title":"In public assistance, further providing for responsibilities and obligations of the Department of Public Welfare, applicants and recipients; and establishing the Electronic Benefits Transfer Card Management Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, further providing for responsibilities and obligations of the Department of Public Welfare, applicants and recipients; and establishing the Electronic Benefits Transfer Card Management Program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1948/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1948","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":342925,"bill_number":"HB1951","title":"Further providing for examination of applicant for driver's license.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for examination of applicant for driver's license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1951/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1951","sponsor":"Kathy Rapp"},
{"bill_id":342927,"bill_number":"HB1952","title":"Further providing for members of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1952/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1952","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":342929,"bill_number":"HB1947","title":"Making an appropriation to fund hazard mitigation measures.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, making an appropriation to fund hazard mitigation measures.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1947/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1947","sponsor":"Mike Carroll"},
{"bill_id":342936,"bill_number":"HB1949","title":"Establishing the Flood Damage Minimization Fund; providing for loans to individuals and businesses for flood damage minimization efforts; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act establishing the Flood Damage Minimization Fund; providing for loans to individuals and businesses for flood damage minimization efforts; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1949/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1949","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":342956,"bill_number":"SB1323","title":"Providing for the Agriculture Disaster Recovery Program; further providing for First Industries Program; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending Titles 3 (Agriculture) and 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the Agriculture Disaster Recovery Program; further providing for First Industries Program; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-11-18","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1323/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1323","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":342960,"bill_number":"HR492","title":"Recognizing Counseling Or Referral Assistance (CORA) Services, a private, nonprofit organization offering professional human services to children, youth and their families, for its four decades of service to the people of Philadelphia.","description":"A Resolution recognizing Counseling Or Referral Assistance (CORA) Services, a private, nonprofit organization offering professional human services to children, youth and their families, for its four decades of service to the people of Philadelphia.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR492/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=492","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":342963,"bill_number":"HR495","title":"Designating the week of November 14 through 18, 2011, as \"Juvenile Detention Centers Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of November 14 through 18, 2011, as \"Juvenile Detention Centers Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-02","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR495/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=495","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":342964,"bill_number":"HB1953","title":"Further providing for community disaster loans and for individual and family assistance.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for community disaster loans and for individual and family assistance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1953/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1953","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":342967,"bill_number":"HR493","title":"Honoring all Pennsylvania veterans who served during war and peace on the occasion of Veterans Day, November 11, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring all Pennsylvania veterans who served during war and peace on the occasion of Veterans Day, November 11, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-02","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR493/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=493","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":342976,"bill_number":"HB1911","title":"Implementing the provisions of clause (1) of subsection (a) of section 7 of Article VIII of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania authorizing the incurring of debt for the rehabilitation of areas affected by Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee; imposing duties upon the Governor, the Auditor General and the State Treasurer; prescribing the procedures for the issuance, sale and payment of general obligations bonds, the funding of debt and refunding of bonds; exempting said bonds from State and local taxation; creating certain funds; providing for allocation of proceeds and for a legislative disaster oversight committee; and making appropriations.","description":"An Act implementing the provisions of clause (1) of subsection (a) of section 7 of Article VIII of the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania authorizing the incurring of debt for the rehabilitation of areas affected by Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee; imposing duties upon the Governor, the Auditor General and the State Treasurer; prescribing the procedures for the issuance, sale and payment of general obligations bonds, the funding of debt and refunding of bonds; exempting said bonds from State and local taxation; creating certain funds; providing for allocation of proceeds and for a legislative disaster oversight committee; and making appropriations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1911/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1911","sponsor":"Sandra Major"},
{"bill_id":342978,"bill_number":"SB1321","title":"Further providing for definitions, for contents, for plan not affected by certain collective bargaining agreements or settlements, for filing municipal debt adjustment under Federal law and for collective bargaining agreements, furlough of employees and disputes.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1987 (P.L.246, No.47), known as the Municipalities Financial Recovery Act, further providing for definitions, for contents, for plan not affected by certain collective bargaining agreements or settlements, for filing municipal debt adjustment under Federal law and for collective bargaining agreements, furlough of employees and disputes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 133","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1321/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1321","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":342980,"bill_number":"HB1957","title":"In health and accident insurance, providing for pregnancy as a preexisting condition and for coverage for maternity care; and, in health care insurance individual accessibility, further providing for policy choice for eligible individuals.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in health and accident insurance, providing for pregnancy as a preexisting condition and for coverage for maternity care; and, in health care insurance individual accessibility, further providing for policy choice for eligible individuals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1957/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1957","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":342982,"bill_number":"HR496","title":"Designating November 2011 as \"Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating November 2011 as \"Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-14","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR496/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=496","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":342984,"bill_number":"SR220","title":"Declaring November 14 through 18, 2011, as \"Juvenile Detention Centers Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution declaring November 14 through 18, 2011, as \"Juvenile Detention Centers Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR220/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=220","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":342985,"bill_number":"SR221","title":"Recognizing November 10, 2011, as \"Marine Corps Day\" in Pennsylvania in honor of the United States Marine Corps' 236th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution recognizing November 10, 2011, as \"Marine Corps Day\" in Pennsylvania in honor of the United States Marine Corps' 236th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR221/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=221","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":342986,"bill_number":"HB1956","title":"Designating State Route 16 from the entrance of Greencastle Borough, Franklin County, to the square or other end of the borough on State Route 16 as the Master Sergeant Benjamin F. Bitner Memorial Highway.","description":"An Act designating State Route 16 from the entrance of Greencastle Borough, Franklin County, to the square or other end of the borough on State Route 16 as the Master Sergeant Benjamin F. Bitner Memorial Highway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Act No. 50","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1956/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1956","sponsor":"Todd Rock"},
{"bill_id":342989,"bill_number":"SR223","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"Lung Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"Lung Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR223/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=223","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":342991,"bill_number":"SB1320","title":"Further providing for postconviction DNA testing.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for postconviction DNA testing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1320/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1320","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":342992,"bill_number":"SB1322","title":"In State System of Higher Education, further providing for purposes and general powers.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State System of Higher Education, further providing for purposes and general powers.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 134","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1322/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1322","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":342993,"bill_number":"SR222","title":"Honoring all military veterans on November 11, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring all military veterans on November 11, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-10-31","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-10-31","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR222/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=222","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":342994,"bill_number":"HB1954","title":"In authorized disposition of offenders, further providing for restitution for theft of timber; and, in particular rights and immunities, further providing for damages in actions for conversion of timber.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in authorized disposition of offenders, further providing for restitution for theft of timber; and, in particular rights and immunities, further providing for damages in actions for conversion of timber.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1954/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1954","sponsor":"Todd Rock"},
{"bill_id":342995,"bill_number":"HR494","title":"Recognizing the Montford Point Marines, who were the first African-American Marines in the United States, for receiving the Congressional Gold Medal.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the Montford Point Marines, who were the first African-American Marines in the United States, for receiving the Congressional Gold Medal.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-02","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR494/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=494","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":343008,"bill_number":"HB1955","title":"Designating Grant Street from Main Street in Waynesboro Borough, Franklin County, to the borough line at Route 316 as the Staff Sergeant Richard J. Tieman Memorial Highway.","description":"An Act designating Grant Street from Main Street in Waynesboro Borough, Franklin County, to the borough line at Route 316 as the Staff Sergeant Richard J. Tieman Memorial Highway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Act No. 49","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1955/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1955","sponsor":"Todd Rock"},
{"bill_id":343015,"bill_number":"HB1891","title":"Providing for bowling center operator civil immunity.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for bowling center operator civil immunity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1891/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1891","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":343016,"bill_number":"SB1327","title":"Further providing for department authorization, for fund, for application and approval process, for coordination, for asset improvement program and for programs of Statewide significance; and making repeals.","description":"An Act amending Titles 74 (Transportation) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for department authorization, for fund, for application and approval process, for coordination, for asset improvement program and for programs of Statewide significance; and making repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1327/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1327","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":343017,"bill_number":"SB1326","title":"Providing for intermodal transportation; further providing for definitions, for registration periods, for display of registration plates, for driver's license examinations, for expiration and renewal of drivers' licenses, for required financial responsibility, for speed timing devices, for inspection certificate violations, for display of unauthorized material and for surcharges; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Titles 74 (Transportation) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for intermodal transportation; further providing for definitions, for registration periods, for display of registration plates, for driver's license examinations, for expiration and renewal of drivers' licenses, for required financial responsibility, for speed timing devices, for inspection certificate violations, for display of unauthorized material and for surcharges; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1326/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1326","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":343021,"bill_number":"SB4","title":"Further providing for fees; providing for penalties for violations of traffic-control devices; and further providing for surcharges and for the definition and determination of \"average wholesale price.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for fees; providing for penalties for violations of traffic-control devices; and further providing for surcharges and for the definition and determination of \"average wholesale price.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB4/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=4","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":343022,"bill_number":"SR224","title":"Recognizing the week of November 13 through 19, 2011, as \"Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of November 13 through 19, 2011, as \"Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR224/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=224","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":343029,"bill_number":"HB1959","title":"In rates and ratemaking, providing for service outages by electric utilities.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rates and ratemaking, providing for service outages by electric utilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-02","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-11-02","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1959/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1959","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":343031,"bill_number":"HB1950","title":"Providing for an unconventional gas well fee and for transfers from the Oil and Gas Lease Fund; providing for distribution of fees and transfers; establishing the Natural Gas Energy Development Program; consolidating the Oil and Gas Act with modifications and additions relating to definitions, well permits, permit objections, comments by municipalities and storage operators, well location restrictions, well site restoration, protection of water supplies, notification to public drinking water systems, containment for unconventional wells, transportation records regarding wastewater fluids, corrosion control requirements, gathering lines, well control emergency response, hydraulic fracturing chemical discharge requirements, bonding, air containment emissions, public nuisances, enforcement orders, well control emergency cost recovery, penalties, civil penalties, inspection and production of materials, witnesses, depositions and rights of entry, third party liability and inspection reports; providing for local ordinances relating to oil and gas operations and for responsibility for fee; making an appropriation; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for an unconventional gas well fee and for transfers from the Oil and Gas Lease Fund; providing for distribution of fees and transfers; establishing the Natural Gas Energy Development Program; consolidating the Oil and Gas Act with modifications and additions relating to definitions, well permits, permit objections, comments by municipalities and storage operators, well location restrictions, well site restoration, protection of water supplies, notification to public drinking water systems, containment for unconventional wells, transportation records regarding wastewater fluids, corrosion control requirements, gathering lines, well control emergency response, hydraulic fracturing chemical discharge requirements, bonding, air containment emissions, public nuisances, enforcement orders, well control emergency cost recovery, penalties, civil penalties, inspection and production of materials, witnesses, depositions and rights of entry, third party liability and inspection reports; providing for local ordinances relating to oil and gas operations and for responsibility for fee; making an appropriation; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Act No. 13","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1950/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1950","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":343040,"bill_number":"SR225","title":"Recognizing the month of November 2011 as \"Assistive Technology Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of November 2011 as \"Assistive Technology Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR225/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=225","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":343042,"bill_number":"HB1915","title":"A Supplement to the act of December 8, 1982 (P.L.848, No.235), entitled \"An act providing for the adoption of capital projects related to the repair, rehabilitation or replacement of highway bridges to be financed from current revenue or by the incurring of debt and capital projects related to highway and safety improvement projects to be financed from current revenue of the Motor License Fund,\" itemizing public highway projects to be constructed by the Department of Transportation from current revenue in the Motor License Fund; and stating the estimated useful life of the projects.","description":"A Supplement to the act of December 8, 1982 (P.L.848, No.235), entitled \"An act providing for the adoption of capital projects related to the repair, rehabilitation or replacement of highway bridges to be financed from current revenue or by the incurring of debt and capital projects related to highway and safety improvement projects to be financed from current revenue of the Motor License Fund,\" itemizing public highway projects to be constructed by the Department of Transportation from current revenue in the Motor License Fund; and stating the estimated useful life of the projects.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-04-20","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1915/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1915","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":343043,"bill_number":"SR226","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"Hydrocephalus Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania, and urging governmental agencies to collect disease incidence data relating to hydrocephalus.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"Hydrocephalus Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania, and urging governmental agencies to collect disease incidence data relating to hydrocephalus.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR226/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=226","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":343058,"bill_number":"HB1975","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in general requirements, further providing for well permits, for well location restrictions and for protection of water supplies.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in general requirements, further providing for well permits, for well location restrictions and for protection of water supplies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1975/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1975","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":343060,"bill_number":"HB1961","title":"Further providing for purpose, for definitions and for liability.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.893, No.141), known as the Volunteer Health Services Act, further providing for purpose, for definitions and for liability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1961/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1961","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":343061,"bill_number":"HB1913","title":"Authorizing abatement of real estate taxes because of destruction or damage of property by Hurricane Irene or Tropical Storm Lee, or the refund of the amount of such taxes by certain political subdivisions; and authorizing reassessment of properties retroactive to August 1, 2011, and a limited moratorium on the increase of certain real estate taxes.","description":"An Act authorizing abatement of real estate taxes because of destruction or damage of property by Hurricane Irene or Tropical Storm Lee, or the refund of the amount of such taxes by certain political subdivisions; and authorizing reassessment of properties retroactive to August 1, 2011, and a limited moratorium on the increase of certain real estate taxes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Act No. 71","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1913/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1913","sponsor":"Lynda Schlegel Culver"},
{"bill_id":343064,"bill_number":"HB1958","title":"Extensively revising provisions relating to registration of sexual offenders pursuant to Federal mandate; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 23 (Domestic Relations), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure), 44 (Law and Justice) and 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, extensively revising provisions relating to registration of sexual offenders pursuant to Federal mandate; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-11-02","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1958/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1958","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":343066,"bill_number":"HR497","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"Lung Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"Lung Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR497/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=497","sponsor":"Jerome Knowles"},
{"bill_id":343075,"bill_number":"HB1964","title":"Further providing for automated red light enforcement systems in first class cities; and abrogating a regulation.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for automated red light enforcement systems in first class cities; and abrogating a regulation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1964/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1964","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":343079,"bill_number":"HB1963","title":"Providing for sentencing for certain firearms offense while on probation or parole.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for sentencing for certain firearms offense while on probation or parole.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1963/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1963","sponsor":"William Keller"},
{"bill_id":343086,"bill_number":"HR498","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"King James Bible Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"King James Bible Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR498/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=498","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":343089,"bill_number":"HB1962","title":"Further providing for additional alternative energy sources.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for additional alternative energy sources.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-03","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-11-03","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1962/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1962","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":343112,"bill_number":"HB1966","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for definitions and for classes of income; and, in corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for definitions and for classes of income; and, in corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1966/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1966","sponsor":"Ken Smith"},
{"bill_id":343113,"bill_number":"HB1659","title":"Providing for the effective and thorough review of permit applications to the Department of Environmental Protection and other entities to ensure environmental protection and foster economic growth.","description":"An Act providing for the effective and thorough review of permit applications to the Department of Environmental Protection and other entities to ensure environmental protection and foster economic growth.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1659/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1659","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":343115,"bill_number":"HB1968","title":"Further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1968/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1968","sponsor":"Frank Farry"},
{"bill_id":343116,"bill_number":"HB1967","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for special emergency legislation.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for special emergency legislation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1967/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1967","sponsor":"Gerald Mullery"},
{"bill_id":343119,"bill_number":"HB1965","title":"Providing for nondiscrimination by payers in health care benefit plans.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for nondiscrimination by payers in health care benefit plans.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1965/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1965","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":343130,"bill_number":"HB1916","title":"Itemizing public improvement projects for flood protection and flood damage repair to be constructed by the Department of General Services, together with their estimated financial costs; providing for the adoption of specific disaster mitigation or assistance projects or flood assistance projects, together with their estimated financial costs; authorizing the use of interest earnings held by the Commonwealth Financing Authority for funding the projects; and making appropriations.","description":"An Act itemizing public improvement projects for flood protection and flood damage repair to be constructed by the Department of General Services, together with their estimated financial costs; providing for the adoption of specific disaster mitigation or assistance projects or flood assistance projects, together with their estimated financial costs; authorizing the use of interest earnings held by the Commonwealth Financing Authority for funding the projects; and making appropriations.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1916/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1916","sponsor":"David Millard"},
{"bill_id":343160,"bill_number":"HB1969","title":"Further providing for additional powers of incorporated institutions related to conduct of business; providing for ownership of property; and further providing for names permitted to be used and for prohibition of adoption, use or advertisement of certain names, titles and descriptions.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 1965 (P.L.847, No.356), known as the Banking Code of 1965, further providing for additional powers of incorporated institutions related to conduct of business; providing for ownership of property; and further providing for names permitted to be used and for prohibition of adoption, use or advertisement of certain names, titles and descriptions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1969/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1969","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":343164,"bill_number":"HB1970","title":"Further providing for vehicles exempt from registration and for limits on number of towed vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for vehicles exempt from registration and for limits on number of towed vehicles.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 163","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1970/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1970","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":343166,"bill_number":"HR499","title":"Congratulating and recognizing Pennsylvania's American Indian peoples and communities.","description":"A Resolution congratulating and recognizing Pennsylvania's American Indian peoples and communities.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-14","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR499/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=499","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":343273,"bill_number":"SB1328","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1328/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1328","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":343336,"bill_number":"HB1971","title":"In pupils and attendance and in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, providing for consideration of the residences of registered sex offenders by the Department of Transportation in evaluating the hazards to child safety in walking to school.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance and in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, providing for consideration of the residences of registered sex offenders by the Department of Transportation in evaluating the hazards to child safety in walking to school.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1971/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1971","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":343340,"bill_number":"HB1976","title":"Further providing for original jurisdiction and venue in courts of common pleas; and providing for venue in personal injury actions against corporations and similar entities.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for original jurisdiction and venue in courts of common pleas; and providing for venue in personal injury actions against corporations and similar entities.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-11-10","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1976/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1976","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":343362,"bill_number":"HB1974","title":"In minors, providing for the offense of selling or furnishing spray paint to minors.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in minors, providing for the offense of selling or furnishing spray paint to minors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1974/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1974","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":343424,"bill_number":"SB1333","title":"Further providing for coverage for mammographic examinations.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, further providing for coverage for mammographic examinations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1333/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1333","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":343521,"bill_number":"HB1863","title":"Providing for a natural gas severance tax; establishing accounts and funds; and providing for use of revenue.","description":"An Act amending Title 72 (Taxation and Fiscal Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a natural gas severance tax; establishing accounts and funds; and providing for use of revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1863/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1863","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":343587,"bill_number":"SB1329","title":"Further providing for prohibited means of destruction of animals, for methods of destruction of animals, for exclusions and for use of carbon monoxide systems; providing for disclosure; and further providing for penalty.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.303, No.83), referred to as the Animal Destruction Method Authorization Law, further providing for prohibited means of destruction of animals, for methods of destruction of animals, for exclusions and for use of carbon monoxide systems; providing for disclosure; and further providing for penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-03-30","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1329/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1329","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":343602,"bill_number":"HR500","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and commending the work of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and commending the work of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR500/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=500","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":343624,"bill_number":"HB1972","title":"Providing for a research and development tax credit; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a research and development tax credit; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-11-09","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1972/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1972","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":343684,"bill_number":"SB1331","title":"Establishing the Real Rainy Day Fund; and providing for the deposit of a portion of the liquor tax into the fund and for use of fund.","description":"An Act establishing the Real Rainy Day Fund; and providing for the deposit of a portion of the liquor tax into the fund and for use of fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-10","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1331/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1331","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":343687,"bill_number":"SB1317","title":"Further providing for rates and contracts.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for rates and contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-10","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1317/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1317","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":343688,"bill_number":"SB1330","title":"Providing for the dissolution of nonviable boroughs; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, providing for the dissolution of nonviable boroughs; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-10","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1330/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1330","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":343690,"bill_number":"SB1337","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Commission on Conviction Integrity; and imposing powers and duties.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Commission on Conviction Integrity; and imposing powers and duties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1337/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1337","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":343693,"bill_number":"SB1338","title":"Providing for tampering with biological evidence; further providing for expungement; providing for informant testimony, further providing for controlled substance forfeiture, for sovereign immunity and for exceptions to sovereign immunity; providing for wrongful conviction and imprisonment; further providing for preservation of biological evidence; repealing provisions relating to postconviction DNA testing; further providing for jurisdiction and proceedings; providing for postconviction DNA testing; and providing for comparisons with CODIS data, for recording of custodial interrogations, for eyewitness identifications, for forensic laboratories and for powers and duties of the board.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for tampering with biological evidence; further providing for expungement; providing for informant testimony, further providing for controlled substance forfeiture, for sovereign immunity and for exceptions to sovereign immunity; providing for wrongful conviction and imprisonment; further providing for preservation of biological evidence; repealing provisions relating to postconviction DNA testing; further providing for jurisdiction and proceedings; providing for postconviction DNA testing; and providing for comparisons with CODIS data, for recording of custodial interrogations, for eyewitness identifications, for forensic laboratories and for powers and duties of the board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1338/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1338","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":343696,"bill_number":"SB1336","title":"Dividing the act into Federal compliance and Commonwealth exclusivity; in Federal compliance, further providing for definitions, for required filings, for review procedure, for notice of disapproval, for use of disapproved forms or rates, for review of form or rate disapproval, for disapproval after use, for filing of provider contracts, for record maintenance, for public comment and for penalties and providing for regulations and for expiration; in Commonwealth exclusivity, providing for regulations and for action by the Insurance Commissioner; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 1996 (P.L.1066, No.159), known as the Accident and Health Filing Reform Act, dividing the act into Federal compliance and Commonwealth exclusivity; in Federal compliance, further providing for definitions, for required filings, for review procedure, for notice of disapproval, for use of disapproved forms or rates, for review of form or rate disapproval, for disapproval after use, for filing of provider contracts, for record maintenance, for public comment and for penalties and providing for regulations and for expiration; in Commonwealth exclusivity, providing for regulations and for action by the Insurance Commissioner; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 134","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1336/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1336","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":343697,"bill_number":"SB1315","title":"In hospital plan corporations, further providing for rates and contracts.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hospital plan corporations, further providing for rates and contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-10","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1315/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1315","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":343698,"bill_number":"SB1318","title":"In general regulation, providing for contract negotiation; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general regulation, providing for contract negotiation; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-10","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1318/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1318","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":343699,"bill_number":"SB1316","title":"Further providing for criteria for institutions of purely public charity.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 26, 1997 (P.L.508, No.55), known as the Institutions of Purely Public Charity Act, further providing for criteria for institutions of purely public charity.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-10","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1316/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1316","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":343704,"bill_number":"SB1332","title":"Requiring the notification of breast density to patients who receive a mammogram.","description":"An Act requiring the notification of breast density to patients who receive a mammogram.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-10","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-11-10","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1332/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1332","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":343705,"bill_number":"SB1324","title":"In particular rights and immunities, providing for actions to quiet title involving subsurface rights.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in particular rights and immunities, providing for actions to quiet title involving subsurface rights.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1324/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1324","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":343851,"bill_number":"SB1334","title":"Further providing for additional powers of incorporated institutions related to conduct of business; and providing for ownership of property.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 1965 (P.L.847, No.356), known as the Banking Code of 1965, further providing for additional powers of incorporated institutions related to conduct of business; and providing for ownership of property.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-14","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1334/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1334","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":343852,"bill_number":"SB1339","title":"In financial responsibility, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in financial responsibility, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-14","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-14","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1339/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1339","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":343855,"bill_number":"HB1979","title":"Further providing for the offense of scattering rubbish, for the acknowledgment of littering provisions and for the offense of depositing of waste and other material on highway, property or waters.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of scattering rubbish, for the acknowledgment of littering provisions and for the offense of depositing of waste and other material on highway, property or waters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1979/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1979","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":343856,"bill_number":"SB1319","title":"Providing for wastewater processing cooperative planning.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, providing for wastewater processing cooperative planning.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-14","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-11-14","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1319/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1319","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":343857,"bill_number":"HB1990","title":"Further providing for persons required to report suspected child abuse and for penalties for failure to report or to refer.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for persons required to report suspected child abuse and for penalties for failure to report or to refer.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1990/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1990","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":343858,"bill_number":"SB1335","title":"Further providing for names permitted to be used and for prohibition of adoption, use or advertisement of certain names, titles and descriptions.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 1965 (P.L.847, No.356), known as the Banking Code of 1965, further providing for names permitted to be used and for prohibition of adoption, use or advertisement of certain names, titles and descriptions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2011-12-22","last_action":"Act No. 133","last_action_date":"2011-12-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1335/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1335","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":343859,"bill_number":"HB1978","title":"In preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for peace officers and no peace officers within 100 feet of polling place.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for peace officers and no peace officers within 100 feet of polling place.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1978/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1978","sponsor":"Joseph Hackett"},
{"bill_id":343860,"bill_number":"HB1977","title":"Providing for compliance with Federal health care legislation.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for compliance with Federal health care legislation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1977/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1977","sponsor":"Donna Oberlander"},
{"bill_id":343861,"bill_number":"HB1981","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"purchase price\"; and abrogating a regulation.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for the definition of \"purchase price\"; and abrogating a regulation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1981/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1981","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":343862,"bill_number":"HB1982","title":"Further providing for appointment of members of an authority; providing for members of an authority in cities of the first class; further providing for qualifications, tenure and compensation of members of an authority; providing for ethics standards; and further providing for organization of an authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, further providing for appointment of members of an authority; providing for members of an authority in cities of the first class; further providing for qualifications, tenure and compensation of members of an authority; providing for ethics standards; and further providing for organization of an authority.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1982/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1982","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":343863,"bill_number":"HR501","title":"Memorializing the Senate of the United States to reject the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Senate of the United States to reject the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR501/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=501","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":343864,"bill_number":"HB1991","title":"Further providing for legislative findings and for definitions; providing for verification of eligibility, for fraud reporting to Inspector General and for conflict of interest policy; further providing for weatherization and energy conservation; providing for performance audits by the Auditor General; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1986 (P.L.1398, No.122), known as the Energy Conservation and Assistance Act, further providing for legislative findings and for definitions; providing for verification of eligibility, for fraud reporting to Inspector General and for conflict of interest policy; further providing for weatherization and energy conservation; providing for performance audits by the Auditor General; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 164","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1991/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1991","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":343865,"bill_number":"HB1988","title":"Defining \"arbitration settlement.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1987 (P.L.246, No.47), known as the Municipalities Financial Recovery Act, defining \"arbitration settlement.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-20","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-12-20","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1988/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1988","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":343866,"bill_number":"HB1985","title":"Regulating appropriations to the Department of Corrections.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, regulating appropriations to the Department of Corrections.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1985/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1985","sponsor":"Michael Fleck"},
{"bill_id":343867,"bill_number":"SR228","title":"Designating November 17, 2011, as \"Children's Grief Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating November 17, 2011, as \"Children's Grief Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-14","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR228/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=228","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":343868,"bill_number":"HB5","title":"Apportioning this Commonwealth into congressional districts in conformity with constitutional requirements; providing for the nomination and election of Congressmen; and requiring publication of notice of the establishment of congressional districts following the Federal decennial census.","description":"An Act apportioning this Commonwealth into congressional districts in conformity with constitutional requirements; providing for the nomination and election of Congressmen; and requiring publication of notice of the establishment of congressional districts following the Federal decennial census.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB5/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=5","sponsor":"Michael Turzai"},
{"bill_id":343869,"bill_number":"HB1984","title":"In licensing of drivers, further providing for surrender of license and for probationary license.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, further providing for surrender of license and for probationary license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1984/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1984","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":343870,"bill_number":"HB1986","title":"In veterans' organizations, providing for municipal fee exemptions.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in veterans' organizations, providing for municipal fee exemptions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1986/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1986","sponsor":"Thomas Quigley"},
{"bill_id":343871,"bill_number":"SR227","title":"Designating the week of November 13 through 19, 2011, as \"Rural Health Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of November 13 through 19, 2011, as \"Rural Health Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-14","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR227/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=227","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":343872,"bill_number":"HB1987","title":"Providing for gas transmission line fees.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for gas transmission line fees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1987/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1987","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":343873,"bill_number":"HB1983","title":"Dividing the act into Federal compliance and Commonwealth exclusivity; in Federal compliance, further providing for definitions, for required filings, for review procedure, for notice of disapproval, for use of disapproved forms or rates, for review of form or rate disapproval, for disapproval after use, for filing of provider contracts, for record maintenance, for public comment and for penalties and providing for regulations and for expiration; in Commonwealth exclusivity, providing for regulations and for action by the Insurance Commissioner; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 1996 (P.L.1066, No.159), known as the Accident and Health Filing Reform Act, dividing the act into Federal compliance and Commonwealth exclusivity; in Federal compliance, further providing for definitions, for required filings, for review procedure, for notice of disapproval, for use of disapproved forms or rates, for review of form or rate disapproval, for disapproval after use, for filing of provider contracts, for record maintenance, for public comment and for penalties and providing for regulations and for expiration; in Commonwealth exclusivity, providing for regulations and for action by the Insurance Commissioner; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1983/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1983","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":343895,"bill_number":"HB1989","title":"Further providing for duties relating to missing children and other missing persons.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for duties relating to missing children and other missing persons.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1989/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1989","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":343896,"bill_number":"HR503","title":"Recognizing the centennial celebration of the Magee-Womens Hospital and commending its staff for dedication, service and excellence of care to the women of Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the centennial celebration of the Magee-Womens Hospital and commending its staff for dedication, service and excellence of care to the women of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-17","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR503/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=503","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":343897,"bill_number":"SR231","title":"Observing the week of November 20 through 26, 2011, as \"National Family Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing the week of November 20 through 26, 2011, as \"National Family Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR231/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=231","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":343898,"bill_number":"HR506","title":"Recognizing December as \"Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign Month.\"","description":"A Resolution recognizing December as \"Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign Month.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR506/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=506","sponsor":"Timothy Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":343899,"bill_number":"HB2017","title":"In rules of the road in general, prohibiting interactive wireless communications devices in work zones.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rules of the road in general, prohibiting interactive wireless communications devices in work zones.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2017/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2017","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":343900,"bill_number":"HB2016","title":"Providing for the definition of \"commercial sex\"; further providing for trafficking of persons; and providing for the offense of selling or buying of minors into commercial sex and for action for coercion into prostitution.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the definition of \"commercial sex\"; further providing for trafficking of persons; and providing for the offense of selling or buying of minors into commercial sex and for action for coercion into prostitution.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2016/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2016","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":343901,"bill_number":"HB1993","title":"Providing for gas transmission line right-of-way.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for gas transmission line right-of-way.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1993/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1993","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":343902,"bill_number":"HB2015","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for Major League Baseball, National Hockey League or National Basketball Association 50/50 raffles; and further providing for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for definitions; providing for Major League Baseball, National Hockey League or National Basketball Association 50/50 raffles; and further providing for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2015/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2015","sponsor":"Paul Costa"},
{"bill_id":343903,"bill_number":"SR230","title":"Designating November 17, 2011, as \"World Prematurity Day\" in Pennsylvania, the first ever global effort to raise awareness about the issue of premature birth around the world.","description":"A Resolution designating November 17, 2011, as \"World Prematurity Day\" in Pennsylvania, the first ever global effort to raise awareness about the issue of premature birth around the world.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-11-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR230/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=230","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":343904,"bill_number":"HB1992","title":"Providing for violence prevention committees in health care facilities, for their powers and duties, for remedies and for the powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry.","description":"An Act providing for violence prevention committees in health care facilities, for their powers and duties, for remedies and for the powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1992/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1992","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":343905,"bill_number":"SB1340","title":"In assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault; in enforcement, further providing for interference with officers of the Pennsylvania Game Commission and of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission; providing for the offense of assaulting an officer; further providing for jurisdiction and penalties and for disposition of fines and penalties; and, in game or wildlife protection, further providing for killing game or wildlife to protect person, for unlawful importation of game or wildlife, for unlawful taking and possession of protected birds, for possession or interference with active nests or eggs of birds, for unlawful sale of protected birds and plumage and for hunting or furtaking prohibited while under influence of alcohol or controlled substance.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 30 (Fish) and 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault; in enforcement, further providing for interference with officers of the Pennsylvania Game Commission and of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission; providing for the offense of assaulting an officer; further providing for jurisdiction and penalties and for disposition of fines and penalties; and, in game or wildlife protection, further providing for killing game or wildlife to protect person, for unlawful importation of game or wildlife, for unlawful taking and possession of protected birds, for possession or interference with active nests or eggs of birds, for unlawful sale of protected birds and plumage and for hunting or furtaking prohibited while under influence of alcohol or controlled substance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1340/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1340","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":343906,"bill_number":"HR504","title":"Designating the week of November 13 through 19, 2011, as \"Rural Health Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of November 13 through 19, 2011, as \"Rural Health Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-17","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2011-11-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR504/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=504","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":343917,"bill_number":"SR232","title":"Recognizing December 4, 2011, as \"Pallister-Killian Syndrome Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing December 4, 2011, as \"Pallister-Killian Syndrome Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR232/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=232","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":343918,"bill_number":"HB2023","title":"Further providing for rights of railroad or street railway policemen.","description":"An Act amending Title 22 (Detectives and Private Police) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for rights of railroad or street railway policemen.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-18","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-18","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2023/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2023","sponsor":"Cherelle Parker"},
{"bill_id":343919,"bill_number":"SR234","title":"Commemorating December 7, 2011, as \"Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.\"","description":"A Resolution commemorating December 7, 2011, as \"Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR234/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=234","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":343920,"bill_number":"HB2027","title":"Designating State Route 422, from its intersection with State Route 724 in the Borough of Sinking Spring, Berks County, to the west end of the Borough of Robesonia, Berks County, as the Kyle D. Pagerly Memorial Highway.","description":"An Act designating State Route 422, from its intersection with State Route 724 in the Borough of Sinking Spring, Berks County, to the west end of the Borough of Robesonia, Berks County, as the Kyle D. Pagerly Memorial Highway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Act No. 77","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2027/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2027","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":343921,"bill_number":"HR505","title":"A Concurrent Resolution disapproving a Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission regulation on Natural Gas Distribution Companies and the Promotion of Competitive Retail Markets.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution disapproving a Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission regulation on Natural Gas Distribution Companies and the Promotion of Competitive Retail Markets.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Re-committed to CONSUMER AFFAIRS (Pursuant to Rule 71)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR505/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=505","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":343922,"bill_number":"SR233","title":"Encouraging participation in the \"Hunters Sharing the Harvest\" program in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution encouraging participation in the \"Hunters Sharing the Harvest\" program in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-11-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-11-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR233/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=233","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":343923,"bill_number":"HB2021","title":"Designating a portion of PA Route 191 in Washington Township, Northampton County, as the \"World War II Homefront Heroes Highway.\"","description":"An Act designating a portion of PA Route 191 in Washington Township, Northampton County, as the \"World War II Homefront Heroes Highway.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2021/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2021","sponsor":"Joseph Emrick"},
{"bill_id":343924,"bill_number":"HB2018","title":"Designating the bridge crossing the Lackawanna River along 8th Avenue, also known as U.S. Business Route 6, in downtown Carbondale, Lackawanna County, as the 109th Infantry Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge crossing the Lackawanna River along 8th Avenue, also known as U.S. Business Route 6, in downtown Carbondale, Lackawanna County, as the 109th Infantry Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2018/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2018","sponsor":"Sid Kavulich"},
{"bill_id":343925,"bill_number":"HB2019","title":"Imposing an additional sales and use tax and personal income tax; prohibiting the imposition of real property tax by school districts and municipalities; establishing the School Property Tax Elimination Fund; and providing for school district and municipality tax options and for duties of the Department of Revenue and the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee.","description":"An Act imposing an additional sales and use tax and personal income tax; prohibiting the imposition of real property tax by school districts and municipalities; establishing the School Property Tax Elimination Fund; and providing for school district and municipality tax options and for duties of the Department of Revenue and the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2019/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2019","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":343926,"bill_number":"HB2022","title":"Providing for the Pennsylvania Business Permitting Portal; creating the Pennsylvania Business Permitting Portal Advisory Committee; providing for cooperation between the committee and Commonwealth agencies and for preservation of Commonwealth agency authority; and providing for upgrades to information technology systems.","description":"An Act providing for the Pennsylvania Business Permitting Portal; creating the Pennsylvania Business Permitting Portal Advisory Committee; providing for cooperation between the committee and Commonwealth agencies and for preservation of Commonwealth agency authority; and providing for upgrades to information technology systems.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-07","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2022/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2022","sponsor":"Michael Peifer"},
{"bill_id":343935,"bill_number":"HB2026","title":"In child protective services, further providing for education and training.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child protective services, further providing for education and training.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-18","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-11-18","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2026/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2026","sponsor":"Douglas Reichley"},
{"bill_id":343941,"bill_number":"HR526","title":"Designating November 26, 2011, as \"Small Business Saturday\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating November 26, 2011, as \"Small Business Saturday\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR526/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=526","sponsor":"John Maher"},
{"bill_id":343945,"bill_number":"HB2028","title":"In grounds and buildings, further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exceptions; in charter schools, further providing for charter school requirements; in education empowerment, further providing for applicability; in Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, further providing for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance; in State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts; and making a related repeal.","description":"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 work to be done under contract let on bids and exceptions; in charter schools, further providing for charter school requirements; in education empowerment, further providing for applicability; in Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, further providing for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance; in State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-11-18","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2028/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2028","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":343947,"bill_number":"HB2025","title":"In senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, in senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2025/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2025","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":343956,"bill_number":"HB2029","title":"Prohibiting the application of foreign law which would impair constitutional rights.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting the application of foreign law which would impair constitutional rights.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-18","last_action":"Re-referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2029/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2029","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":343959,"bill_number":"HB1999","title":"Providing for persons required to report suspected child sexual abuse.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for persons required to report suspected child sexual abuse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1999/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1999","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":343960,"bill_number":"HR507","title":"Declaring the week of December 4 through 10, 2011, as \"Dream Come True Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution declaring the week of December 4 through 10, 2011, as \"Dream Come True Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR507/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=507","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":343965,"bill_number":"HB2032","title":"Defining the offense of theft of secondary metal; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, defining the offense of theft of secondary metal; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-02-08","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2032/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2032","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":343966,"bill_number":"HB2031","title":"Providing standards for certain carbon monoxide alarms; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing standards for certain carbon monoxide alarms; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-11-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2031/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2031","sponsor":"Frank Farry"},
{"bill_id":343967,"bill_number":"HR502","title":"Designating November 21, 2011, as \"Blue Health Solutions Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating November 21, 2011, as \"Blue Health Solutions Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR502/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=502","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":343968,"bill_number":"HB2030","title":"Further providing for reports related to redevelopment assistance capital projects and for funding and administration of redevelopment assistance capital projects.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 9, 1999 (P.L.1, No.1), known as the Capital Facilities Debt Enabling Act, further providing for reports related to redevelopment assistance capital projects and for funding and administration of redevelopment assistance capital projects.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-28","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-11-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2030/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2030","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":343971,"bill_number":"SB1299","title":"In financial responsibility, further providing for required financial responsibility.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in financial responsibility, further providing for required financial responsibility.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-21","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-21","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1299/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1299","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":343973,"bill_number":"SB1341","title":"Providing for a tax credit for employer dependent and child care.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a tax credit for employer dependent and child care.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1341/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1341","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":344034,"bill_number":"SB1346","title":"Further providing for definitions, for eligibility and project inventory, for landowner liability limitation and exceptions, for project liability limitation and exceptions and for exceptions.","description":"An Act amending Title 27 (Environmental Resources) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for eligibility and project inventory, for landowner liability limitation and exceptions, for project liability limitation and exceptions and for exceptions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1346/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1346","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":344039,"bill_number":"SB1344","title":"In registration of vehicles, further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, further providing for person with disability plate and placard.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-21","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-21","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1344/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1344","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":344067,"bill_number":"SB1306","title":"In financial responsibility, further providing for exclusion from benefits.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in financial responsibility, further providing for exclusion from benefits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-21","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-21","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1306/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1306","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":344079,"bill_number":"SB1325","title":"Providing for discontinuation of volunteer emergency services.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for discontinuation of volunteer emergency services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-22","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2011-11-22","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1325/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1325","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":344080,"bill_number":"SB1312","title":"Further providing for release of information in confidential reports.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for release of information in confidential reports.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-22","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-11-22","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1312/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1312","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":344083,"bill_number":"SB1343","title":"Further providing for funding for charter schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for funding for charter schools.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-22","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1343/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1343","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":344086,"bill_number":"SB1347","title":"Providing for earned income tax credit notification.","description":"An Act providing for earned income tax credit notification.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1347/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1347","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":344094,"bill_number":"SB1345","title":"Providing for streamlined procedures for reviewing applications for the modification or collocation of wireless communications facilities and wireless support structures.","description":"An Act providing for streamlined procedures for reviewing applications for the modification or collocation of wireless communications facilities and wireless support structures.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 191","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1345/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1345","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":344124,"bill_number":"HB2037","title":"Further providing for prohibited acts and penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for prohibited acts and penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-30","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-11-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2037/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2037","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":344129,"bill_number":"HB2038","title":"In the emergency medical services system, further providing for emergency medical services providers and for certification sanctions; and providing for a conviction policy with a penalty.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in the emergency medical services system, further providing for emergency medical services providers and for certification sanctions; and providing for a conviction policy with a penalty.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-11-30","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2038/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2038","sponsor":"Timothy Hennessey"},
{"bill_id":344137,"bill_number":"SB1349","title":"Providing for employment history review.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for employment history review.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1349/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1349","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":344143,"bill_number":"HR508","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the cost of Federal mandates and the amount of funding received by the Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the cost of Federal mandates and the amount of funding received by the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR508/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=508","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":344145,"bill_number":"HR509","title":"Honoring the life of United States Marine Corps Corporal Jonathan Dean Faircloth, who died while taking part in training maneuvers at Marine Corps Base Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of United States Marine Corps Corporal Jonathan Dean Faircloth, who died while taking part in training maneuvers at Marine Corps Base Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR509/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=509","sponsor":"Sheryl Delozier"},
{"bill_id":344150,"bill_number":"SB1348","title":"Providing for a school-to-work tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a school-to-work tax credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-11-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-11-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1348/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1348","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":344155,"bill_number":"HB2033","title":"Providing for auction of registration plates.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for auction of registration plates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-11-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2033/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2033","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":344158,"bill_number":"HB2036","title":"In licensing of drivers, further providing for judicial review and for cancellation of driver's license; and in commercial drivers, further providing for definitions; providing for type of driving certification requirements, for medical certification and for noncompliance with certification requirements; and further providing for commercial driver's license and for disqualification.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, further providing for judicial review and for cancellation of driver's license; and in commercial drivers, further providing for definitions; providing for type of driving certification requirements, for medical certification and for noncompliance with certification requirements; and further providing for commercial driver's license and for disqualification.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-20","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-21","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2036/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2036","sponsor":"Richard Geist"},
{"bill_id":344159,"bill_number":"HR510","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to support full funding for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to support full funding for the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-14","last_action":"Adopted (186-3)","last_action_date":"2012-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR510/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=510","sponsor":"Frank Farry"},
{"bill_id":344163,"bill_number":"HB2035","title":"Extending the scope of the act to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 25, 1982 (P.L.633, No.181), known as the Regulatory Review Act, extending the scope of the act to the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-28","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-11-28","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2035/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2035","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":344169,"bill_number":"HB2034","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of commission; and establishing the Antlerless Deer Harvest Committee.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for powers and duties of commission; and establishing the Antlerless Deer Harvest Committee.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-28","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-11-28","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2034/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2034","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":344231,"bill_number":"HB2039","title":"In public assistance, further providing for eligibility for persons with drug-related felonies.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, further providing for eligibility for persons with drug-related felonies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-11-30","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2011-11-30","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2039/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2039","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":344286,"bill_number":"HB2043","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for powers and duties of Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 165","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2043/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2043","sponsor":"Marcia Hahn"},
{"bill_id":344287,"bill_number":"HB2042","title":"Authorizing counties to impose sales, use and occupancy taxes; and providing for an optional sales and use tax for first class cities, for the levying, assessment and collection of taxes and for the powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development or any successor agency, the Department of Revenue and the State Treasurer.","description":"An Act authorizing counties to impose sales, use and occupancy taxes; and providing for an optional sales and use tax for first class cities, for the levying, assessment and collection of taxes and for the powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development or any successor agency, the Department of Revenue and the State Treasurer.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-01","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-01","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2042/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2042","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":344288,"bill_number":"HB2041","title":"Authorizing counties to impose sales, use and occupancy taxes; providing for the levying, assessment and collection of taxes and for the powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development, the Department of Revenue and the State Treasurer; and establishing the County Sales, Use and Occupancy Tax Fund.","description":"An Act authorizing counties to impose sales, use and occupancy taxes; providing for the levying, assessment and collection of taxes and for the powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development, the Department of Revenue and the State Treasurer; and establishing the County Sales, Use and Occupancy Tax Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-01","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-01","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2041/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2041","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":344291,"bill_number":"HB2040","title":"Further providing for eligibility and for compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for eligibility and for compensation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-01","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2011-12-01","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2040/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2040","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":344330,"bill_number":"HR511","title":"Recognizing December 1, 2011, as \"World AIDS Day,\" fostering public awareness of the HIV/AIDS pandemic and remembering the millions of individuals diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and the global challenges associated with eradicating this deadly disease.","description":"A Resolution recognizing December 1, 2011, as \"World AIDS Day,\" fostering public awareness of the HIV/AIDS pandemic and remembering the millions of individuals diagnosed with HIV/AIDS and the global challenges associated with eradicating this deadly disease.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR511/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=511","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":344331,"bill_number":"HR512","title":"Honoring the life of United States Staff Sergeant Edward D. Mills, Jr., who was killed in action on Thursday, May 26, 2011, in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan, during a combat mission supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of United States Staff Sergeant Edward D. Mills, Jr., who was killed in action on Thursday, May 26, 2011, in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan, during a combat mission supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR512/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=512","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":344334,"bill_number":"HR514","title":"Recognizing December 6, 2011, as \"Men's Health Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing December 6, 2011, as \"Men's Health Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR514/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=514","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":344340,"bill_number":"HB2045","title":"Designating the bridge that carries State Route 26 over the Raystown branch of the Juniata River in the borough of Everett, Bedford County, as the Sergeant Robert W. Hartsock Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge that carries State Route 26 over the Raystown branch of the Juniata River in the borough of Everett, Bedford County, as the Sergeant Robert W. Hartsock Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-17","last_action":"Act No. 44","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2045/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2045","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":344341,"bill_number":"HR513","title":"Honoring Cassie James Holdsworth, the Director of National Advocacy and Policy for Liberty Resources, Inc., for her service to the disabled community, for her tireless advocacy for the rights of persons with disabilities and for her strength in overcoming the obstacles and challenges of her disabilities while fulfilling her duties as an American citizen by exercising her First Amendment rights.","description":"A Resolution honoring Cassie James Holdsworth, the Director of National Advocacy and Policy for Liberty Resources, Inc., for her service to the disabled community, for her tireless advocacy for the rights of persons with disabilities and for her strength in overcoming the obstacles and challenges of her disabilities while fulfilling her duties as an American citizen by exercising her First Amendment rights.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR513/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=513","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":344352,"bill_number":"HB2044","title":"Providing for restrictions on nomination petitions.","description":"An Act amending Title 25 (Elections) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for restrictions on nomination petitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2044/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2044","sponsor":"Todd Rock"},
{"bill_id":344366,"bill_number":"HR515","title":"Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and commending the organization for its outstanding efforts to enhance the lives of western Pennsylvanians.","description":"A Resolution celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and commending the organization for its outstanding efforts to enhance the lives of western Pennsylvanians.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-06","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR515/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=515","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":344840,"bill_number":"HB2051","title":"Further defining \"Commonwealth agency.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, further defining \"Commonwealth agency.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2051/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2051","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":344841,"bill_number":"HB2056","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Tourism Commission; providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Tourism Commission; establishing the Tourism Promotion Trust Fund; and repealing the Travel and Tourism Act.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Tourism Commission; providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Tourism Commission; establishing the Tourism Promotion Trust Fund; and repealing the Travel and Tourism Act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-06","last_action":"Referred to TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-06","committee":"Tourism & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2056/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2056","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":344842,"bill_number":"HB2055","title":"In ethics and financial disclosure, further providing for definitions and for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics and financial disclosure, further providing for definitions and for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2055/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2055","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":344844,"bill_number":"HB1973","title":"In charter schools, further providing for definitions, for charter school requirements, for powers of board of trustees, for powers and duties of department, for assessment and evaluation, for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions, for school district and intermediate unit responsibilities, for establishment of cyber charter school, for cyber charter school application, for enrollment and notification and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, further providing for definitions, for charter school requirements, for powers of board of trustees, for powers and duties of department, for assessment and evaluation, for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions, for school district and intermediate unit responsibilities, for establishment of cyber charter school, for cyber charter school application, for enrollment and notification and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-06","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-06","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1973/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1973","sponsor":"Michael Fleck"},
{"bill_id":344846,"bill_number":"HB2054","title":"In licensing, further providing for eligibility, minors and juniors.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing, further providing for eligibility, minors and juniors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-06","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-06","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2054/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2054","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":344855,"bill_number":"HB2057","title":"Further providing for the right to bail.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the right to bail.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2057/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2057","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":344859,"bill_number":"HB2050","title":"Further providing for limitations of time for commencement of civil action arising from childhood sexual abuse.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for limitations of time for commencement of civil action arising from childhood sexual abuse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2050/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2050","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":344862,"bill_number":"HB2059","title":"Further providing for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements; and abrogating regulations.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements; and abrogating regulations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-03-02","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2059/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2059","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":344864,"bill_number":"HB2058","title":"In limitation of time, further providing for unlimited time to bring civil actions, for tolling limitations of civil actions, for unlimited time to bring criminal actions and for limitation of serious criminal actions.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in limitation of time, further providing for unlimited time to bring civil actions, for tolling limitations of civil actions, for unlimited time to bring criminal actions and for limitation of serious criminal actions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2058/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2058","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":344867,"bill_number":"HB1855","title":"In conservation and natural resources, providing for water well construction standards.","description":"An Act amending Title 27 (Environmental Resources) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in conservation and natural resources, providing for water well construction standards.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1855/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1855","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":344870,"bill_number":"HB2046","title":"Further providing for persons required to report suspected child abuse.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for persons required to report suspected child abuse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2046/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2046","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":344871,"bill_number":"HB2048","title":"Further providing for penalties for failure to report or to refer.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for penalties for failure to report or to refer.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2048/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2048","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":344874,"bill_number":"HB2049","title":"Further providing for limitations of time for commencement of civil action arising from childhood sexual abuse.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for limitations of time for commencement of civil action arising from childhood sexual abuse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2049/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2049","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":344878,"bill_number":"HB2047","title":"Further providing for penalties for failure to report or to refer.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for penalties for failure to report or to refer.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2047/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2047","sponsor":"Dennis O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":344882,"bill_number":"SR236","title":"Recognizing December 3, 2011, as \"International Day of Persons with Disabilities\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing December 3, 2011, as \"International Day of Persons with Disabilities\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-05","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-12-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR236/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=236","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":344888,"bill_number":"HR516","title":"A Concurrent Resolution committing the General Assembly to withholding funding for The Pennsylvania State University until completion of the investigation involving the university and its football program.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution committing the General Assembly to withholding funding for The Pennsylvania State University until completion of the investigation involving the university and its football program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR516/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=516","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":344889,"bill_number":"HR517","title":"Designating the month of November 2011 as \"Disability History Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2011 as \"Disability History Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR517/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=517","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":344891,"bill_number":"SB1353","title":"Further providing for reporting requirements.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1984 (P.L.1140, No.223), known as the Oil and Gas Act, further providing for reporting requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-06","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2011-12-06","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1353/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1353","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":344892,"bill_number":"HR518","title":"Honoring the life and extending condolences upon the death of champion boxer, Joseph William Frazier.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and extending condolences upon the death of champion boxer, Joseph William Frazier.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR518/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=518","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":344894,"bill_number":"SB1354","title":"In personal income tax, providing for carryforward of losses by individual taxpayers; and further providing for limitation of pass-thru of losses to shareholders.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, providing for carryforward of losses by individual taxpayers; and further providing for limitation of pass-thru of losses to shareholders.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-06","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1354/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1354","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":344895,"bill_number":"HB2060","title":"Designating a bridge carrying State Route 94 over Bermudian Creek in Latimore Township, Adams County, as the Sgt. Michael C. Weigand Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge carrying State Route 94 over Bermudian Creek in Latimore Township, Adams County, as the Sgt. Michael C. Weigand Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2060/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2060","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":344896,"bill_number":"HB2064","title":"Further providing for operation following suspension of registration.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for operation following suspension of registration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2064/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2064","sponsor":"Mike Carroll"},
{"bill_id":344898,"bill_number":"HB2068","title":"Requiring the Department of Health to adopt regulations for the approval of training programs relating to the possession and administration of epinephrine in emergency situations; authorizing certain individuals to obtain a prescription for, purchase and administer epinephrine in emergency situations; and limiting liability.","description":"An Act requiring the Department of Health to adopt regulations for the approval of training programs relating to the possession and administration of epinephrine in emergency situations; authorizing certain individuals to obtain a prescription for, purchase and administer epinephrine in emergency situations; and limiting liability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2068/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2068","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":344900,"bill_number":"HB2063","title":"In protection of property and waters, further prohibiting sale of certain fish, reptiles and amphibians.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection of property and waters, further prohibiting sale of certain fish, reptiles and amphibians.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2063/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2063","sponsor":"Mike Carroll"},
{"bill_id":344901,"bill_number":"HB2061","title":"Providing for streamlined procedures for reviewing applications for the modification or collocation of wireless communications facilities and wireless support structures.","description":"An Act providing for streamlined procedures for reviewing applications for the modification or collocation of wireless communications facilities and wireless support structures.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2061/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2061","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":344902,"bill_number":"HB2069","title":"Permitting certain establishments to obtain a prescription for and maintain epinephrine kits; requiring the Department of Health to adopt regulations for the approval of certain training programs relating to the possession and administration of epinephrine in emergency situations; and limiting liability.","description":"An Act permitting certain establishments to obtain a prescription for and maintain epinephrine kits; requiring the Department of Health to adopt regulations for the approval of certain training programs relating to the possession and administration of epinephrine in emergency situations; and limiting liability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2069/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2069","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":344904,"bill_number":"HB2067","title":"In school health services, providing for school access to emergency epinephrine.","description":"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, providing for school access to emergency epinephrine.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2067/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2067","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":344905,"bill_number":"HR519","title":"Memorializing the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission to rescind the toll rate increase approved in May 2011 and implemented on July 1, 2011.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Delaware River Joint Toll Bridge Commission to rescind the toll rate increase approved in May 2011 and implemented on July 1, 2011.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR519/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=519","sponsor":"Joseph Emrick"},
{"bill_id":344909,"bill_number":"SB1356","title":"Requiring disclosure relating to certain steel products.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, requiring disclosure relating to certain steel products.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-06","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-12-06","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1356/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1356","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":344912,"bill_number":"SB1342","title":"In powers and duties of the Department of Corrections, prohibiting certain private operation funds.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in powers and duties of the Department of Corrections, prohibiting certain private operation funds.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1342/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1342","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":344923,"bill_number":"SR235","title":"Supporting a United Ireland.","description":"A Resolution supporting a United Ireland.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Rules & Executive Nominations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR235/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=235","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":344925,"bill_number":"HB2070","title":"Further providing for charter school requirements.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for charter school requirements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-07","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2070/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2070","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":344928,"bill_number":"HB2065","title":"Providing for the Vets First Tax Credit Program to honor veterans for their service to our country and provide incentives for their employment.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for the Vets First Tax Credit Program to honor veterans for their service to our country and provide incentives for their employment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2065/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2065","sponsor":"Bryan Barbin"},
{"bill_id":344934,"bill_number":"HB2072","title":"Further providing for eligibility for license.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for eligibility for license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2072/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2072","sponsor":"David Maloney"},
{"bill_id":344945,"bill_number":"HB2062","title":"Further providing for form of official primary ballot.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for form of official primary ballot.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2062/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2062","sponsor":"Duane Milne"},
{"bill_id":344949,"bill_number":"HB2073","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"agency.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 25, 1982 (P.L.633, No.181), known as the Regulatory Review Act, further providing for the definition of \"agency.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2073/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2073","sponsor":"David Maloney"},
{"bill_id":344951,"bill_number":"HB2071","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"municipal police officer.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the definition of \"municipal police officer.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2071/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2071","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":345062,"bill_number":"HR520","title":"A Concurrent Resolution calling on the Attorney General of the United States to appoint a special counsel to investigate the handling by the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General of an investigation into alleged sexual abuse of minors and to investigate whether that alleged sexual abuse may have violated Federal law.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution calling on the Attorney General of the United States to appoint a special counsel to investigate the handling by the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General of an investigation into alleged sexual abuse of minors and to investigate whether that alleged sexual abuse may have violated Federal law.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Resolution to discharge committee from further consideration of this resolution presented","last_action_date":"2012-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR520/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=520","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":345085,"bill_number":"HB2053","title":"Further providing for contract negotiations.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for contract negotiations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-09","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-12-09","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2053/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2053","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":345088,"bill_number":"HB2052","title":"In hospital plan corporations, further providing for rates and contracts.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hospital plan corporations, further providing for rates and contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-15","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-12-21","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2052/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2052","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":345134,"bill_number":"HB1892","title":"Establishing and making an appropriation for the Flood Victims Assistance Program; and providing for the deposit of liquor tax revenues into the Flood Victims Assistance Account.","description":"An Act establishing and making an appropriation for the Flood Victims Assistance Program; and providing for the deposit of liquor tax revenues into the Flood Victims Assistance Account.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1892/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1892","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":345136,"bill_number":"HB2074","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Bureau of Investigation; providing for the transfer of certain powers and duties from the Pennsylvania State Police and the Office of Attorney General; dissolving the Bureau of Criminal Investigation of the Pennsylvania State Police and the Bureau of Criminal Investigations of the Office of Attorney General; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Pennsylvania Bureau of Investigation; providing for the transfer of certain powers and duties from the Pennsylvania State Police and the Office of Attorney General; dissolving the Bureau of Criminal Investigation of the Pennsylvania State Police and the Bureau of Criminal Investigations of the Office of Attorney General; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2074/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2074","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":345138,"bill_number":"HB1000","title":"Further providing for the offense of retail theft.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of retail theft.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-20","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2011-12-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1000/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1000","sponsor":"Todd Stephens"},
{"bill_id":345140,"bill_number":"HB2066","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and repealing provisions relating to State-related institutions.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and repealing provisions relating to State-related institutions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2066/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2066","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":345150,"bill_number":"HB2076","title":"Further defining \"State-affiliated entity.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, further defining \"State-affiliated entity.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2076/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2076","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":345152,"bill_number":"HB2075","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 2011 (P.L.81, No.18), known as the Pennsylvania Web Accountability and Transparency (PennWATCH) Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2075/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2075","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":345158,"bill_number":"SB1358","title":"Further providing for definitions and for rates and contracts.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for rates and contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-12","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1358/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1358","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":345159,"bill_number":"HB2077","title":"Providing for a Small Business Flood Relief Supplementation Program; making an appropriation; and providing for termination of the program.","description":"An Act providing for a Small Business Flood Relief Supplementation Program; making an appropriation; and providing for termination of the program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-04-20","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2077/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2077","sponsor":"Kurt Masser"},
{"bill_id":345164,"bill_number":"HR521","title":"Honoring Dr. Maravene Loeschke, President of Mansfield University.","description":"A Resolution honoring Dr. Maravene Loeschke, President of Mansfield University.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR521/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=521","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":345168,"bill_number":"SR250","title":"Establishing the Task Force on Child Protection.","description":"A Resolution establishing the Task Force on Child Protection.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Adopted","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR250/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=250","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":345169,"bill_number":"HR522","title":"Establishing the Task Force on Child Protection.","description":"A Resolution establishing the Task Force on Child Protection.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Adopted (191-5)","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR522/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=522","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":345184,"bill_number":"SB1360","title":"Providing for curriculum consistency in low-achieving schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for curriculum consistency in low-achieving schools.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1360/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1360","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":345194,"bill_number":"SB1361","title":"Providing for establishment of engagement schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for establishment of engagement schools.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1361/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1361","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":345201,"bill_number":"SB1359","title":"In preliminary provisions, providing for parent and family involvement in low-achieving schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, providing for parent and family involvement in low-achieving schools.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-13","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-13","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1359/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1359","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":345207,"bill_number":"SB1352","title":"Further providing for title of act, for short title, for declaration of policy, for definitions, for creation of board, appointment and term of members and officers, for powers and duties of board, for license required and persons and practices not affected and exclusions, for requirements for licensure, for application and fees, for examinations, for refusal to issue and revocation, for requirement of a medical examination, for renewal fees and records, for limitation of renewal time and new license and for certification to the board; providing for use of title; and further providing for enforcement of certification to board, for impaired professionals, for penalties, for injunction against lawful practice and for appropriation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 21, 1984 (P.L.1253, No.238), known as the Speech-Language and Hearing Licensure Act, further providing for title of act, for short title, for declaration of policy, for definitions, for creation of board, appointment and term of members and officers, for powers and duties of board, for license required and persons and practices not affected and exclusions, for requirements for licensure, for application and fees, for examinations, for refusal to issue and revocation, for requirement of a medical examination, for renewal fees and records, for limitation of renewal time and new license and for certification to the board; providing for use of title; and further providing for enforcement of certification to board, for impaired professionals, for penalties, for injunction against lawful practice and for appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1352/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1352","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":345214,"bill_number":"HR523","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to seek the withdrawal of the United States Preventive Services Task Force recommendation against prostate-specific antigen-based screening for prostate cancer for men in all age groups.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to seek the withdrawal of the United States Preventive Services Task Force recommendation against prostate-specific antigen-based screening for prostate cancer for men in all age groups.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR523/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=523","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":345216,"bill_number":"HB2078","title":"Apportioning this Commonwealth into congressional districts in conformity with constitutional requirements; providing for the nomination and election of Congressmen; and requiring publication of notice of the establishment of congressional districts following the Federal decennial census.","description":"An Act apportioning this Commonwealth into congressional districts in conformity with constitutional requirements; providing for the nomination and election of Congressmen; and requiring publication of notice of the establishment of congressional districts following the Federal decennial census.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2078/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2078","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":345234,"bill_number":"HB2079","title":"Further providing for company finance reports and for additional powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for company finance reports and for additional powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2079/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2079","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":345276,"bill_number":"SB1363","title":"In child protective services, further providing for definitions; and providing for a children's ombudsman and remedial powers, for response to complaints, for cooperation of agencies and providers, for confidentiality of investigations and records, for findings and recommendations, for protection from retaliation and for nonexclusivity of remedy.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child protective services, further providing for definitions; and providing for a children's ombudsman and remedial powers, for response to complaints, for cooperation of agencies and providers, for confidentiality of investigations and records, for findings and recommendations, for protection from retaliation and for nonexclusivity of remedy.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1363/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1363","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":345278,"bill_number":"SB1362","title":"Providing for contracting for State trooper services.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, providing for contracting for State trooper services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1362/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1362","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":345279,"bill_number":"HB2081","title":"In charter schools, further providing for funding for charter schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, further providing for funding for charter schools.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2081/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2081","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":345283,"bill_number":"HB2082","title":"Further providing for Category 1 slot machine license, for Category 2 slot machine license and for Category 3 slot machine license.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Category 1 slot machine license, for Category 2 slot machine license and for Category 3 slot machine license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-15","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2011-12-15","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2082/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2082","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":345289,"bill_number":"HB2080","title":"Establishing the Public School Employees' Benefit Board and providing for its powers and duties; requiring a school employee benefits study and evaluation; providing for a Statewide health benefits program for public school employees, for alternative measures for cost reduction and for a retirement health savings plan; and establishing the Public School Employees' Benefit Trust Fund.","description":"An Act establishing the Public School Employees' Benefit Board and providing for its powers and duties; requiring a school employee benefits study and evaluation; providing for a Statewide health benefits program for public school employees, for alternative measures for cost reduction and for a retirement health savings plan; and establishing the Public School Employees' Benefit Trust Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-15","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-15","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2080/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2080","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":345296,"bill_number":"SB1357","title":"Further providing for medical assistance payments; and providing for gaining access to physicians via telehealth.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for medical assistance payments; and providing for gaining access to physicians via telehealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1357/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1357","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":345301,"bill_number":"HB2084","title":"Providing for a research and development tax credit; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a research and development tax credit; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-12-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2084/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2084","sponsor":"Warren Kampf"},
{"bill_id":345309,"bill_number":"HB2083","title":"Amending the act of June 9, 1936 (Sp. Sess., P.L.13, No.4), entitled, as reenacted and amended, \"An act imposing an emergency State tax on liquor, as herein defined, sold by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board; providing for the collection and payment of such tax; and imposing duties upon the Department of Revenue and the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board,\" further providing for the emergency State tax on liquor.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 9, 1936 (Sp. Sess., P.L.13, No.4), entitled, as reenacted and amended, \"An act imposing an emergency State tax on liquor, as herein defined, sold by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board; providing for the collection and payment of such tax; and imposing duties upon the Department of Revenue and the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board,\" further providing for the emergency State tax on liquor.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-15","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2011-12-15","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2083/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2083","sponsor":"Bryan Barbin"},
{"bill_id":345316,"bill_number":"SR239","title":"Designating the week of January 29 through February 5, 2012, as \"Catholic Schools Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of January 29 through February 5, 2012, as \"Catholic Schools Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR239/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=239","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":345336,"bill_number":"SR238","title":"Designating the week of January 16 through 22, 2012, as \"Martin Luther King, Jr., Holiday Week.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the week of January 16 through 22, 2012, as \"Martin Luther King, Jr., Holiday Week.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-14","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2011-12-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR238/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=238","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":345340,"bill_number":"HR550","title":"Honoring the 220th birthday of the United States Constitutional Bill of Rights on December 15, 2011.","description":"A Resolution honoring the 220th birthday of the United States Constitutional Bill of Rights on December 15, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-15","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR550/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=550","sponsor":"John Maher"},
{"bill_id":345343,"bill_number":"HB2085","title":"In Infrastructure and Facilities Improvement Program, further providing for definitions; and providing for reporting use of tubular steel products.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Infrastructure and Facilities Improvement Program, further providing for definitions; and providing for reporting use of tubular steel products.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-19","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-12-19","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2085/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2085","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":345344,"bill_number":"HB2086","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-16","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-16","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2086/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2086","sponsor":"Pamela DeLissio"},
{"bill_id":345345,"bill_number":"HB2097","title":"Designating the bridge that carries State Route 66/28 over Redbank Creek between the Borough of South Bethlehem, Armstrong County, and the Borough of New Bethlehem, Clarion County, as the Sergeant Joey Garrison Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge that carries State Route 66/28 over Redbank Creek between the Borough of South Bethlehem, Armstrong County, and the Borough of New Bethlehem, Clarion County, as the Sergeant Joey Garrison Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-16","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2097/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2097","sponsor":"Donna Oberlander"},
{"bill_id":345347,"bill_number":"HB2087","title":"Amending the act of December 15, 1955 (P.L.865, No.256), entitled \"An act requiring rents and royalties from oil and gas leases of Commonwealth land to be placed in a special fund to be used for conservation, recreation, dams, and flood control; authorizing the Secretary of Forests and Waters to determine the need for and location of such projects and to acquire the necessary land,\" further providing for title of act; providing for short title and for definitions; further providing for the Oil and Gas Lease Fund and for use of fund; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1955 (P.L.865, No.256), entitled \"An act requiring rents and royalties from oil and gas leases of Commonwealth land to be placed in a special fund to be used for conservation, recreation, dams, and flood control; authorizing the Secretary of Forests and Waters to determine the need for and location of such projects and to acquire the necessary land,\" further providing for title of act; providing for short title and for definitions; further providing for the Oil and Gas Lease Fund and for use of fund; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-20","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-12-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2087/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2087","sponsor":"Sandra Major"},
{"bill_id":345381,"bill_number":"HB2094","title":"Providing for contracts to promote participation.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, providing for contracts to promote participation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-19","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-19","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2094/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2094","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":345382,"bill_number":"HB2095","title":"Amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.244, No.34), entitled \"An act relating to and regulating the contracts of incorporated towns and providing penalties,\" providing for contracts to promote participation.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 27, 1953 (P.L.244, No.34), entitled \"An act relating to and regulating the contracts of incorporated towns and providing penalties,\" providing for contracts to promote participation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-19","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-19","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2095/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2095","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":345384,"bill_number":"HB2089","title":"Providing for contracts to promote participation.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P.L.1656, No.581), known as The Borough Code, providing for contracts to promote participation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-19","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-19","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2089/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2089","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":345385,"bill_number":"HB2088","title":"Providing for contracts to promote participation.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for contracts to promote participation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2088/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2088","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":345390,"bill_number":"HB2092","title":"Further providing for powers of an authority; and providing for contracts to promote participation.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, further providing for powers of an authority; and providing for contracts to promote participation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-19","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-19","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2092/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2092","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":345391,"bill_number":"HR524","title":"Commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Civil Air Patrol.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Civil Air Patrol.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2011-12-19","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2011-12-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR524/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=524","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":345392,"bill_number":"HB2091","title":"Providing for contracts to promote participation.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 7, 1936 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.106, No.46), referred to as the Flood Control Law, providing for contracts to promote participation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-19","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-19","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2091/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2091","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":345396,"bill_number":"HB2093","title":"Further providing for powers of an authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1937 (P.L.955, No.265), known as the Housing Authorities Law, further providing for powers of an authority.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-19","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-19","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2093/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2093","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":345397,"bill_number":"HB2096","title":"Providing for contracts to promote participation.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 29, 1937 (P.L.526, No.118), referred to as the Political Subdivision Joint Purchases Law, providing for contracts to promote participation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-19","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-19","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2096/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2096","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":345398,"bill_number":"HB2090","title":"Providing for contracts to promote participation.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for contracts to promote participation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2090/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2090","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":345789,"bill_number":"HB2098","title":"Further providing for issuance and content of driver's license; and providing for emergency contact database.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for issuance and content of driver's license; and providing for emergency contact database.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-20","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2098/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2098","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":345797,"bill_number":"HB2099","title":"Further providing for fees; providing for penalties for violations of traffic-control devices; and further providing for surcharges and for the definition and determination of \"average wholesale price.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for fees; providing for penalties for violations of traffic-control devices; and further providing for surcharges and for the definition and determination of \"average wholesale price.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-20","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2099/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2099","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":345804,"bill_number":"HB2101","title":"Providing for intermodal transportation; further providing for definitions, for registration periods, for display of registration plates, for driver's license examinations, for expiration and renewal of drivers' licenses, for required financial responsibility, for speed timing devices, for inspection certificate violations, for display of unauthorized material and for surcharges; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Titles 74 (Transportation) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for intermodal transportation; further providing for definitions, for registration periods, for display of registration plates, for driver's license examinations, for expiration and renewal of drivers' licenses, for required financial responsibility, for speed timing devices, for inspection certificate violations, for display of unauthorized material and for surcharges; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-20","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2011-12-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2101/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2101","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":345812,"bill_number":"SB1351","title":"Further providing for death and fetal death registration information for certificates, for coroner referrals and for pronouncement of death by a professional nurse.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 29, 1953 (P.L.304, No.66), known as the Vital Statistics Law of 1953, further providing for death and fetal death registration information for certificates, for coroner referrals and for pronouncement of death by a professional nurse.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Act No. 68","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1351/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1351","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":345821,"bill_number":"SB1355","title":"Providing for disclosure of motor vehicle information and for the powers and duties of the Bureau of Consumer Protection; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for disclosure of motor vehicle information and for the powers and duties of the Bureau of Consumer Protection; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-19","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2011-12-19","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1355/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1355","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":345829,"bill_number":"HB2024","title":"Providing for acquired brain injury disclosure.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for acquired brain injury disclosure.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-20","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-12-20","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2024/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2024","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":345837,"bill_number":"HB2102","title":"In retirement for State employees and officers, further defining \"enforcement officer.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in retirement for State employees and officers, further defining \"enforcement officer.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-20","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-20","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2102/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2102","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":345844,"bill_number":"HB2103","title":"Further providing for department authorization, for fund, for application and approval process, for coordination, for asset improvement program and for programs of Statewide significance; and making repeals.","description":"An Act amending Titles 74 (Transportation) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for department authorization, for fund, for application and approval process, for coordination, for asset improvement program and for programs of Statewide significance; and making repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-20","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2011-12-20","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2103/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2103","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":345850,"bill_number":"HB2140","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for authority to waive employee limit, for alternative certification, for contractor performance and general conditions, for mentor-protege program and for small business reserve program; establishing a surety bond guarantee program; and further providing for contractors' and subcontractors' payment obligations.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; providing for authority to waive employee limit, for alternative certification, for contractor performance and general conditions, for mentor-protege program and for small business reserve program; establishing a surety bond guarantee program; and further providing for contractors' and subcontractors' payment obligations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-20","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2011-12-20","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2140/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2140","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":345852,"bill_number":"HB1782","title":"Providing for tax foreclosure; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for tax foreclosure; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-21","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2011-12-21","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1782/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1782","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":345853,"bill_number":"HB2104","title":"Further providing for registration of charitable organizations, financial reports, fees and failure to file.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1990 (P.L.1200, No.202), known as the Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes Act, further providing for registration of charitable organizations, financial reports, fees and failure to file.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2011-12-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2011-12-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2104/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2104","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":345855,"bill_number":"HB2105","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to VARHA, Inc., certain lands situate in the Borough of Polk, Venango County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to VARHA, Inc., certain lands situate in the Borough of Polk, Venango County.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2011-12-21","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2105/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2105","sponsor":"Scott Hutchinson"},
{"bill_id":345857,"bill_number":"HB2106","title":"Further providing for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-03-02","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2106/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2106","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":345922,"bill_number":"HB2108","title":"In size, weight and load, further providing for restrictions on use of highways and bridges.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in size, weight and load, further providing for restrictions on use of highways and bridges.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-10","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2108/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2108","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":345923,"bill_number":"HB2109","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to release, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the Borough of Downingtown, Chester County, in return for the development of Kardon Park within the Borough of Downingtown and East Caln Township, Chester County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to release, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the Borough of Downingtown, Chester County, in return for the development of Kardon Park within the Borough of Downingtown and East Caln Township, Chester County.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2109/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2109","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":345924,"bill_number":"SR237","title":"Memorializing Congress to pass H.R. 1179 or S. 1467, the Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011.","description":"A Resolution memorializing Congress to pass H.R. 1179 or S. 1467, the Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2011-12-23","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2011-12-23","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR237/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=237","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":346052,"bill_number":"HB2110","title":"Further providing for definitions, for authority to issue liquor licenses to hotels, restaurants and clubs, for license districts, license period and hearings, for applications for hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses, for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses, for license fees, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, for sale of malt or brewed beverages by liquor licensees, for limiting number of retail licenses to be issued in each county, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licensees and for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for definitions, for authority to issue liquor licenses to hotels, restaurants and clubs, for license districts, license period and hearings, for applications for hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses, for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses, for license fees, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, for sale of malt or brewed beverages by liquor licensees, for limiting number of retail licenses to be issued in each county, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licensees and for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-10","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2012-01-10","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2110/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2110","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":346062,"bill_number":"HB2142","title":"Providing for the establishment of the Surety Bond Guarantee Program; imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; establishing the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund; providing for contracts eligible for guarantee and for participation by disadvantaged businesses; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for the establishment of the Surety Bond Guarantee Program; imposing duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development; establishing the Surety Bond Guarantee Fund; providing for contracts eligible for guarantee and for participation by disadvantaged businesses; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2142/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2142","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":346064,"bill_number":"HB2111","title":"Further providing for transfer of portion of surplus.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, further providing for transfer of portion of surplus.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-10","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-01-10","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2111/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2111","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":346109,"bill_number":"SB1300","title":"Establishing the Pharmaceutical Accountability Monitoring System; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Pharmaceutical Accountability Monitoring System; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-03","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-01-03","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1300/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1300","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":346113,"bill_number":"SB1366","title":"Further providing for definition and for fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 3, 1959 (P.L.1688, No.621), known as the Housing Finance Agency Law, further providing for definition and for fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-03","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2012-01-03","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1366/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1366","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":346118,"bill_number":"SB1367","title":"Establishing standards for preventing sudden cardiac arrest and death in student athletes; assigning duties to the Department of Health and the Department of Education; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act establishing standards for preventing sudden cardiac arrest and death in student athletes; assigning duties to the Department of Health and the Department of Education; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-03","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1367/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1367","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":346122,"bill_number":"SB1368","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to remove the restrictions imposed on certain lands situate in the City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to remove the restrictions imposed on certain lands situate in the City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1368/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1368","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":346126,"bill_number":"SB1371","title":"Further providing for definitions, for exemptions and for supplemental provisions and rules.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.789, No.285), known as The Insurance Department Act of 1921, further providing for definitions, for exemptions and for supplemental provisions and rules.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-03","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-01-03","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1371/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1371","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":346171,"bill_number":"HB2113","title":"Consolidating the Air Pollution Control Act; providing for air contaminant emissions, for exemptions from air pollution requirements for unconventional gas production processes prohibited and for permit fees; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, consolidating the Air Pollution Control Act; providing for air contaminant emissions, for exemptions from air pollution requirements for unconventional gas production processes prohibited and for permit fees; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-10","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-01-10","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2113/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2113","sponsor":"Gregory Vitali"},
{"bill_id":346174,"bill_number":"HB2112","title":"Further providing for definitions, for department authorization, for fund, for application and approval process, for coordination, for operating program, for asset improvement program and for programs of Statewide significance; and making repeals.","description":"An Act amending Titles 74 (Transportation) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for department authorization, for fund, for application and approval process, for coordination, for operating program, for asset improvement program and for programs of Statewide significance; and making repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-10","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2112/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2112","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":347317,"bill_number":"HB2114","title":"In responsible utility customer protection, further providing for termination of utility service; repealing provisions relating to liens by city natural gas distribution operations; in natural gas competition, further providing for city natural gas distribution operations; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in responsible utility customer protection, further providing for termination of utility service; repealing provisions relating to liens by city natural gas distribution operations; in natural gas competition, further providing for city natural gas distribution operations; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-10","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-01-10","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2114/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2114","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":347333,"bill_number":"HB2115","title":"Further providing for public participation.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for public participation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2115/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2115","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":349266,"bill_number":"SB1373","title":"Further providing for six months limitation and for deficiency judgments.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for six months limitation and for deficiency judgments.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1373/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1373","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":349377,"bill_number":"SB1372","title":"Designating a bridge on that portion of U.S. Route 202 Parkway over Pennsylvania Route 309, Montgomery Township, Montgomery County as the Dr. Robert R. Kuhn Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge on that portion of U.S. Route 202 Parkway over Pennsylvania Route 309, Montgomery Township, Montgomery County as the Dr. Robert R. Kuhn Bridge.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-06","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1372/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1372","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":349490,"bill_number":"SB1370","title":"Making a supplemental appropriation from the General Fund to the Department of Public Welfare for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2011.","description":"An Act making a supplemental appropriation from the General Fund to the Department of Public Welfare for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2011.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-09","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-01-09","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1370/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1370","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":349603,"bill_number":"SB1365","title":"Establishing the Youth Job Program and providing for job training and career experience to unemployed youths.","description":"An Act establishing the Youth Job Program and providing for job training and career experience to unemployed youths.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-09","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-01-09","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1365/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1365","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":351829,"bill_number":"HR529","title":"Recognizing January 11, 2012, as \"National Human Trafficking Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing January 11, 2012, as \"National Human Trafficking Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR529/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=529","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":352379,"bill_number":"HR528","title":"Recognizing January 2012 as \"Diabetes Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing January 2012 as \"Diabetes Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-18","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR528/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=528","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":352968,"bill_number":"HR527","title":"Honoring J. Edward Hutchinson \"Hutch\" of Greensburg, who, at 90 years of age, is one of the oldest active fire chiefs in the United States.","description":"A Resolution honoring J. Edward Hutchinson \"Hutch\" of Greensburg, who, at 90 years of age, is one of the oldest active fire chiefs in the United States.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-18","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR527/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=527","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":353609,"bill_number":"HB2119","title":"In rules of the road in general, further providing for maximum speed limits; and, in powers of department and local authorities, further providing for regulation of traffic on Pennsylvania Turnpike.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rules of the road in general, further providing for maximum speed limits; and, in powers of department and local authorities, further providing for regulation of traffic on Pennsylvania Turnpike.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2119/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2119","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":354203,"bill_number":"HB2118","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for the qualifications of Governor, Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for the qualifications of Governor, Lieutenant Governor and Attorney General.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2118/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2118","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":354776,"bill_number":"HB2117","title":"Further providing for definitions and for creditable nonstate service.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for creditable nonstate service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2117/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2117","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":355370,"bill_number":"HB2116","title":"Providing for a transition from township treasurers to tax collectors in first class townships; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 25, 1945 (P.L.1050, No.394), known as the Local Tax Collection Law, providing for a transition from township treasurers to tax collectors in first class townships; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 166","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2116/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2116","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":357025,"bill_number":"HR531","title":"Declaring the month of January 2012 as \"Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution declaring the month of January 2012 as \"Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-18","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR531/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=531","sponsor":"Jim Christiana"},
{"bill_id":357239,"bill_number":"HR530","title":"Supporting the value of the Pennsylvania craft beer industry by recognizing the month of February 2012 as \"PA Craft Beer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution supporting the value of the Pennsylvania craft beer industry by recognizing the month of February 2012 as \"PA Craft Beer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-02-08","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR530/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=530","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":357458,"bill_number":"HB2123","title":"Further providing for victims of sexual or physical abuse.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for victims of sexual or physical abuse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2123/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2123","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":357673,"bill_number":"HB2122","title":"In district superintendents and assistant district superintendents, providing for severance packages.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in district superintendents and assistant district superintendents, providing for severance packages.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2122/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2122","sponsor":"John Lawrence"},
{"bill_id":357898,"bill_number":"HB2121","title":"Further providing for definitions, for written requests and for fee limitations.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, further providing for definitions, for written requests and for fee limitations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2121/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2121","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":358118,"bill_number":"HB2120","title":"Establishing a system for the use of volunteer health practitioners; providing reasonable safeguards to assure that health practitioners are appropriately licensed and regulated to protect the public's health; providing for applicability of workers' compensation and occupational disease law; and providing for limitation of civil damages.","description":"An Act amending Titles 35 (Health and Safety) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing a system for the use of volunteer health practitioners; providing reasonable safeguards to assure that health practitioners are appropriately licensed and regulated to protect the public's health; providing for applicability of workers' compensation and occupational disease law; and providing for limitation of civil damages.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2120/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2120","sponsor":"Sheryl Delozier"},
{"bill_id":359458,"bill_number":"HB2124","title":"Establishing municipal connection funding programs; making an appropriation; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 1, 1988 (P.L.82, No.16), known as the Pennsylvania Infrastructure Investment Authority Act, establishing municipal connection funding programs; making an appropriation; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2124/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2124","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":359950,"bill_number":"HB2125","title":"Further providing for burglary, for robbery and for grading of theft offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for burglary, for robbery and for grading of theft offenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2125/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2125","sponsor":"Sheryl Delozier"},
{"bill_id":360194,"bill_number":"SB1378","title":"Providing for residency restrictions for certain offenders.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for residency restrictions for certain offenders.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-13","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-01-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1378/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1378","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":360317,"bill_number":"SB1376","title":"Further providing for infancy, insanity or imprisonment.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for infancy, insanity or imprisonment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-13","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-01-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1376/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1376","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":360566,"bill_number":"HB2126","title":"In grounds and buildings, further providing for display of United States flag and development of patriotism.","description":"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 display of United States flag and development of patriotism.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2126/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2126","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":360672,"bill_number":"HR525","title":"Designating the month of January 2012, the 10th anniversary of the successful rescue of Alicia Kozakiewicz, as \"Internet Predator Victim Rescue Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of January 2012, the 10th anniversary of the successful rescue of Alicia Kozakiewicz, as \"Internet Predator Victim Rescue Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-18","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR525/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=525","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":360779,"bill_number":"SB1375","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-02-09","last_action":"Act No. 10","last_action_date":"2012-02-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1375/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1375","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":360887,"bill_number":"SB1381","title":"Providing for employment history review.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for employment history review.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-13","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1381/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1381","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":360992,"bill_number":"SB1382","title":"Designating an interchange at the intersection of Routes 136 and I-70, Washington County, as the Officer John David Dryer Memorial Interchange.","description":"An Act designating an interchange at the intersection of Routes 136 and I-70, Washington County, as the Officer John David Dryer Memorial Interchange.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1382/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1382","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":368094,"bill_number":"SB1383","title":"Further providing for competition in award of contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 23, 1967 (P.L.251, No.102), known as the Economic Development Financing Law, further providing for competition in award of contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1383/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1383","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":368165,"bill_number":"SB1379","title":"Providing for transfer of ownership of vehicles used for human habitation.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for transfer of ownership of vehicles used for human habitation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1379/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1379","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":368238,"bill_number":"SB1377","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and repealing provisions relating to State-related institutions.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and repealing provisions relating to State-related institutions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1377/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1377","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":368314,"bill_number":"SB1364","title":"Providing for an annual transfer to the Homeowner's Emergency Mortgage Assistance Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 3, 1959 (P.L.1688, No.621), known as the Housing Finance Agency Law, providing for an annual transfer to the Homeowner's Emergency Mortgage Assistance Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1364/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1364","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":368388,"bill_number":"HR533","title":"Observing February 2012 as \"Children's Sexual Abuse Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing February 2012 as \"Children's Sexual Abuse Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-06","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR533/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=533","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":368462,"bill_number":"HR532","title":"Designating January 2012 as \"School Director Recognition Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating January 2012 as \"School Director Recognition Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR532/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=532","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":368536,"bill_number":"HB2130","title":"Further providing for regulated hunting grounds permits.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for regulated hunting grounds permits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-18","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2130/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2130","sponsor":"Ryan Aument"},
{"bill_id":368614,"bill_number":"HB2129","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for retirement of justices, judges and justices of the peace.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for retirement of justices, judges and justices of the peace.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2129/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2129","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":368688,"bill_number":"HB2128","title":"Providing for business finder's fee tax credit.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for business finder's fee tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2128/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2128","sponsor":"Joseph Hackett"},
{"bill_id":368764,"bill_number":"HB2127","title":"Further providing for definitions, for licenses, for sale or transfer of firearms, for Pennsylvania State Police, for firearm sales surcharge, for the Firearm Records Check Fund, for licensing of dealers, for administrative regulations and for the Firearms Background Check Advisory Committee.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for licenses, for sale or transfer of firearms, for Pennsylvania State Police, for firearm sales surcharge, for the Firearm Records Check Fund, for licensing of dealers, for administrative regulations and for the Firearms Background Check Advisory Committee.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2127/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2127","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":369334,"bill_number":"HB2131","title":"In extended benefits, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in extended benefits, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-18","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2131/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2131","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":369477,"bill_number":"HB2132","title":"Providing for passenger safety for individuals with developmental disabilities.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for passenger safety for individuals with developmental disabilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-20","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2132/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2132","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":369618,"bill_number":"HB2133","title":"Designating the bridge that carries State Route 66/28 over Redbank Creek between the Borough of South Bethlehem, Armstrong County, and the Borough of New Bethlehem, Clarion County, as the Sergeant Joseph M. Garrison Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge that carries State Route 66/28 over Redbank Creek between the Borough of South Bethlehem, Armstrong County, and the Borough of New Bethlehem, Clarion County, as the Sergeant Joseph M. Garrison Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-17","last_action":"Act No. 45","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2133/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2133","sponsor":"Donna Oberlander"},
{"bill_id":369761,"bill_number":"SR240","title":"Observing the month of January 2012 as \"Pennsylvania Thrift Month,\" observing the week of January 17 through 23, 2012, as \"National Thrift Week\" and calling on individuals, families and government at all levels to exercise thrift and fiscal responsibility.","description":"A Resolution observing the month of January 2012 as \"Pennsylvania Thrift Month,\" observing the week of January 17 through 23, 2012, as \"National Thrift Week\" and calling on individuals, families and government at all levels to exercise thrift and fiscal responsibility.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR240/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=240","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":369903,"bill_number":"SR241","title":"Designating the month of January 2012 as \"Blood Donor Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of January 2012 as \"Blood Donor Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-17","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-01-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR241/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=241","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":370389,"bill_number":"SR242","title":"Honoring the life of fallen Police Officer John David Dryer who died in the line of duty on December 19, 2011, in East Washington Borough, Washington County.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of fallen Police Officer John David Dryer who died in the line of duty on December 19, 2011, in East Washington Borough, Washington County.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-18","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-01-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR242/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=242","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":370895,"bill_number":"SR243","title":"Designating January 2012 as \"Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating January 2012 as \"Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-01-18","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-01-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR243/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=243","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":372020,"bill_number":"HR534","title":"Honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the death of United States Navy Petty Officer Michael Strange, who paid the supreme sacrifice on August 6, 2011, while serving his country in Afghanistan.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the death of United States Navy Petty Officer Michael Strange, who paid the supreme sacrifice on August 6, 2011, while serving his country in Afghanistan.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR534/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=534","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":372142,"bill_number":"HB2136","title":"Providing for prevention of abduction of children.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for prevention of abduction of children.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2136/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2136","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":372270,"bill_number":"HB2135","title":"Providing for licensure of vendors, for requirements for sale of portable electronics insurance, for authority of vendors of portable electronics, for termination of portable electronics insurance, for licensing, for renewal of license, for injunctions and for appeals.","description":"An Act providing for licensure of vendors, for requirements for sale of portable electronics insurance, for authority of vendors of portable electronics, for termination of portable electronics insurance, for licensing, for renewal of license, for injunctions and for appeals.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 112","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2135/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2135","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":372398,"bill_number":"HB2134","title":"Further providing for definitions, for exemptions and for supplemental provisions and rules.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.789, No.285), known as The Insurance Department Act of 1921, further providing for definitions, for exemptions and for supplemental provisions and rules.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Act No. 51","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2134/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2134","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":373516,"bill_number":"HB2137","title":"Providing for a temporary moratorium of court-ordered countywide reassessments and for reforms based upon study.","description":"An Act providing for a temporary moratorium of court-ordered countywide reassessments and for reforms based upon study.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2137/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2137","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":373563,"bill_number":"HB2138","title":"Providing for foreclosed property maintenance; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for foreclosed property maintenance; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2138/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2138","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":373610,"bill_number":"HB2139","title":"Further providing for the Tax Credit for New Jobs; and providing for the Keystone Job Training Tax Credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for the Tax Credit for New Jobs; and providing for the Keystone Job Training Tax Credit.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 3000","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2139/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2139","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":373657,"bill_number":"HB2141","title":"In small and disadvantaged businesses, further providing for definitions; and providing for authority to waive employee limit.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in small and disadvantaged businesses, further providing for definitions; and providing for authority to waive employee limit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2141/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2141","sponsor":"Ron Buxton"},
{"bill_id":373703,"bill_number":"HR535","title":"Declaring 2012 as the \"Year of the Bible\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution declaring 2012 as the \"Year of the Bible\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR535/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=535","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":373747,"bill_number":"HR536","title":"Designating the week of January 22 through 28, 2012, as \"Nurse Anesthetists Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of January 22 through 28, 2012, as \"Nurse Anesthetists Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR536/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=536","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":373896,"bill_number":"HB1896","title":"Further providing for table game taxes, for local share assessment, establishment of State Gaming Fund and net slot machine revenue distribution, for distributions from licensee's revenue receipts, for Pennsylvania Race Horse Development Fund, for Distributions from Pennsylvania Race Horse Development Fund and for Pennsylvania Gaming Economic Development and Tourism Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for table game taxes, for local share assessment, establishment of State Gaming Fund and net slot machine revenue distribution, for distributions from licensee's revenue receipts, for Pennsylvania Race Horse Development Fund, for Distributions from Pennsylvania Race Horse Development Fund and for Pennsylvania Gaming Economic Development and Tourism Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1896/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1896","sponsor":"Mark Gillen"},
{"bill_id":374032,"bill_number":"HB2148","title":"Providing for special registration plates for retired veterans.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for special registration plates for retired veterans.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2148/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2148","sponsor":"Mark Gillen"},
{"bill_id":374164,"bill_number":"HR537","title":"Designating the month of January 2012 as \"Financial Aid Awareness Month\" and commending the work of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency and the Pennsylvania Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of January 2012 as \"Financial Aid Awareness Month\" and commending the work of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency and the Pennsylvania Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR537/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=537","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":375047,"bill_number":"SB1394","title":"Further providing for company finance reports and for additional powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for company finance reports and for additional powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1394/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1394","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":375071,"bill_number":"SB1392","title":"Further providing for limitations of time for commencement of civil action arising from childhood sexual abuse.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for limitations of time for commencement of civil action arising from childhood sexual abuse.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1392/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1392","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":375096,"bill_number":"SB1389","title":"Further providing for council recommendations and standards.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for council recommendations and standards.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1389/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1389","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":375123,"bill_number":"SB1369","title":"Further providing for the powers and duties of the commissions; establishing the Office of Race Horse Integrity Unit; providing for additional fees; further providing for existing fees, taxes, fines and penalties and for funding by the commissions; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 17, 1981 (P.L.435, No.135), known as the Race Horse Industry Reform Act, further providing for the powers and duties of the commissions; establishing the Office of Race Horse Integrity Unit; providing for additional fees; further providing for existing fees, taxes, fines and penalties and for funding by the commissions; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1369/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1369","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":375149,"bill_number":"HR539","title":"Designating February 3, 2012, as \"Wear Red for Women Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating February 3, 2012, as \"Wear Red for Women Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR539/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=539","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":375176,"bill_number":"HR538","title":"Recognizing the month of January 2012 as \"Cervical Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of January 2012 as \"Cervical Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR538/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=538","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":375201,"bill_number":"HB2149","title":"Redesignating the Edward Anthony Davis Bridge, on Dillerville Road in the City of Lancaster, Lancaster County, State Bridge No. 36-4009-0030-0000, as the Captain Edward Anthony Davis Bridge.","description":"An Act redesignating the Edward Anthony Davis Bridge, on Dillerville Road in the City of Lancaster, Lancaster County, State Bridge No. 36-4009-0030-0000, as the Captain Edward Anthony Davis Bridge.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2149/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2149","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":375530,"bill_number":"HB2151","title":"In snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, further providing for registration of snowmobile or ATV, for certificate of title for snowmobile or ATV, for fees and for records; providing for vintage snowmobile permits; and further providing for operation by persons under age sixteen.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, further providing for registration of snowmobile or ATV, for certificate of title for snowmobile or ATV, for fees and for records; providing for vintage snowmobile permits; and further providing for operation by persons under age sixteen.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 113","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2151/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2151","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":375831,"bill_number":"HB2152","title":"In compensation, further providing for eligibility of officers of corporation deemed to be self-employed persons.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, in compensation, further providing for eligibility of officers of corporation deemed to be self-employed persons.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2152/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2152","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":376132,"bill_number":"HR540","title":"Recognizing Erie County as the Freshwater Fishing Capital of Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing Erie County as the Freshwater Fishing Capital of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Adopted (187-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR540/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=540","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":376432,"bill_number":"HR541","title":"Designating the week of January 29 through February 5, 2012, as \"Catholic Schools Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of January 29 through February 5, 2012, as \"Catholic Schools Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR541/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=541","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":376951,"bill_number":"HR542","title":"Supporting the efforts of Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Fund to construct an underground learning facility at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to inform future generations of the honor and sacrifices made by those who served their country.","description":"A Resolution supporting the efforts of Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Fund to construct an underground learning facility at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to inform future generations of the honor and sacrifices made by those who served their country.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR542/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=542","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":377107,"bill_number":"HR543","title":"Honoring and celebrating the 100th anniversary of Mt. Lebanon in Allegheny County.","description":"A Resolution honoring and celebrating the 100th anniversary of Mt. Lebanon in Allegheny County.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR543/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=543","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":377264,"bill_number":"SR244","title":"Recognizing January 11, 2012, as \"National Human Trafficking Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing January 11, 2012, as \"National Human Trafficking Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR244/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=244","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":377414,"bill_number":"SR245","title":"Recognizing the week of January 22 through 28, 2012, as \"Nurse Anesthetists Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of January 22 through 28, 2012, as \"Nurse Anesthetists Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-23","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-01-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR245/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=245","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":377428,"bill_number":"HR547","title":"Designating the week of February 13 through 19, 2012, as \"Random Acts of Kindness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of February 13 through 19, 2012, as \"Random Acts of Kindness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-06","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR547/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=547","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":377571,"bill_number":"HR546","title":"Commemorating the month of January 2012 as \"Radon Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the month of January 2012 as \"Radon Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-06","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR546/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=546","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":377730,"bill_number":"HR545","title":"Observing February 12, 2012, as the 203rd anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States.","description":"A Resolution observing February 12, 2012, as the 203rd anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-06","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR545/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=545","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":377886,"bill_number":"HR544","title":"Recognizing the month of January 2012 as \"Stalking Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of January 2012 as \"Stalking Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-06","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR544/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=544","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":378044,"bill_number":"HB2154","title":"Providing for nonprofit organizations; and further providing for compensation of directors, for definitions, for prohibition, for definitions and for board of directors.","description":"An Act amending Titles 10 (Charities), 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) and 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for nonprofit organizations; and further providing for compensation of directors, for definitions, for prohibition, for definitions and for board of directors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2154/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2154","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":378200,"bill_number":"HB2153","title":"Providing for a person's status as a veteran to be indicated on his or her driver's license or identification card upon payment of an additional fee and presentation of the person's Form DD-214.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a person's status as a veteran to be indicated on his or her driver's license or identification card upon payment of an additional fee and presentation of the person's Form DD-214.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-25","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2153/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2153","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":378615,"bill_number":"HB2150","title":"In corporate net income, further providing for definitions and for imposition of tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in corporate net income, further providing for definitions and for imposition of tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2150/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2150","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":378679,"bill_number":"HB2155","title":"Establishing the Office of the Cooperative and Condominium Ombudsman and providing for its powers and duties; imposing a residential unit fee; and establishing the Office of the Cooperative and Condominium Ombudsman Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Office of the Cooperative and Condominium Ombudsman and providing for its powers and duties; imposing a residential unit fee; and establishing the Office of the Cooperative and Condominium Ombudsman Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2155/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2155","sponsor":"John Galloway"},
{"bill_id":378744,"bill_number":"HR548","title":"Designating the Pennsylvania Tartan as the Official Tartan of this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution designating the Pennsylvania Tartan as the Official Tartan of this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR548/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=548","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":378807,"bill_number":"HR549","title":"Honoring the life and contributions of Mr. Joseph Vincent Paterno and extending condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and contributions of Mr. Joseph Vincent Paterno and extending condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35","last_action_date":"2012-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR549/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=549","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":378872,"bill_number":"HR551","title":"Recognizing the week of February 5, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Young Farmers' Association Week\" in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of February 5, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Young Farmers' Association Week\" in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR551/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=551","sponsor":"Carl Metzgar"},
{"bill_id":378937,"bill_number":"HR552","title":"Honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the death of Officer Robert Allen Lasso, who paid the ultimate sacrifice on August 11, 2011, while serving his community.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the death of Officer Robert Allen Lasso, who paid the ultimate sacrifice on August 11, 2011, while serving his community.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR552/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=552","sponsor":"Robert Freeman"},
{"bill_id":379000,"bill_number":"SR247","title":"Designating Friday, January 27, 2012, as \"Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating Friday, January 27, 2012, as \"Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR247/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=247","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":379064,"bill_number":"SR248","title":"Recognizing the month of February 2012 as \"American Heart Month\" in Pennsylvania and urging all Pennsylvanians to recognize the critical importance of the tools and skills that will increase survival rates from cardiac arrest.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of February 2012 as \"American Heart Month\" in Pennsylvania and urging all Pennsylvanians to recognize the critical importance of the tools and skills that will increase survival rates from cardiac arrest.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-01-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR248/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=248","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":379124,"bill_number":"SR249","title":"Designating Friday, February 3, 2012, as \"National Wear Red Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating Friday, February 3, 2012, as \"National Wear Red Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-01-24","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 1917","last_action_date":"2012-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR249/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=249","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":379425,"bill_number":"HB2000","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for time for filing returns and for time of payment.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for time for filing returns and for time of payment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2000/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2000","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":379711,"bill_number":"HB2156","title":"Further providing for stocked waters open for fishing and for misuse of property and waters.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for stocked waters open for fishing and for misuse of property and waters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2156/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2156","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":379995,"bill_number":"SR251","title":"Designating the month of February 2012 as \"Black History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of February 2012 as \"Black History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-01-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-01-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR251/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=251","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":380613,"bill_number":"HB2157","title":"Prohibiting discrimination against persons based on unemployment status; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act prohibiting discrimination against persons based on unemployment status; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-31","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-01-31","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2157/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2157","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":380938,"bill_number":"HR553","title":"Supporting continued Federal funding for the Delaware River Main Channel Deepening Project.","description":"A Resolution supporting continued Federal funding for the Delaware River Main Channel Deepening Project.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-07","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR553/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=553","sponsor":"William Keller"},
{"bill_id":380971,"bill_number":"SB1399","title":"Providing for successor business entity liability.","description":"An Act providing for successor business entity liability.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1399/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1399","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":381052,"bill_number":"SB1398","title":"Further providing for Underground Storage Tank Environmental Cleanup Program and for Underground Storage Tank Pollution Prevention Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 6, 1989 (P.L.169, No.32), known as the Storage Tank and Spill Prevention Act, further providing for Underground Storage Tank Environmental Cleanup Program and for Underground Storage Tank Pollution Prevention Program.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Act No. 74","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1398/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1398","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":381140,"bill_number":"SB1396","title":"Further providing for definitions and for administrative duties of board.","description":"An Act amending Titles 24 (Education) and Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for administrative duties of board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1396/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1396","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":381229,"bill_number":"SB1395","title":"Designating State Routes 3035 and 3033 in Robesonia Borough, Heidelberg Township, North Heidelberg Township and Penn Township, Berks County, as the Captain David Eric Pannabecker POW-MIA Memorial Highway.","description":"An Act designating State Routes 3035 and 3033 in Robesonia Borough, Heidelberg Township, North Heidelberg Township and Penn Township, Berks County, as the Captain David Eric Pannabecker POW-MIA Memorial Highway.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-29","last_action":"Act No. 57","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1395/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1395","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":381319,"bill_number":"SB1390","title":"Further providing for actuarial cost method and for administrative duties of board; providing for partial advance funding of future supplemental annuities; further providing for State accumulation account and for annuity reserve account; and providing for supplemental annuity advance funding account.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for actuarial cost method and for administrative duties of board; providing for partial advance funding of future supplemental annuities; further providing for State accumulation account and for annuity reserve account; and providing for supplemental annuity advance funding account.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1390/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1390","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":381408,"bill_number":"SB1388","title":"In realty transfer tax, further providing for acquired company.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in realty transfer tax, further providing for acquired company.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1388/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1388","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":381497,"bill_number":"SB1387","title":"In public assistance, further providing for administration of assistance programs; and invalidating actions of the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, further providing for administration of assistance programs; and invalidating actions of the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1387/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1387","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":381586,"bill_number":"SB1386","title":"Further providing for the Department of Environmental Protection; and repealing control of volatile organic compounds from gasoline-dispensing facilities.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 8, 1960 (1959 P.L.2119, No.787), known as the Air Pollution Control Act, further providing for the Department of Environmental Protection; and repealing control of volatile organic compounds from gasoline-dispensing facilities.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 135","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1386/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1386","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":381676,"bill_number":"SB1385","title":"In reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for extraordinary special education program expenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in reimbursements by Commonwealth and between school districts, further providing for extraordinary special education program expenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-01-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1385/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1385","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":381765,"bill_number":"HB2159","title":"Revising secured transaction provisions relating to definitions, to control of electronic chattel paper, to location of debtor, to perfection of security interests in property subject to certain statutes, regulations and treaties, to continued perfection of security interest following change in governing law, to interests which take priority over or take free of security interest or agricultural lien, to priority of security interests created by new debtor, to discharge of account debtor, notification of assignment, identification and proof of assignment, restrictions on assignment of accounts, chattel paper, payment intangibles and promissory notes ineffective, to restrictions on assignment of promissory notes, health-care-insurance receivables and certain general intangibles ineffective, to contents of financing statement, record of mortgage as financing statement, time of filing financing statement, to name of debtor and secured party, to effect of certain events on effectiveness of financing statement, to duration and effectiveness of financing statement, effect of lapsed financing statement, to what constitutes filing, effectiveness of filing, to claim concerning inaccurate or wrongfully filed record and to collection and enforcement by secured party; providing for transition provisions for 2012 amendments; imposing duties upon the Department of State and the Department of Transportation; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Titles 13 (Commercial Code), 30 (Fish) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, revising secured transaction provisions relating to definitions, to control of electronic chattel paper, to location of debtor, to perfection of security interests in property subject to certain statutes, regulations and treaties, to continued perfection of security interest following change in governing law, to interests which take priority over or take free of security interest or agricultural lien, to priority of security interests created by new debtor, to discharge of account debtor, notification of assignment, identification and proof of assignment, restrictions on assignment of accounts, chattel paper, payment intangibles and promissory notes ineffective, to restrictions on assignment of promissory notes, health-care-insurance receivables and certain general intangibles ineffective, to contents of financing statement, record of mortgage as financing statement, time of filing financing statement, to name of debtor and secured party, to effect of certain events on effectiveness of financing statement, to duration and effectiveness of financing statement, effect of lapsed financing statement, to what constitutes filing, effectiveness of filing, to claim concerning inaccurate or wrongfully filed record and to collection and enforcement by secured party; providing for transition provisions for 2012 amendments; imposing duties upon the Department of State and the Department of Transportation; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2159/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2159","sponsor":"Glen Grell"},
{"bill_id":381853,"bill_number":"HB2158","title":"Designating the bridge carrying State Route 114 over Interstate 81 in Silver Spring Township, Cumberland County, as the Corporal Paul Walters Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge carrying State Route 114 over Interstate 81 in Silver Spring Township, Cumberland County, as the Corporal Paul Walters Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2158/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2158","sponsor":"Glen Grell"},
{"bill_id":382562,"bill_number":"HR554","title":"Memorializing the City Council of Philadelphia to address concerns raised by the public and press concerning the Deferred Retirement Option Plan and the associated costs to the city's distressed pension plan.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the City Council of Philadelphia to address concerns raised by the public and press concerning the Deferred Retirement Option Plan and the associated costs to the city's distressed pension plan.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-31","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-01-31","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR554/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=554","sponsor":"John Lawrence"},
{"bill_id":382646,"bill_number":"HB2161","title":"Further providing for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions; providing for security at certain licensed premises; and creating the First Class School District Property Tax Reduction Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions; providing for security at certain licensed premises; and creating the First Class School District Property Tax Reduction Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-01-31","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2012-01-31","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2161/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2161","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":383796,"bill_number":"HB2147","title":"Further providing for contractors' and subcontractors' payment obligations.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for contractors' and subcontractors' payment obligations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2147/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2147","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":383893,"bill_number":"HB2162","title":"Amending the act of May 16, 2008 (P.L.152, No.18), entitled \"An act designating State Bridge No. 36-4009-0030-0000, the newly replaced bridge on Dillerville Road in the City of Lancaster, Lancaster County, as the Edward Anthony Davis Memorial Bridge,\" further providing for the Edward Anthony Davis Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 16, 2008 (P.L.152, No.18), entitled \"An act designating State Bridge No. 36-4009-0030-0000, the newly replaced bridge on Dillerville Road in the City of Lancaster, Lancaster County, as the Edward Anthony Davis Memorial Bridge,\" further providing for the Edward Anthony Davis Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2162/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2162","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":383989,"bill_number":"HB2163","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for definitions and for a tax credit for purchase of natural gas vehicle.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for definitions and for a tax credit for purchase of natural gas vehicle.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2163/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2163","sponsor":"Paul Costa"},
{"bill_id":384085,"bill_number":"HB2164","title":"Providing for a natural gas fueling station tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a natural gas fueling station tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2164/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2164","sponsor":"Paul Costa"},
{"bill_id":384179,"bill_number":"HR557","title":"Recognizing February 7, 2012, as \"National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing February 7, 2012, as \"National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-07","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR557/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=557","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":384273,"bill_number":"HR558","title":"Designating the month of February 2012 as \"Internet Crimes Against Children Task Forces Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of February 2012 as \"Internet Crimes Against Children Task Forces Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Adopted (191-1)","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR558/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=558","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":384430,"bill_number":"HR556","title":"A Concurrent Resolution petitioning the Congress of the United States to call a convention to amend the Constitution of the United States on the subject of election spending.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution petitioning the Congress of the United States to call a convention to amend the Constitution of the United States on the subject of election spending.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR556/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=556","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":384591,"bill_number":"HR555","title":"Recognizing September 10, 2012, as \"Brother to Brother Day\" in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 10, 2012, as \"Brother to Brother Day\" in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Adopted (191-1)","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR555/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=555","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":384837,"bill_number":"SB1374","title":"Further providing for crime statistics and security policies and procedures; and providing for Pennsylvania safe campuses.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 29, 2004 (P.L.1383, No.180), known as the Uniform Crime Reporting Act, further providing for crime statistics and security policies and procedures; and providing for Pennsylvania safe campuses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-01-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1374/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1374","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":384917,"bill_number":"SB1384","title":"Further providing for establishment.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for establishment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-01-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1384/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1384","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":384998,"bill_number":"SB1402","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"fishing,\" for organization of commission, for deputy waterways conservation officers and for volunteer program; providing for damage to property; further providing for control of property, for powers and duties of waterways conservation officers and deputies and for enforcement of other laws; providing for unlawful use of computer and for liability for conduct of another and for complicity; further providing for suspension of privileges pending payment of penalties, for misuse of property and waters, for littering, for possession and display of licenses, for lost fishing licenses, for institutional licenses, for exemptions from license requirements, for eel chute licenses, for net permits, for boat and net licenses for boundary lakes, for penalties, for fees, for boating education, for general boating regulations, for chemical testing to determine amount of alcohol or controlled substance and for period of registration; providing for unauthorized operation of boats, for permitting violations and for duties of operators involved in boating accidents; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the definition of \"fishing,\" for organization of commission, for deputy waterways conservation officers and for volunteer program; providing for damage to property; further providing for control of property, for powers and duties of waterways conservation officers and deputies and for enforcement of other laws; providing for unlawful use of computer and for liability for conduct of another and for complicity; further providing for suspension of privileges pending payment of penalties, for misuse of property and waters, for littering, for possession and display of licenses, for lost fishing licenses, for institutional licenses, for exemptions from license requirements, for eel chute licenses, for net permits, for boat and net licenses for boundary lakes, for penalties, for fees, for boating education, for general boating regulations, for chemical testing to determine amount of alcohol or controlled substance and for period of registration; providing for unauthorized operation of boats, for permitting violations and for duties of operators involved in boating accidents; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-11-01","last_action":"Act No. 211","last_action_date":"2012-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1402/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1402","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":385076,"bill_number":"SB1405","title":"Further providing for grants.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for grants.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-01-31","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-01-31","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1405/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1405","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":385155,"bill_number":"SB1406","title":"In private colleges, universities and seminaries, further providing for certification of institutions.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in private colleges, universities and seminaries, further providing for certification of institutions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Act No. 69","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1406/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1406","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":385232,"bill_number":"SR246","title":"A Concurrent Resolution memorializing Congress to re-evaluate the enhanced emission inspection program as required by the Federal Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution memorializing Congress to re-evaluate the enhanced emission inspection program as required by the Federal Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR246/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=246","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":385698,"bill_number":"HB2166","title":"Providing for powers and duties relating to county property valuation and assessment activities.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 1947 (P.L.1046, No.447), referred to as the State Tax Equalization Board Law, providing for powers and duties relating to county property valuation and assessment activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2166/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2166","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":385704,"bill_number":"SB1407","title":"Further providing for sale of certain fish, reptiles and amphibians prohibited.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sale of certain fish, reptiles and amphibians prohibited.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-01","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2012-02-01","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1407/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1407","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":385861,"bill_number":"SB1393","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for powers and duties of commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-01","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2012-02-01","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1393/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1393","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":386017,"bill_number":"HR561","title":"Encouraging the National Fire Protection Association to consider economic impact, to include additional active firefighters and to allow for more fire department input.","description":"A Resolution encouraging the National Fire Protection Association to consider economic impact, to include additional active firefighters and to allow for more fire department input.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR561/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=561","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":386175,"bill_number":"HR560","title":"Designating the month of February 2012 as \"Career and Technical Education Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of February 2012 as \"Career and Technical Education Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-07","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR560/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=560","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":386335,"bill_number":"HR559","title":"Expressing condolences and appreciation of the life of James N. Harper who passed away December 19, 2011.","description":"A Resolution expressing condolences and appreciation of the life of James N. Harper who passed away December 19, 2011.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR559/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=559","sponsor":"Thaddeus Kirkland"},
{"bill_id":386493,"bill_number":"HB2160","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for terms of members.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for terms of members.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2160/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2160","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":386680,"bill_number":"SB1409","title":"Providing for nondiscrimination by payers in health care benefit plans.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for nondiscrimination by payers in health care benefit plans.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-02","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-02-02","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1409/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1409","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":386753,"bill_number":"SB1408","title":"Further providing for definitions, for disqualification and forfeiture of benefits and for restitution for monetary loss.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1978 (P.L.752, No.140), known as the Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act, further providing for definitions, for disqualification and forfeiture of benefits and for restitution for monetary loss.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1408/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1408","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":386832,"bill_number":"SB1404","title":"Further providing for funding.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, further providing for funding.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-02-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1404/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1404","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":386912,"bill_number":"HR562","title":"Designating the month of February 2012 as \"American Heart Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of February 2012 as \"American Heart Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-06","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR562/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=562","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":386994,"bill_number":"HB2169","title":"Further providing for endangering welfare of children.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for endangering welfare of children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2169/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2169","sponsor":"Todd Stephens"},
{"bill_id":387074,"bill_number":"HB2168","title":"Further providing for the pay of officers and enlisted personnel in active State service.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the pay of officers and enlisted personnel in active State service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2168/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2168","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":387154,"bill_number":"HB116","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for spending limitations on the Commonwealth.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for spending limitations on the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB116/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=116","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":387770,"bill_number":"HB2170","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2170/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2170","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":387807,"bill_number":"HB2171","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2171/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2171","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":387845,"bill_number":"HB2172","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2172/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2172","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":387883,"bill_number":"HB2173","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for statement of financial interests.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for statement of financial interests.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2173/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2173","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":387917,"bill_number":"HB2174","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, prohibiting certain gifts; and providing for exceptions.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, prohibiting certain gifts; and providing for exceptions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2174/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2174","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":387955,"bill_number":"HB2177","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, prohibiting certain transportation, lodging and hospitality; and providing for exceptions.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, prohibiting certain transportation, lodging and hospitality; and providing for exceptions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2177/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2177","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":387990,"bill_number":"HB2178","title":"Expanding the scope of the act to include iron and manufactured goods.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 3, 1978 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Steel Products Procurement Act, expanding the scope of the act to include iron and manufactured goods.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2178/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2178","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":388021,"bill_number":"SB1410","title":"Reenacting and amending provisions relating to school boards and educational empowerment.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, reenacting and amending provisions relating to school boards and educational empowerment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1410/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1410","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":388662,"bill_number":"SB1412","title":"In protection from abuse, further providing for arrest for violation of order.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection from abuse, further providing for arrest for violation of order.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1412/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1412","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":388741,"bill_number":"SB1411","title":"Amending the act of June 12, 1931 (P.L.575, No.200), entitled \"An act providing for joint action by Pennsylvania and New Jersey in the development of the ports on the lower Delaware River, and the improvement of the facilities for transportation across the river; authorizing the Governor, for these purposes, to enter into an agreement with New Jersey; creating The Delaware River Joint Commission and specifying the powers and duties thereof, including the power to finance projects by the issuance of revenue bonds; transferring to the new commission all the powers of the Delaware River Bridge Joint Commission; and making an appropriation,\" providing for gubernatorial veto.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 12, 1931 (P.L.575, No.200), entitled \"An act providing for joint action by Pennsylvania and New Jersey in the development of the ports on the lower Delaware River, and the improvement of the facilities for transportation across the river; authorizing the Governor, for these purposes, to enter into an agreement with New Jersey; creating The Delaware River Joint Commission and specifying the powers and duties thereof, including the power to finance projects by the issuance of revenue bonds; transferring to the new commission all the powers of the Delaware River Bridge Joint Commission; and making an appropriation,\" providing for gubernatorial veto.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1411/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1411","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":388820,"bill_number":"SB1401","title":"Further providing for fund distribution and for Commonwealth Financing Authority; establishing a flood control and prevention loan program; providing for prohibited activities; further providing for annual reports; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 2008 (P.L.908, No.63), known as the H2O PA Act, further providing for fund distribution and for Commonwealth Financing Authority; establishing a flood control and prevention loan program; providing for prohibited activities; further providing for annual reports; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-03","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-02-03","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1401/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1401","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":389543,"bill_number":"HB2179","title":"Establishing pricing disclosures for certain health care providers; and prohibiting certain discounts and kickbacks.","description":"An Act establishing pricing disclosures for certain health care providers; and prohibiting certain discounts and kickbacks.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-07","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-02-07","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2179/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2179","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":389706,"bill_number":"HB2180","title":"Establishing the All Students Can Succeed Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, establishing the All Students Can Succeed Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-07","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-02-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2180/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2180","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":389786,"bill_number":"HR563","title":"Recognizing the 50th anniversary of the National Shooting Sports Foundation.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 50th anniversary of the National Shooting Sports Foundation.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR563/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=563","sponsor":"Marc Gergely"},
{"bill_id":389865,"bill_number":"HR564","title":"Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program and America's greatest conservation story.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration Program and America's greatest conservation story.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR564/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=564","sponsor":"Marc Gergely"},
{"bill_id":389944,"bill_number":"HR565","title":"Designating February 7 through 14, 2012, as \"Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating February 7 through 14, 2012, as \"Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-07","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR565/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=565","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":390017,"bill_number":"SR252","title":"Recognizing March 13, 2012, as \"K9 Veterans Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing March 13, 2012, as \"K9 Veterans Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-02-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR252/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=252","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":391027,"bill_number":"HB2186","title":"Further providing for duties of electric distribution companies.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for duties of electric distribution companies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-02-08","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 3070","last_action_date":"2012-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2186/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2186","sponsor":"Michael Reese"},
{"bill_id":391176,"bill_number":"HB2187","title":"In miscellaneous provisions, establishing the Pennsylvania Interagency Council on Inmate Reentry.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in miscellaneous provisions, establishing the Pennsylvania Interagency Council on Inmate Reentry.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-02-08","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2187/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2187","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":391323,"bill_number":"HB2188","title":"Further providing for duties of electric distribution companies.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for duties of electric distribution companies.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-02-08","last_action":"Corrective Reprint, Printer's No. 3071","last_action_date":"2012-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2188/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2188","sponsor":"Michael Reese"},
{"bill_id":391471,"bill_number":"HB2189","title":"Further providing for impersonating a public servant and for visual and audible signals on emergency vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for impersonating a public servant and for visual and audible signals on emergency vehicles.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-02-08","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2189/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2189","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":391617,"bill_number":"HR566","title":"Designating March 25, 2012, as \"Greek Independence Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 25, 2012, as \"Greek Independence Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR566/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=566","sponsor":"Sam Smith"},
{"bill_id":391759,"bill_number":"SR253","title":"Recognizing March 2012 as \"Women's History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing March 2012 as \"Women's History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-07","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-02-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR253/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=253","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":391767,"bill_number":"HB2175","title":"In capital facilities, further providing for definitions, for legislative procedures, for reports related to redevelopment assistance capital projects and for appropriations and limitations on projects; providing for review of proposals; and further providing for funding and administration of projects.","description":"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, for legislative procedures, for reports related to redevelopment assistance capital projects and for appropriations and limitations on projects; providing for review of proposals; and further providing for funding and administration of projects.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Re-committed to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2175/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2175","sponsor":"Michael Turzai"},
{"bill_id":392210,"bill_number":"HR567","title":"Congratulating D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., for its many accomplishments, including recently becoming America's largest domestically owned and operated brewery.","description":"A Resolution congratulating D.G. Yuengling & Son, Inc., for its many accomplishments, including recently becoming America's largest domestically owned and operated brewery.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Adopted (193-1)","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR567/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=567","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":392215,"bill_number":"SR258","title":"Observing March 1, 2012, as \"St. David's Day\" in Pennsylvania; and honoring the many Pennsylvanians of Welsh heritage.","description":"A Resolution observing March 1, 2012, as \"St. David's Day\" in Pennsylvania; and honoring the many Pennsylvanians of Welsh heritage.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-08","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR258/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=258","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":392287,"bill_number":"SR257","title":"Recognizing the month of March 2012 as \"National Athletic Training Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of March 2012 as \"National Athletic Training Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-08","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR257/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=257","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":392363,"bill_number":"SR256","title":"Designating the week of March 1 through 7, 2012, as \"Weights and Measures Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the outstanding service of inspectors of county and city weights and measures offices and the Weights and Measures Division of the Department of Agriculture in the protection of our citizens by ensuring accuracy, equity and confidence in commercial and retail measurements.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of March 1 through 7, 2012, as \"Weights and Measures Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the outstanding service of inspectors of county and city weights and measures offices and the Weights and Measures Division of the Department of Agriculture in the protection of our citizens by ensuring accuracy, equity and confidence in commercial and retail measurements.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-08","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR256/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=256","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":392438,"bill_number":"SR255","title":"Designating the month of March 2012 as \"Problem Gambling Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and observing the week of March 4 through 10, 2012, as \"National Problem Gambling Awareness Week.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2012 as \"Problem Gambling Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and observing the week of March 4 through 10, 2012, as \"National Problem Gambling Awareness Week.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-08","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR255/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=255","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":392514,"bill_number":"SR254","title":"Designating the week of February 20 through 26, 2012, as \"FFA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of February 20 through 26, 2012, as \"FFA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-08","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-02-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR254/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=254","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":392587,"bill_number":"HR568","title":"Designating the week of February 20 through 26, 2012, as \"FFA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of February 20 through 26, 2012, as \"FFA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR568/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=568","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":392665,"bill_number":"HB2192","title":"Designating a bridge carrying U.S. Route 202 over an unnamed branch of the Neshaminy Creek in Doylestown Township, Bucks County, in honor of First Lieutenant Colby J. Umbrell.","description":"An Act designating a bridge carrying U.S. Route 202 over an unnamed branch of the Neshaminy Creek in Doylestown Township, Bucks County, in honor of First Lieutenant Colby J. Umbrell.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-17","last_action":"Act No. 46","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2192/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2192","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":392742,"bill_number":"HB2191","title":"In Title 7, providing for short-term loan protection; and, in Title 18, further providing for deceptive or fraudulent business practices and providing for unlicensed short-term lending.","description":"An Act amending Titles 7 (Banks and Banking) and 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Title 7, providing for short-term loan protection; and, in Title 18, further providing for deceptive or fraudulent business practices and providing for unlicensed short-term lending.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2191/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2191","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":392818,"bill_number":"HB2190","title":"Providing for the annual designation and holiday observance of the third Saturday in June as \"Juneteenth National Freedom Day\" in this Commonwealth.","description":"An Act providing for the annual designation and holiday observance of the third Saturday in June as \"Juneteenth National Freedom Day\" in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2190/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2190","sponsor":"Susan Helm"},
{"bill_id":392894,"bill_number":"HB2145","title":"In small and disadvantaged businesses, further providing for definitions; and providing for mentor-protege program.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in small and disadvantaged businesses, further providing for definitions; and providing for mentor-protege program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2145/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2145","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":393812,"bill_number":"HR569","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass United States House Bill No. 1179 or United States Senate Bill No. 1467, the Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011, and United States Senate Bill No. 2043, the Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 2012.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass United States House Bill No. 1179 or United States Senate Bill No. 1467, the Respect for Rights of Conscience Act of 2011, and United States Senate Bill No. 2043, the Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 2012.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR569/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=569","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":394043,"bill_number":"HB2193","title":"Further providing for contributions or expenditures by national banks, corporations or unincorporated associations; providing limited campaign funding of Statewide judicial elections; establishing the Pennsylvania Fair Campaign Fund; limiting certain contributions; providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Department of State; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for contributions or expenditures by national banks, corporations or unincorporated associations; providing limited campaign funding of Statewide judicial elections; establishing the Pennsylvania Fair Campaign Fund; limiting certain contributions; providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Department of State; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2193/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2193","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":394275,"bill_number":"HR570","title":"Commemorating February 16, 2012, as \"Lithuanian Independence Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commemorating February 16, 2012, as \"Lithuanian Independence Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Adopted (191-1)","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR570/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=570","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":394738,"bill_number":"HR571","title":"Expressing support for establishing a National Women's History Museum in Washington, DC.","description":"A Resolution expressing support for establishing a National Women's History Museum in Washington, DC.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR571/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=571","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":396042,"bill_number":"HB2194","title":"Establishing the State Military College Legislative Appointment Initiative Program.","description":"An Act establishing the State Military College Legislative Appointment Initiative Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2194/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2194","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":396114,"bill_number":"HB2195","title":"Providing for the definition of \"nonpublic school\"; and further providing for policy relating to bullying.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for the definition of \"nonpublic school\"; and further providing for policy relating to bullying.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2195/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2195","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":396186,"bill_number":"HR572","title":"Commemorating April 18, 2012, as \"Doolittle Raiders Remembrance Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commemorating April 18, 2012, as \"Doolittle Raiders Remembrance Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR572/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=572","sponsor":"Mark Gillen"},
{"bill_id":396258,"bill_number":"HR573","title":"Supporting the value of the Pennsylvania craft beer industry by recognizing the month of February 2012 as \"PA Craft Beer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution supporting the value of the Pennsylvania craft beer industry by recognizing the month of February 2012 as \"PA Craft Beer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Adopted (191-1)","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR573/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=573","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":396329,"bill_number":"SB1417","title":"Amending the act of January 19, 1967 (1968 P.L.992, No.442), entitled, as amended, \"An act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the local government units thereof to preserve, acquire or hold land for open space uses,\" further providing for local taxing options.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 19, 1967 (1968 P.L.992, No.442), entitled, as amended, \"An act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the local government units thereof to preserve, acquire or hold land for open space uses,\" further providing for local taxing options.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1417/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1417","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":396628,"bill_number":"SB1418","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to release, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the Borough of Downingtown, Chester County, in return for the development of Kardon Park within the Borough of Downingtown and East Caln Township, Chester County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to release, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the Borough of Downingtown, Chester County, in return for the development of Kardon Park within the Borough of Downingtown and East Caln Township, Chester County.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1418/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1418","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":396672,"bill_number":"SB1397","title":"In retirement for State employees and officers, further defining \"enforcement officer.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in retirement for State employees and officers, further defining \"enforcement officer.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1397/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1397","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":396720,"bill_number":"SB1391","title":"Limiting copayments and coinsurances for insured medical services.","description":"An Act limiting copayments and coinsurances for insured medical services.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1391/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1391","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":396767,"bill_number":"SB8","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania eHealth Partnership Authority and the Pennsylvania eHealth Partnership Fund; providing for consent and confidentiality of health information; and establishing civil immunity under certain circumstances.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania eHealth Partnership Authority and the Pennsylvania eHealth Partnership Fund; providing for consent and confidentiality of health information; and establishing civil immunity under certain circumstances.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 121","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB8/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=8","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":396818,"bill_number":"HR574","title":"Designating the month of March 2012 as \"Brain Injury Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2012 as \"Brain Injury Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-02-15","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-02-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR574/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=574","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":396864,"bill_number":"HB2201","title":"Providing for performance audits of Commonwealth agencies and for the powers and duties of the Auditor General.","description":"An Act providing for performance audits of Commonwealth agencies and for the powers and duties of the Auditor General.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2201/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2201","sponsor":"John Lawrence"},
{"bill_id":396914,"bill_number":"HB2199","title":"Further providing for schedule of convictions and points; and providing for obedience to traffic control devices warning of hazardous conditions.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for schedule of convictions and points; and providing for obedience to traffic control devices warning of hazardous conditions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 114","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2199/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2199","sponsor":"Todd Stephens"},
{"bill_id":396964,"bill_number":"HB2198","title":"Prohibiting the use of State funds by institutions of higher education to pay certain legal expenses.","description":"An Act prohibiting the use of State funds by institutions of higher education to pay certain legal expenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2198/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2198","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":397013,"bill_number":"HB2197","title":"Further defining \"air pollution.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of January 8, 1960 (1959 P.L.2119, No.787), known as the Air Pollution Control Act, further defining \"air pollution.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2197/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2197","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":397063,"bill_number":"HB2196","title":"Further defining \"facility\"; defining \"chronic dementia\" and \"cognitive impairment\"; and providing for certain disclosures to facility residents.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 6, 1987 (P.L.381, No.79), known as the Older Adults Protective Services Act, further defining \"facility\"; defining \"chronic dementia\" and \"cognitive impairment\"; and providing for certain disclosures to facility residents.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2196/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2196","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":397240,"bill_number":"HB2215","title":"Designating an interchange at the intersection of Route 136 and Interstate 70 in Washington County as the Officer John David Dryer Memorial Interchange.","description":"An Act designating an interchange at the intersection of Route 136 and Interstate 70 in Washington County as the Officer John David Dryer Memorial Interchange.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 115","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2215/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2215","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":397301,"bill_number":"HR575","title":"Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the first airing of WPHL-TV's critically acclaimed and highly successful television program, \"Dancin' on Air.\"","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 30th anniversary of the first airing of WPHL-TV's critically acclaimed and highly successful television program, \"Dancin' on Air.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR575/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=575","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":397362,"bill_number":"HR576","title":"Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives, further providing for time of meeting.","description":"A Resolution amending the Rules of the House of Representatives, further providing for time of meeting.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-15","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-02-15","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR576/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=576","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":397423,"bill_number":"HR577","title":"Designating March 2012 as \"Irish-American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 2012 as \"Irish-American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR577/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=577","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":397483,"bill_number":"HR578","title":"Honoring the life of fallen Police Officer John David Dryer, who died in the line of duty on December 19, 2011, in East Washington Borough, Washington County.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of fallen Police Officer John David Dryer, who died in the line of duty on December 19, 2011, in East Washington Borough, Washington County.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR578/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=578","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":397545,"bill_number":"SB1419","title":"Further providing for the retention of certain recreation fees.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, further providing for the retention of certain recreation fees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1419/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1419","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":397605,"bill_number":"SB1421","title":"In judgments and other liens, further providing for exemption of particular property.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in judgments and other liens, further providing for exemption of particular property.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1421/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1421","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":397659,"bill_number":"SB1422","title":"Abrogating the common law doctrines of adverse possession and easement by prescription; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, abrogating the common law doctrines of adverse possession and easement by prescription; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1422/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1422","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":397666,"bill_number":"SB1424","title":"In Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board, providing for fees; in licenses and regulations relating to liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, further providing for revocation and suspension of licenses and fees; in disposition of moneys collected under provisions of act, further providing for moneys paid into the State Stores Fund for use of the Commonwealth; repealing provisions of the Administrative Code of 1929 relating to fees of the board; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board, providing for fees; in licenses and regulations relating to liquor, alcohol and malt and brewed beverages, further providing for revocation and suspension of licenses and fees; in disposition of moneys collected under provisions of act, further providing for moneys paid into the State Stores Fund for use of the Commonwealth; repealing provisions of the Administrative Code of 1929 relating to fees of the board; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-14","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2012-02-14","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1424/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1424","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":398455,"bill_number":"HB2216","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for special rules for bicycles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; and providing for special rules for bicycles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-22","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-02-22","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2216/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2216","sponsor":"Adam Ravenstahl"},
{"bill_id":398528,"bill_number":"HB2217","title":"Further providing for Gold Star Family plate.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Gold Star Family plate.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2217/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2217","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":398599,"bill_number":"HB2218","title":"In Pennsylvania Turnpike, further providing for deposit and distribution of funds.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Pennsylvania Turnpike, further providing for deposit and distribution of funds.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-22","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-02-22","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2218/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2218","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":398669,"bill_number":"HB2220","title":"In charter schools, further providing for establishment of charter school, for contents of application, for funding for charter schools, for causes for nonrenewal or termination, for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions and for cyber charter school application.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, further providing for establishment of charter school, for contents of application, for funding for charter schools, for causes for nonrenewal or termination, for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions and for cyber charter school application.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-22","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-02-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2220/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2220","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":398677,"bill_number":"HR580","title":"A Concurrent Resolution memorializing Congress to re-evaluate the enhanced emission inspection program as required by the Federal Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution memorializing Congress to re-evaluate the enhanced emission inspection program as required by the Federal Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-22","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-02-22","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR580/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=580","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":398861,"bill_number":"HR579","title":"Recognizing March 30, 2012, as \"Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing March 30, 2012, as \"Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR579/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=579","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":399048,"bill_number":"HB2219","title":"Further providing for persons required to report suspected child abuse.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for persons required to report suspected child abuse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-22","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2219/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2219","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":399907,"bill_number":"SB1414","title":"Providing for the creation of land banks for the conversion of vacant or tax-delinquent properties into productive use.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the creation of land banks for the conversion of vacant or tax-delinquent properties into productive use.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-16","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1414/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1414","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":400061,"bill_number":"SB1425","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to lease to an alternative energy company certain lands situate on State forest land located in Adams Township, Cambria County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to lease to an alternative energy company certain lands situate on State forest land located in Adams Township, Cambria County.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-16","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-16","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1425/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1425","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":400211,"bill_number":"SB1427","title":"Providing for the definitions of \"farmer\" and \"farming\"; and further providing for declaration and payment of income taxes and for withholding and remittance.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, providing for the definitions of \"farmer\" and \"farming\"; and further providing for declaration and payment of income taxes and for withholding and remittance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-02-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1427/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1427","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":400361,"bill_number":"SB1428","title":"Further providing for criminal history record information.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for criminal history record information.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1428/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1428","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":400902,"bill_number":"HB2223","title":"Amending the act of January 19, 1967 (1968 P.L.992, No.442), entitled, as amended, \"An act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the local government units thereof to preserve, acquire or hold land for open space uses,\" further providing for local taxing options.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 19, 1967 (1968 P.L.992, No.442), entitled, as amended, \"An act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the local government units thereof to preserve, acquire or hold land for open space uses,\" further providing for local taxing options.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2223/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2223","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":400933,"bill_number":"HB2222","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, prohibiting certain transportation, lodging and hospitality; providing for exceptions; and further providing for statement of financial interests.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, prohibiting certain transportation, lodging and hospitality; providing for exceptions; and further providing for statement of financial interests.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-22","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2222/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2222","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":400965,"bill_number":"HB2221","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, prohibiting certain gifts; providing for exceptions; and further providing for statement of financial interests.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, prohibiting certain gifts; providing for exceptions; and further providing for statement of financial interests.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-22","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2221/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2221","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":400998,"bill_number":"HB2184","title":"Providing for a clean energy job creation tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a clean energy job creation tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-02-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2184/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2184","sponsor":"Dwight Evans"},
{"bill_id":401030,"bill_number":"HB2183","title":"Providing for a renewable energy job creation tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a renewable energy job creation tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-02-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2183/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2183","sponsor":"Dwight Evans"},
{"bill_id":401066,"bill_number":"HB2182","title":"Providing for a hotel and resort property construction and renovation tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a hotel and resort property construction and renovation tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-02-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2182/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2182","sponsor":"Dwight Evans"},
{"bill_id":401098,"bill_number":"HB2181","title":"Providing for a manufacturing jobs tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a manufacturing jobs tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-22","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-02-22","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2181/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2181","sponsor":"Dwight Evans"},
{"bill_id":401130,"bill_number":"HB1920","title":"Providing for a tax credit for telecommuters.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a tax credit for telecommuters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-22","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-02-22","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1920/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1920","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":402764,"bill_number":"SB1420","title":"Further providing for investigating grand jury presentments and for investigating grand jury reports.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for investigating grand jury presentments and for investigating grand jury reports.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1420/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1420","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":402977,"bill_number":"SB1429","title":"Designating the bridge carrying State Route 114 over Interstate 81 in Silver Spring Township, Cumberland County, as the Corporal Paul Walters Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge carrying State Route 114 over Interstate 81 in Silver Spring Township, Cumberland County, as the Corporal Paul Walters Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-29","last_action":"Act No. 58","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1429/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1429","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":403816,"bill_number":"HB2224","title":"Amending the act of December 15, 1959 (P.L.1772, No.670), entitled \"An act providing for the orderly disposition of properties situate within political subdivisions and donated, or otherwise dedicated or offered for dedication, where no formal record appears as to acceptance by the political subdivision, as public parks, squares or similar uses and public buildings, and no longer necessary or practicable for such purposes, and granting orphans' courts jurisdiction with respect thereto,\" further providing for definitions, for use of trust property and for purchase or condemnation of property.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1959 (P.L.1772, No.670), entitled \"An act providing for the orderly disposition of properties situate within political subdivisions and donated, or otherwise dedicated or offered for dedication, where no formal record appears as to acceptance by the political subdivision, as public parks, squares or similar uses and public buildings, and no longer necessary or practicable for such purposes, and granting orphans' courts jurisdiction with respect thereto,\" further providing for definitions, for use of trust property and for purchase or condemnation of property.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2224/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2224","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":404036,"bill_number":"HB2225","title":"Further providing for collection of fees and fines and for slot machine licensee deposits.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for collection of fees and fines and for slot machine licensee deposits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-02-29","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2225/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2225","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":404248,"bill_number":"HR581","title":"Designating the week of March 4 through 10, 2012, as \"National Consumer Protection Week\" in Pennsylvania and emphasizing the important role of consumer education in making smart financial decisions.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of March 4 through 10, 2012, as \"National Consumer Protection Week\" in Pennsylvania and emphasizing the important role of consumer education in making smart financial decisions.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR581/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=581","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":404939,"bill_number":"HB2226","title":"Further providing for information relating to prospective child-care personnel.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for information relating to prospective child-care personnel.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-02-29","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2226/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2226","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":405130,"bill_number":"HB2227","title":"Further providing, in criminal history record information, for general regulations.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing, in criminal history record information, for general regulations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2227/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2227","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":405318,"bill_number":"HB2228","title":"Further providing for definitions and for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for definitions and for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-02-29","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2228/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2228","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":406125,"bill_number":"HB2229","title":"Further providing for administration.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 14, 1952 (1951 P.L.1898, No.522), known as the Funeral Director Law, further providing for administration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-02-29","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2229/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2229","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":406281,"bill_number":"HR582","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Parental Alienation Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Parental Alienation Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Adopted (193-1)","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR582/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=582","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":406432,"bill_number":"HR583","title":"Honoring Patty Jackson, midday host of 105.3 WDAS-FM, on her silver anniversary in radio broadcasting.","description":"A Resolution honoring Patty Jackson, midday host of 105.3 WDAS-FM, on her silver anniversary in radio broadcasting.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR583/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=583","sponsor":"Cherelle Parker"},
{"bill_id":407270,"bill_number":"SB1431","title":"Requiring environmental remediation in industrial closures; imposing functions on the Department of Community and Economic Development and the Department of Environmental Protection; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act requiring environmental remediation in industrial closures; imposing functions on the Department of Community and Economic Development and the Department of Environmental Protection; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-27","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-02-27","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1431/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1431","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":407354,"bill_number":"SB1423","title":"Further providing for the offense of scattering rubbish and for the offense of depositing of waste and other material on highway, property or waters.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of scattering rubbish and for the offense of depositing of waste and other material on highway, property or waters.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-02-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1423/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1423","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":407446,"bill_number":"SB1413","title":"Further providing for definitions, for persons required to report suspected child abuse, for reporting procedure, for immunity from liability and for penalties for failure to report or to refer; providing for false reports of child abuse; and further providing for release of information in confidential reports, for school employees, for administration, for investigation, for responsibilities of county agency for child protective services and for investigation of reports.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for persons required to report suspected child abuse, for reporting procedure, for immunity from liability and for penalties for failure to report or to refer; providing for false reports of child abuse; and further providing for release of information in confidential reports, for school employees, for administration, for investigation, for responsibilities of county agency for child protective services and for investigation of reports.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-02-27","last_action":"Re-committed to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1413/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1413","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":407538,"bill_number":"HR584","title":"Recognizing the month of March 2012 as \"National Athletic Training Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of March 2012 as \"National Athletic Training Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR584/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=584","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":407717,"bill_number":"HB2232","title":"Providing for a voluntary contribution system to aid in the preservation of the Pennsylvania State Memorial and other sites at the Gettysburg National Military Park.","description":"An Act providing for a voluntary contribution system to aid in the preservation of the Pennsylvania State Memorial and other sites at the Gettysburg National Military Park.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-02-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2232/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2232","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":407738,"bill_number":"HR585","title":"Designating March 1, 2012, as \"Saint David's Day\" to be observed throughout this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution designating March 1, 2012, as \"Saint David's Day\" to be observed throughout this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR585/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=585","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":407761,"bill_number":"HR586","title":"Designating the month of March 2012 as \"Licensed Athletic Trainer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2012 as \"Licensed Athletic Trainer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR586/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=586","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":407787,"bill_number":"HR587","title":"Designating the month of March 2012 as \"Medical Physicist Awareness and Appreciation Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2012 as \"Medical Physicist Awareness and Appreciation Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR587/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=587","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":407808,"bill_number":"HR588","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Child Abuse Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Child Abuse Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR588/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=588","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":407832,"bill_number":"HR589","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR589/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=589","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":407855,"bill_number":"HR590","title":"Recognizing the week beginning May 21, 2012, as \"Small Business Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week beginning May 21, 2012, as \"Small Business Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR590/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=590","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":407872,"bill_number":"HR591","title":"Observing the month of March 2012 as \"National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing the month of March 2012 as \"National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR591/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=591","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":408032,"bill_number":"HB2200","title":"Further providing for definitions and for classes of service; providing for election to become a Class D-C member; and establishing the Legislative Agency Official and Employee Defined Contribution Benefit Program and the Individual Annuity Savings Account.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for classes of service; providing for election to become a Class D-C member; and establishing the Legislative Agency Official and Employee Defined Contribution Benefit Program and the Individual Annuity Savings Account.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-02-29","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2200/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2200","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":408187,"bill_number":"HB2230","title":"Expanding the scope of the act; in local taxes, further providing for vacation of tax ordinances and resolutions by State tax measures; in consolidated collection of local income taxes, further providing for definitions and for tax collection committees; and providing for optional property tax reduction and for School Property Tax Millage Rate Reduction Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, expanding the scope of the act; in local taxes, further providing for vacation of tax ordinances and resolutions by State tax measures; in consolidated collection of local income taxes, further providing for definitions and for tax collection committees; and providing for optional property tax reduction and for School Property Tax Millage Rate Reduction Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2230/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2230","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":408337,"bill_number":"HB2231","title":"In preliminary provisions, providing for mandate waiver program.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, providing for mandate waiver program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-02-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2231/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2231","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":408406,"bill_number":"HR594","title":"Designating March 2012 as \"American Red Cross Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 2012 as \"American Red Cross Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR594/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=594","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":408446,"bill_number":"HR593","title":"Encouraging corporations engaged in the Marcellus Shale industry in this Commonwealth to adopt a set of principles known as the \"Marcellus Shale Principles.\"","description":"A Resolution encouraging corporations engaged in the Marcellus Shale industry in this Commonwealth to adopt a set of principles known as the \"Marcellus Shale Principles.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-02-29","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR593/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=593","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":408488,"bill_number":"HR592","title":"Designating the month of March 2012 as \"Problem Gambling Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and observing the week of March 4 through 10, 2012, as \"National Problem Gambling Awareness Week.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2012 as \"Problem Gambling Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and observing the week of March 4 through 10, 2012, as \"National Problem Gambling Awareness Week.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR592/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=592","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":408529,"bill_number":"HB2234","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in special licenses and permits, further providing for disabled person permits.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in special licenses and permits, further providing for disabled person permits.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2234/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2234","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":408570,"bill_number":"HB2233","title":"Providing for nonindigenous and exotic reptile and amphibian possession permits.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for nonindigenous and exotic reptile and amphibian possession permits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2012-02-29","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2233/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2233","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":408849,"bill_number":"SB1380","title":"Providing for access by abutting landowners, for use of equal or superior alternative design measures, for pre-application grant of design waiver or waiver or variance requests, for offsite mitigation and funding, for use of non-fact-based assumptions, for permitted professional certifications and for recorded notice of postconstruction storm water management best management practices; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 22, 1937 (P.L.1987, No.394), known as The Clean Streams Law, providing for access by abutting landowners, for use of equal or superior alternative design measures, for pre-application grant of design waiver or waiver or variance requests, for offsite mitigation and funding, for use of non-fact-based assumptions, for permitted professional certifications and for recorded notice of postconstruction storm water management best management practices; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-02-29","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1380/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1380","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":409084,"bill_number":"SR260","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct an economic impact study of the Homeowners Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct an economic impact study of the Homeowners Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-02-29","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2012-02-29","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR260/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=260","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":409176,"bill_number":"HB2237","title":"Providing for unlicensed residential habilitation waiver services and reimbursement.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for unlicensed residential habilitation waiver services and reimbursement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-05","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2012-03-05","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2237/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2237","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":409242,"bill_number":"HB2236","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to taxation.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions relating to taxation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-05","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-05","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2236/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2236","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":409317,"bill_number":"HB2235","title":"Making an appropriation to the Department of Public Welfare for rape crisis programs for the remainder of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.","description":"An Act making an appropriation to the Department of Public Welfare for rape crisis programs for the remainder of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-05","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-03-05","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2235/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2235","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":409743,"bill_number":"HR596","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Pennsylvania 8-1-1 Safe Digging Month.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Pennsylvania 8-1-1 Safe Digging Month.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR596/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=596","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":410088,"bill_number":"HR597","title":"Recognizing and honoring Dr. Robert R. Jennings as the 13th president of Lincoln University and his long-standing commitment to higher education.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring Dr. Robert R. Jennings as the 13th president of Lincoln University and his long-standing commitment to higher education.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR597/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=597","sponsor":"Cherelle Parker"},
{"bill_id":410192,"bill_number":"HB2238","title":"In voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for date of application for absentee ballot.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for date of application for absentee ballot.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-05","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-05","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2238/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2238","sponsor":"Curt Schroder"},
{"bill_id":410242,"bill_number":"HR598","title":"Designating March 2, 2012, as \"Read Across America Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 2, 2012, as \"Read Across America Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR598/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=598","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":410289,"bill_number":"HR599","title":"Designating the week of March 19 through 23, 2012, as \"Youth Violence Prevention Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of March 19 through 23, 2012, as \"Youth Violence Prevention Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR599/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=599","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":410335,"bill_number":"HR600","title":"Designating March 2012 as \"Professional Social Work Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 2012 as \"Professional Social Work Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR600/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=600","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":410382,"bill_number":"SB1403","title":"Further providing for liability for actions of others.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for liability for actions of others.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1403/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1403","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":410424,"bill_number":"SB1434","title":"Providing for higher education scholarship tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for higher education scholarship tax credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-03-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1434/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1434","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":410927,"bill_number":"HR602","title":"Directing the Public Employee Retirement Commission, in conjunction with Pennsylvania School Employees' Retirement System and the State Employees' Retirement System, to conduct a comprehensive study of the respective State-sponsored pension systems.","description":"A Resolution directing the Public Employee Retirement Commission, in conjunction with Pennsylvania School Employees' Retirement System and the State Employees' Retirement System, to conduct a comprehensive study of the respective State-sponsored pension systems.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR602/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=602","sponsor":"Duane Milne"},
{"bill_id":410938,"bill_number":"HR601","title":"Extending condolences upon the death of Donald \"Don\" Cornelius, creator of Soul Train.","description":"A Resolution extending condolences upon the death of Donald \"Don\" Cornelius, creator of Soul Train.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR601/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=601","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":411111,"bill_number":"HB2239","title":"In fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of excise tax; and providing for hotel room rental tax in certain third class counties.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of excise tax; and providing for hotel room rental tax in certain third class counties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Referred to TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"Tourism & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2239/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2239","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":411256,"bill_number":"HR603","title":"Designating the week of March 17 through 24, 2012, as \"Maple Producers Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of March 17 through 24, 2012, as \"Maple Producers Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-14","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR603/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=603","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":411357,"bill_number":"SR261","title":"Designating March 2012 as \"American Red Cross Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 2012 as \"American Red Cross Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-05","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-03-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR261/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=261","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":411393,"bill_number":"HR607","title":"Memorializing Congress of the United States to enact H.R. 4018 (2012), which would enhance and improve the Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program.","description":"A Resolution memorializing Congress of the United States to enact H.R. 4018 (2012), which would enhance and improve the Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-14","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR607/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=607","sponsor":"Frank Farry"},
{"bill_id":411429,"bill_number":"HR606","title":"Designating the week of April 2 through 7, 2012, as \"Community Banking Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 2 through 7, 2012, as \"Community Banking Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Adopted (193-1)","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR606/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=606","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":411467,"bill_number":"HR605","title":"Congratulating the American Cancer Society for its commitment to research and public service and designating the week of March 19 through 25, 2012, as \"Daffodil Days Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the American Cancer Society for its commitment to research and public service and designating the week of March 19 through 25, 2012, as \"Daffodil Days Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR605/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=605","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":411507,"bill_number":"HR604","title":"Designating April 4, 2012, as \"Thaddeus Stevens Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 4, 2012, as \"Thaddeus Stevens Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR604/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=604","sponsor":"Michael Sturla"},
{"bill_id":411546,"bill_number":"HB2203","title":"In primary and election expenses, further providing for place of filing; and providing for electronic filing of reports and for inability to file reports or statements by deadline.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in primary and election expenses, further providing for place of filing; and providing for electronic filing of reports and for inability to file reports or statements by deadline.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2203/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2203","sponsor":"Lynda Schlegel Culver"},
{"bill_id":411590,"bill_number":"SR263","title":"Recognizing March 2012 as \"Eye Donor Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing March 2012 as \"Eye Donor Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-03-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR263/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=263","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":411622,"bill_number":"SR262","title":"Designating March 2012 as \"Irish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 2012 as \"Irish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-03-06","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-03-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR262/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=262","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":411656,"bill_number":"SB1437","title":"Further providing for policy, for definitions, for decisions, for review, for administration and for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Purchase Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for policy, for definitions, for decisions, for review, for administration and for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Purchase Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-06","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-03-06","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1437/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1437","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":411695,"bill_number":"SB1436","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; prohibiting certain action affecting Keystone Exams; and, in the State Board of Education, further providing for powers and duties of the board.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; prohibiting certain action affecting Keystone Exams; and, in the State Board of Education, further providing for powers and duties of the board.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-06","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1436/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1436","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":411732,"bill_number":"SB1435","title":"Further providing for definitions and programs relating to domestic violence and rape victims services.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for definitions and programs relating to domestic violence and rape victims services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-06","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-03-06","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1435/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1435","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":411770,"bill_number":"SB1433","title":"Providing for the Homeowner Assistance Settlement Act; establishing a fund for the purpose of funding the Homeowner's Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program; and providing for the effect of noncompliance with the notice requirements of the homeowner's emergency mortgage assistance program and for allocations from the fund.","description":"An Act providing for the Homeowner Assistance Settlement Act; establishing a fund for the purpose of funding the Homeowner's Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program; and providing for the effect of noncompliance with the notice requirements of the homeowner's emergency mortgage assistance program and for allocations from the fund.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Act No. 70","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1433/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1433","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":411808,"bill_number":"SB1426","title":"Providing for freedom of conscience of health care providers and health care institutions.","description":"An Act providing for freedom of conscience of health care providers and health care institutions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-06","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-03-06","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1426/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1426","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":411846,"bill_number":"SB1416","title":"Providing for property tax increases in cities of the first class.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 22, 1933 (P.L.853, No.155), known as The General County Assessment Law, providing for property tax increases in cities of the first class.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-06","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2012-03-06","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1416/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1416","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":411976,"bill_number":"HB2240","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to Stewart Township and Fayette County, separately, certain lands situate in Stewart Township, Fayette County, in exchange for Stewart Township and Fayette County, separately, granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to those existing lands at Ohiopyle State Park.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Governor, to grant and convey to Stewart Township and Fayette County, separately, certain lands situate in Stewart Township, Fayette County, in exchange for Stewart Township and Fayette County, separately, granting and conveying certain lands to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to be added to those existing lands at Ohiopyle State Park.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2240/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2240","sponsor":"Timothy Mahoney"},
{"bill_id":412022,"bill_number":"HB2241","title":"Imposing a tax for roll-your-own cigarettes.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, imposing a tax for roll-your-own cigarettes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2241/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2241","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":412026,"bill_number":"SB1432","title":"Prohibiting Commonwealth agencies from expending funds to construct sewer facilities or sewer infrastructure projects for State correctional institutions in counties of the second class A.","description":"An Act prohibiting Commonwealth agencies from expending funds to construct sewer facilities or sewer infrastructure projects for State correctional institutions in counties of the second class A.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-07","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1432/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1432","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":412500,"bill_number":"SR266","title":"Designating March 8, 2012, as \"Agriculture Day\" in Pennsylvania and congratulating the Agriculture Council of America for its work in promoting the agricultural industry.","description":"A Resolution designating March 8, 2012, as \"Agriculture Day\" in Pennsylvania and congratulating the Agriculture Council of America for its work in promoting the agricultural industry.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-07","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-03-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR266/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=266","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":412920,"bill_number":"SB1441","title":"Further providing for special tax provisions for poverty.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for special tax provisions for poverty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-09","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-03-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1441/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1441","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":412925,"bill_number":"SB1440","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and providing for reimbursement of certain costs relating to Keystone Exams.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and providing for reimbursement of certain costs relating to Keystone Exams.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-09","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1440/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1440","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":412934,"bill_number":"HR617","title":"Congratulating the Joint State Government Commission on its 75th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Joint State Government Commission on its 75th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR617/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=617","sponsor":"Florindo Fabrizio"},
{"bill_id":412942,"bill_number":"HR616","title":"Designating April 2012 as \"Esophageal Cancer Awareness and Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 2012 as \"Esophageal Cancer Awareness and Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR616/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=616","sponsor":"Donna Oberlander"},
{"bill_id":412953,"bill_number":"HR615","title":"Honoring Chris Doleman, National Football League defensive end and linebacker, on his election into the Professional Football Hall of Fame on February 4, 2012.","description":"A Resolution honoring Chris Doleman, National Football League defensive end and linebacker, on his election into the Professional Football Hall of Fame on February 4, 2012.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR615/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=615","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":412964,"bill_number":"HR614","title":"Honoring BAYADA Home Health Care for 37 years of providing in-home care.","description":"A Resolution honoring BAYADA Home Health Care for 37 years of providing in-home care.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR614/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=614","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":412973,"bill_number":"HR613","title":"Recognizing and congratulating the County of Lehigh on the 200th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and congratulating the County of Lehigh on the 200th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR613/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=613","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":412984,"bill_number":"HR612","title":"Honoring and commemorating March 12, 2012, as the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts.","description":"A Resolution honoring and commemorating March 12, 2012, as the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR612/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=612","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":412992,"bill_number":"HR611","title":"Recognizing April 27, 2012, as \"Arbor Day\"; promoting public participation in the celebration; and further recognizing the value of trees to our environment.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 27, 2012, as \"Arbor Day\"; promoting public participation in the celebration; and further recognizing the value of trees to our environment.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR611/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=611","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":413004,"bill_number":"HR610","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the \"flip model\" of educating students and to prepare a comprehensive report on the history and proven effectiveness of this reversed class structure model, and to identify low-performing schools in this Commonwealth that the Department of Education should invite to participate in testing this model for the duration of one complete academic school year.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the \"flip model\" of educating students and to prepare a comprehensive report on the history and proven effectiveness of this reversed class structure model, and to identify low-performing schools in this Commonwealth that the Department of Education should invite to participate in testing this model for the duration of one complete academic school year.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR610/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=610","sponsor":"Cherelle Parker"},
{"bill_id":413016,"bill_number":"HR609","title":"Recognizing May 3, 2012, as the \"National Day of Prayer\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 3, 2012, as the \"National Day of Prayer\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR609/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=609","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":413026,"bill_number":"HR608","title":"Honoring Curtis Martin for his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.","description":"A Resolution honoring Curtis Martin for his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR608/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=608","sponsor":"Paul Costa"},
{"bill_id":413035,"bill_number":"HB2245","title":"Providing for the adoption of capital projects related to flood disaster railroad assistance projects.","description":"An Act providing for the adoption of capital projects related to flood disaster railroad assistance projects.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2245/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2245","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":413049,"bill_number":"HB2244","title":"Providing for watershed disaster reconstruction.","description":"An Act providing for watershed disaster reconstruction.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-04-20","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2244/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2244","sponsor":"Sandra Major"},
{"bill_id":413056,"bill_number":"HB2243","title":"Amending the act of July 7, 2011 (P.L.216, No.37), entitled \"An act designating U.S. Route 62 in Mercer County as the Mercer County Veterans Highway,\" designating U.S. Route 62 in Venango County as the Venango County Veterans Highway; designating U.S. Route 62 in Forest County as the Forest County Veterans Highway; and designating U.S. Route 62 in Warren County as the Warren County Veterans Highway.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 7, 2011 (P.L.216, No.37), entitled \"An act designating U.S. Route 62 in Mercer County as the Mercer County Veterans Highway,\" designating U.S. Route 62 in Venango County as the Venango County Veterans Highway; designating U.S. Route 62 in Forest County as the Forest County Veterans Highway; and designating U.S. Route 62 in Warren County as the Warren County Veterans Highway.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2243/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2243","sponsor":"Scott Hutchinson"},
{"bill_id":413067,"bill_number":"HB2185","title":"Providing for Priority Assistance Grant for Education Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for Priority Assistance Grant for Education Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2185/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2185","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":413252,"bill_number":"HB2242","title":"Providing for the highway capital budget project itemization for flood-damaged highways to be financed from revenue from the Motor License Fund.","description":"An Act providing for the highway capital budget project itemization for flood-damaged highways to be financed from revenue from the Motor License Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-04-20","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2242/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2242","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":413280,"bill_number":"HB2246","title":"Designating a bridge carrying U.S. Route 202 over the Neshaminy Creek in Doylestown Township, Bucks County, as the First Lieutenant Travis Lemma Manion Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge carrying U.S. Route 202 over the Neshaminy Creek in Doylestown Township, Bucks County, as the First Lieutenant Travis Lemma Manion Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-17","last_action":"Act No. 47","last_action_date":"2012-05-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2246/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2246","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":413310,"bill_number":"HB2247","title":"In dates of elections and primaries and special elections, further providing for affidavits of candidates; and, in nomination of candidates, further providing for affidavits of candidates.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in dates of elections and primaries and special elections, further providing for affidavits of candidates; and, in nomination of candidates, further providing for affidavits of candidates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2247/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2247","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":413337,"bill_number":"HB2248","title":"Further providing for manner of election or approval, for election of assistant district superintendents, for term and salary of assistants, for commissions, for removal, for superintendents of schools or buildings and of supplies and for associate and assistant district superintendents; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for manner of election or approval, for election of assistant district superintendents, for term and salary of assistants, for commissions, for removal, for superintendents of schools or buildings and of supplies and for associate and assistant district superintendents; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-13","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2248/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2248","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":413366,"bill_number":"HB2249","title":"Defining the offense of online impersonation; prescribing a penalty; and providing for damages in actions for online impersonation.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, defining the offense of online impersonation; prescribing a penalty; and providing for damages in actions for online impersonation.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2249/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2249","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":413394,"bill_number":"HR618","title":"Honoring the University of Pittsburgh on the occasion of the 225th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution honoring the University of Pittsburgh on the occasion of the 225th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR618/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=618","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":413423,"bill_number":"SB1443","title":"Further providing for limitations on civil actions based on certain assaults.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for limitations on civil actions based on certain assaults.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1443/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1443","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":413450,"bill_number":"SB1445","title":"Further providing for statutes of limitations for certain offenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for statutes of limitations for certain offenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1445/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1445","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":413480,"bill_number":"SB1447","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Randy M. Thomas, or his assigns, a permanent utility easement across certain lands situate in White Township, Indiana County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Randy M. Thomas, or his assigns, a permanent utility easement across certain lands situate in White Township, Indiana County.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1447/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1447","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":413508,"bill_number":"SR259","title":"Designating the week of April 2 through 7, 2012, as \"Community Banking Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 2 through 7, 2012, as \"Community Banking Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR259/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=259","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":413532,"bill_number":"SR267","title":"Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America on March 12, 2012.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America on March 12, 2012.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-12","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-03-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR267/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=267","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":413587,"bill_number":"HB2250","title":"In charter schools, further providing for annual reports and assessments; and providing for multiple charter school organization.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, further providing for annual reports and assessments; and providing for multiple charter school organization.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-13","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2250/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2250","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":413642,"bill_number":"HB2165","title":"Further providing for automated red light enforcement systems in first class cities.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for automated red light enforcement systems in first class cities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-13","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2165/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2165","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":413703,"bill_number":"HB2143","title":"In small and disadvantaged businesses, further providing for definitions; and providing for small business reserve.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in small and disadvantaged businesses, further providing for definitions; and providing for small business reserve.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2143/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2143","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":413789,"bill_number":"HB2252","title":"Further providing for collection by legal representatives of deceased tax collectors.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 25, 1945 (P.L.1050, No.394), known as the Local Tax Collection Law, further providing for collection by legal representatives of deceased tax collectors.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2252/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2252","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":413815,"bill_number":"HB2253","title":"Providing for small disaster assistance to individuals, businesses and municipalities; imposing surcharges on insurers; establishing a fund; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development, the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency, the Department of Public Welfare and the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.","description":"An Act providing for small disaster assistance to individuals, businesses and municipalities; imposing surcharges on insurers; establishing a fund; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development, the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency, the Department of Public Welfare and the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2253/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2253","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":413845,"bill_number":"HB2254","title":"Designating the bridge carrying State Route 45, crossing the Little Juniata River in Spruce Creek Township, Huntingdon County, as the SFC Sidney N. Hamer Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge carrying State Route 45, crossing the Little Juniata River in Spruce Creek Township, Huntingdon County, as the SFC Sidney N. Hamer Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2254/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2254","sponsor":"Michael Fleck"},
{"bill_id":413871,"bill_number":"HR619","title":"Recognizing the week of March 11 through 17, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania History Days\" and observing March 14, 2012, as \"Charter Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of March 11 through 17, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania History Days\" and observing March 14, 2012, as \"Charter Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-29","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-29","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR619/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=619","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":413889,"bill_number":"HR620","title":"Designating the month of March 2012 as \"Hibernian Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2012 as \"Hibernian Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR620/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=620","sponsor":"Kevin Murphy"},
{"bill_id":413907,"bill_number":"HR621","title":"Honoring the University of Pittsburgh on the occasion of the 225th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution honoring the University of Pittsburgh on the occasion of the 225th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-13","last_action":"Adopted (192-1)","last_action_date":"2012-03-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR621/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=621","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":414103,"bill_number":"SR269","title":"Designating the month of March 2012 as \"Brain Injury Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of March 2012 as \"Brain Injury Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-03-14","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR269/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=269","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":414137,"bill_number":"HR623","title":"Designating March 27, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Day\" and commending the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau's more than 53,000 members for their contributions to this Commonwealth and our agricultural industry.","description":"A Resolution designating March 27, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Day\" and commending the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau's more than 53,000 members for their contributions to this Commonwealth and our agricultural industry.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR623/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=623","sponsor":"John Maher"},
{"bill_id":414175,"bill_number":"HR622","title":"Recognizing the week of April 8 through 14, 2012, as \"Library Week 2012\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of April 8 through 14, 2012, as \"Library Week 2012\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR622/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=622","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":414212,"bill_number":"HB2258","title":"Further providing for general provisions governing both tuition account programs.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 3, 1992 (P.L.28, No.11), known as the Tuition Account Programs and College Savings Bond Act, further providing for general provisions governing both tuition account programs.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2258/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2258","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":414253,"bill_number":"HB2257","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for classes of income; and in inheritance tax, further providing for transfers not subject to inheritance tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for classes of income; and in inheritance tax, further providing for transfers not subject to inheritance tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2257/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2257","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":414290,"bill_number":"HB2256","title":"In sentencing, providing for race in sentencing in capital cases.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in sentencing, providing for race in sentencing in capital cases.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2256/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2256","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":414326,"bill_number":"HB2255","title":"Providing for procedures in lineups.","description":"An Act providing for procedures in lineups.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2255/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2255","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":414363,"bill_number":"HB2251","title":"Further providing for definitions and for disposition of fees, fines and civil penalties; establishing the Keystone Vehicle Program; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 8, 1960 (1959 P.L.2119, No.787), known as the Air Pollution Control Act, further providing for definitions and for disposition of fees, fines and civil penalties; establishing the Keystone Vehicle Program; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2251/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2251","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":414725,"bill_number":"SR265","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to support continued and increased importation of Canadian oil.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to support continued and increased importation of Canadian oil.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR265/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=265","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":414983,"bill_number":"HB1994","title":"In Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, providing for reduction of sentence for certain minors.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, providing for reduction of sentence for certain minors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1994/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1994","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":414987,"bill_number":"HB1995","title":"Providing for crime labs, for procedure, for remedies, for standards and training and for centralized tracking system.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for crime labs, for procedure, for remedies, for standards and training and for centralized tracking system.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-19","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-19","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1995/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1995","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":414991,"bill_number":"HB2167","title":"Amending the act of January 19, 1968 (1967 P.L.992, No.442), entitled, as amended, \"An act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the local government units thereof to preserve, acquire or hold land for open space uses,\" further providing for local taxing options.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 19, 1968 (1967 P.L.992, No.442), entitled, as amended, \"An act authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the local government units thereof to preserve, acquire or hold land for open space uses,\" further providing for local taxing options.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2167/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2167","sponsor":"Thomas Quigley"},
{"bill_id":414995,"bill_number":"HB2259","title":"In divorce, further providing for counseling.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in divorce, further providing for counseling.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2259/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2259","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":415000,"bill_number":"HB2260","title":"Further providing for recounts.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for recounts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2260/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2260","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":415004,"bill_number":"HB2261","title":"Limiting copayments and coinsurances for insured medical services.","description":"An Act limiting copayments and coinsurances for insured medical services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-19","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-03-19","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2261/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2261","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":415009,"bill_number":"HB2262","title":"Amending the act of May 6, 1929 (P.L.1551, No.469), entitled \"An act authorizing cities of the first class to adopt and enforce zoning ordinances; regulating and restricting the height, location, size, bulk and use of buildings and/or land, the areas to be occupied by buildings in proportion to the size of the lots upon which they stand, the size of courts, yards and other open spaces appurtenant thereto, and the density of population, and for these purposes to establish districts and boundaries; to designate and regulate residential, commercial and industrial or other uses within such districts and boundaries; and providing for the appointment of a zoning commission and a board of adjustment, the creation of a bureau of zoning, and setting forth the duties and functions of said commission, board and bureau; providing for the administration and enforcement of rules and ordinances authorized by this act, and penalties for violations thereof,\" further providing for board of adjustment.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 6, 1929 (P.L.1551, No.469), entitled \"An act authorizing cities of the first class to adopt and enforce zoning ordinances; regulating and restricting the height, location, size, bulk and use of buildings and/or land, the areas to be occupied by buildings in proportion to the size of the lots upon which they stand, the size of courts, yards and other open spaces appurtenant thereto, and the density of population, and for these purposes to establish districts and boundaries; to designate and regulate residential, commercial and industrial or other uses within such districts and boundaries; and providing for the appointment of a zoning commission and a board of adjustment, the creation of a bureau of zoning, and setting forth the duties and functions of said commission, board and bureau; providing for the administration and enforcement of rules and ordinances authorized by this act, and penalties for violations thereof,\" further providing for board of adjustment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-19","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-03-19","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2262/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2262","sponsor":"John Sabatina"},
{"bill_id":415012,"bill_number":"HB2263","title":"Providing for congenital heart defects screening.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 9, 1965 (P.L.497, No.251), known as the Newborn Child Testing Act, providing for congenital heart defects screening.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-19","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2012-03-19","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2263/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2263","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":415020,"bill_number":"HB2264","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for notice of peanut or tree nut allergies.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for definitions; and providing for notice of peanut or tree nut allergies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-19","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-19","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2264/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2264","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":415023,"bill_number":"HB2265","title":"Providing for food allergy guidelines.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for food allergy guidelines.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-19","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-03-19","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2265/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2265","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":415028,"bill_number":"HB2266","title":"Prohibiting certain road signs from displaying the name of the sitting Governor.","description":"An Act prohibiting certain road signs from displaying the name of the sitting Governor.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-19","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-19","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2266/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2266","sponsor":"John Lawrence"},
{"bill_id":415033,"bill_number":"HB2267","title":"Further providing for definitions, for sales by Pennsylvania Liquor Stores, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, for sales by manufacturers of malt or brewed beverages and minimum quantities, for retail dispensers' restrictions on purchases and sales, for breweries, for local option, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licensees, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees and for rights of municipalities preserved.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for definitions, for sales by Pennsylvania Liquor Stores, for sales by liquor licensees and restrictions, for sales by manufacturers of malt or brewed beverages and minimum quantities, for retail dispensers' restrictions on purchases and sales, for breweries, for local option, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, alcohol and liquor licensees, for unlawful acts relative to liquor, malt and brewed beverages and licensees and for rights of municipalities preserved.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 116","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2267/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2267","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":415038,"bill_number":"HB2268","title":"Further providing for definitions, for general powers of the State Board of Dentistry, for fees, for reason for refusal, revocation or suspension of license or certificate, for licensing of graduates of foreign dental schools, for employees and assistants, for penalties and for reporting of multiple licensure or certification.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.216, No.76), known as The Dental Law, further providing for definitions, for general powers of the State Board of Dentistry, for fees, for reason for refusal, revocation or suspension of license or certificate, for licensing of graduates of foreign dental schools, for employees and assistants, for penalties and for reporting of multiple licensure or certification.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-19","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-03-19","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2268/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2268","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":415042,"bill_number":"HB2269","title":"Providing for special lottery sales, for a source of funds for repayment of bond indebtedness for mass transit purposes and for the Economic Development Fund for Mass Transit; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 26, 1971 (P.L.351, No.91), known as the State Lottery Law, providing for special lottery sales, for a source of funds for repayment of bond indebtedness for mass transit purposes and for the Economic Development Fund for Mass Transit; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-19","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-03-19","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2269/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2269","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":415047,"bill_number":"HR624","title":"Designating April 24, 2012, as \"Healthy Schools Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 24, 2012, as \"Healthy Schools Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR624/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=624","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":415050,"bill_number":"HR625","title":"Designating the week of March 18 through 24, 2012, as \"Poison Prevention Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of March 18 through 24, 2012, as \"Poison Prevention Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR625/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=625","sponsor":"Adam Ravenstahl"},
{"bill_id":415052,"bill_number":"HR626","title":"Encouraging the Congress of the United States to reform the Immigration and Nationality Act by eliminating the English test and allowing the administration of the civics test in the native language of the applicant.","description":"A Resolution encouraging the Congress of the United States to reform the Immigration and Nationality Act by eliminating the English test and allowing the administration of the civics test in the native language of the applicant.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-19","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-19","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR626/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=626","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":415074,"bill_number":"SB1430","title":"Providing for Priority Assistance Grant for Education Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for Priority Assistance Grant for Education Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1430/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1430","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":415081,"bill_number":"SB1438","title":"Further providing for limitation on the regulation of firearms and ammunition and for limitation on municipal powers; and providing for applicability.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for limitation on the regulation of firearms and ammunition and for limitation on municipal powers; and providing for applicability.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1438/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1438","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":415088,"bill_number":"SB1439","title":"Providing for property reassessment audits.","description":"An Act providing for property reassessment audits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1439/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1439","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":415096,"bill_number":"SB1442","title":"Repealing and adding sections related to military justice; and establishing the State Military Justice Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, repealing and adding sections related to military justice; and establishing the State Military Justice Fund.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 192","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1442/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1442","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":415105,"bill_number":"SB1444","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Investment Bank Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Pennsylvania Investment Bank Fund.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1444/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1444","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":415113,"bill_number":"SB1446","title":"Transferring funds from the Oil and Gas Lease Fund to the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority Fund for investments in Pennsylvania-related companies that promote the development of next-generation infrastructure technologies or technology related investments to support development of life science, information technology or green energy industries.","description":"An Act transferring funds from the Oil and Gas Lease Fund to the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority Fund for investments in Pennsylvania-related companies that promote the development of next-generation infrastructure technologies or technology related investments to support development of life science, information technology or green energy industries.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1446/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1446","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":415121,"bill_number":"SB1448","title":"Providing for retention incentives for medical resident physicians of the Pennsylvania National Guard; conferring powers and duties on the Adjutant General and Department of Military and Veterans Affairs; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for retention incentives for medical resident physicians of the Pennsylvania National Guard; conferring powers and duties on the Adjutant General and Department of Military and Veterans Affairs; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1448/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1448","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":415129,"bill_number":"SB1450","title":"In duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for elementary schools; in school finances, further providing for when district distressed; repealing provisions relating to special board of control, petition and appointments, to when no appointment is made, and to compensation of special board of control; further providing for powers of special board of control; repealing provisions relating to additional tax and to school directors to remain in office and elections; and adding provisions relating to certain school district financial recovery.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in duties and powers of boards of school directors, further providing for elementary schools; in school finances, further providing for when district distressed; repealing provisions relating to special board of control, petition and appointments, to when no appointment is made, and to compensation of special board of control; further providing for powers of special board of control; repealing provisions relating to additional tax and to school directors to remain in office and elections; and adding provisions relating to certain school district financial recovery.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1450/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1450","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":415138,"bill_number":"SB1451","title":"Further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1451/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1451","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":415148,"bill_number":"SB1452","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for retirement of justices, judges and justices of the peace.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for retirement of justices, judges and justices of the peace.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1452/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1452","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":415155,"bill_number":"SB1453","title":"Further providing for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 1981 (P.L.128, No.43), known as the Agricultural Area Security Law, further providing for the purchase of agricultural conservation easements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1453/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1453","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":415163,"bill_number":"SR264","title":"Opposing the majority opinion of the United States Supreme Court in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission and supporting the \"Saving American Democracy Amendment\" to the Constitution of the United States.","description":"A Resolution opposing the majority opinion of the United States Supreme Court in Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission and supporting the \"Saving American Democracy Amendment\" to the Constitution of the United States.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-16","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-16","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR264/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=264","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":415169,"bill_number":"SR268","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the museums in this Commonwealth and research and evaluate how funding and resources are allocated for this Commonwealth's museums.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the museums in this Commonwealth and research and evaluate how funding and resources are allocated for this Commonwealth's museums.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR268/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=268","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":416228,"bill_number":"HB2270","title":"Establishing the Alzheimer's Disease State Planning Committee within the Department of Aging; and providing for its powers and duties.","description":"An Act establishing the Alzheimer's Disease State Planning Committee within the Department of Aging; and providing for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-10-18","committee":"Rules & Executive Nominations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2270/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2270","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":416279,"bill_number":"HR627","title":"Designating the week of May 20 through 26, 2012, as \"Emergency Medical Services Week\" and May 23, 2012, as \"Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 20 through 26, 2012, as \"Emergency Medical Services Week\" and May 23, 2012, as \"Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR627/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=627","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":416323,"bill_number":"HR628","title":"Designating March 29, 2012, as \"Helen Phillips CASUAL Day for Colon Cancer Awareness\" in northeastern Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 29, 2012, as \"Helen Phillips CASUAL Day for Colon Cancer Awareness\" in northeastern Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR628/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=628","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":416452,"bill_number":"HB2271","title":"Designating a bridge carrying State Route 2009, formerly the Huff Road Bridge, in West Wheatfield Township, Indiana County, and in St. Clair Township and New Florence Borough, Westmoreland County, as the PFC Robert \"Piney Decker\" Nadolski Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a bridge carrying State Route 2009, formerly the Huff Road Bridge, in West Wheatfield Township, Indiana County, and in St. Clair Township and New Florence Borough, Westmoreland County, as the PFC Robert \"Piney Decker\" Nadolski Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-24","last_action":"Act No. 52","last_action_date":"2012-05-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2271/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2271","sponsor":"Michael Reese"},
{"bill_id":416508,"bill_number":"HB2272","title":"Providing for hearing on purchase of wetlands; and for notice of purchase of wetlands.","description":"An Act providing for hearing on purchase of wetlands; and for notice of purchase of wetlands.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2272/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2272","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":416562,"bill_number":"HR629","title":"Designating the week of April 16 through 20, 2012, as \"Local Government Week\" and April 16, 2012, as \"Local Government Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 16 through 20, 2012, as \"Local Government Week\" and April 16, 2012, as \"Local Government Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR629/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=629","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":416614,"bill_number":"SB1449","title":"Providing for prevention of abduction of children.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for prevention of abduction of children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1449/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1449","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":417821,"bill_number":"SB1460","title":"Providing for industry partnership tax credits.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for industry partnership tax credits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-23","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1460/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1460","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":417823,"bill_number":"SB1458","title":"In general provisions, further providing for legislative intent and for definitions; transferring certain powers and duties of the Department of Revenue and the Bureau of Investigations and Enforcement of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to the Division of Gaming Enforcement of the Office of Attorney General; in Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, further providing for establishment of board, for general and specific powers and for reports of board; in licensees, further providing for licensing of principals; in administration and enforcement, further providing for investigations and enforcement and for prohibited acts and penalties; and providing for audit by Auditor General.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for legislative intent and for definitions; transferring certain powers and duties of the Department of Revenue and the Bureau of Investigations and Enforcement of the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board to the Division of Gaming Enforcement of the Office of Attorney General; in Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, further providing for establishment of board, for general and specific powers and for reports of board; in licensees, further providing for licensing of principals; in administration and enforcement, further providing for investigations and enforcement and for prohibited acts and penalties; and providing for audit by Auditor General.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-23","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-23","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1458/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1458","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":417825,"bill_number":"SB1457","title":"In corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions, for imposition, for reports and payment and for consolidated reports; providing for mandatory combined reporting; and, in general provisions, further providing for underpayment of estimated tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions, for imposition, for reports and payment and for consolidated reports; providing for mandatory combined reporting; and, in general provisions, further providing for underpayment of estimated tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-03-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1457/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1457","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":417829,"bill_number":"SB1456","title":"In teacher certification, further providing for qualifying certificates and kinds of certificates.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in teacher certification, further providing for qualifying certificates and kinds of certificates.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-23","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1456/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1456","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":417831,"bill_number":"SB1455","title":"In facilities and supplies, further providing for surcharge; and, in access to justice, repealing provisions relating to expiration of chapter.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in facilities and supplies, further providing for surcharge; and, in access to justice, repealing provisions relating to expiration of chapter.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1455/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1455","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":417835,"bill_number":"HR634","title":"Recognizing the month of March 2012 as \"National Women's History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of March 2012 as \"National Women's History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR634/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=634","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":417839,"bill_number":"HR633","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Pennsylvania Community College Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Pennsylvania Community College Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR633/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=633","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":417842,"bill_number":"HR632","title":"Honoring Kathy Sledge for her steadfast commitment to community service through her active participation in organizations seeking to improve the lives of children in this Commonwealth and abroad.","description":"A Resolution honoring Kathy Sledge for her steadfast commitment to community service through her active participation in organizations seeking to improve the lives of children in this Commonwealth and abroad.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR632/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=632","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":417845,"bill_number":"HR631","title":"Commemorating the rich history and sesquicentennial anniversary of the Borough of Dunmore.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the rich history and sesquicentennial anniversary of the Borough of Dunmore.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR631/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=631","sponsor":"Ken Smith"},
{"bill_id":417851,"bill_number":"HR630","title":"Recognizing the \"2012 Days of Remembrance,\" April 15 through 22, 2012, and \"Holocaust Remembrance Day,\" April 19, 2012, in commemoration of the millions of innocent victims of Nazi atrocities.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the \"2012 Days of Remembrance,\" April 15 through 22, 2012, and \"Holocaust Remembrance Day,\" April 19, 2012, in commemoration of the millions of innocent victims of Nazi atrocities.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR630/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=630","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":417854,"bill_number":"HB2278","title":"Further providing for powers and duties and for remediation standards.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 19, 1995 (P.L.4, No.2), known as the Land Recycling and Environmental Remediation Standards Act, further providing for powers and duties and for remediation standards.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2278/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2278","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":417859,"bill_number":"HB2277","title":"Further providing for required financial responsibility.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for required financial responsibility.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2277/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2277","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":417862,"bill_number":"HB2276","title":"Establishing a task force within the Department of Education; and providing for its powers and duties and for administrative support.","description":"An Act establishing a task force within the Department of Education; and providing for its powers and duties and for administrative support.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2276/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2276","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":417865,"bill_number":"HB2275","title":"Enacting uniform laws on attestation in the areas of unsworn foreign declarations and notarial acts; making editorial changes; making related repeals; and abrogating a regulation.","description":"An Act amending Titles 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 57 (Notaries Public) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, enacting uniform laws on attestation in the areas of unsworn foreign declarations and notarial acts; making editorial changes; making related repeals; and abrogating a regulation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2275/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2275","sponsor":"Glen Grell"},
{"bill_id":417868,"bill_number":"HB2274","title":"Amending the act of July 2, 1993 (P.L.345, No.48), entitled \"An act empowering the General Counsel or his designee to issue subpoenas for certain licensing board activities; providing for hearing examiners in the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs; providing additional powers to the Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs; and further providing for civil penalties and license suspension,\" further providing for civil penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 2, 1993 (P.L.345, No.48), entitled \"An act empowering the General Counsel or his designee to issue subpoenas for certain licensing board activities; providing for hearing examiners in the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs; providing additional powers to the Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs; and further providing for civil penalties and license suspension,\" further providing for civil penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2274/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2274","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":417871,"bill_number":"HB2273","title":"In contracts for public works, providing for specifications for contracts.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in contracts for public works, providing for specifications for contracts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2273/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2273","sponsor":"Sheryl Delozier"},
{"bill_id":417935,"bill_number":"HB2279","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in access, further providing for regulations and policies.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in access, further providing for regulations and policies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2279/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2279","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":417986,"bill_number":"HB2280","title":"Further providing for definitions and for searchable budget database.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 2011 (P.L.81, No.18), known as the Pennsylvania Web Accountability and Transparency (PennWATCH) Act, further providing for definitions and for searchable budget database.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2280/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2280","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":418070,"bill_number":"SR273","title":"Designating March 27, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Day\" and commending the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau's more than 53,000 members for their contributions to this Commonwealth and our agricultural industry.","description":"A Resolution designating March 27, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Farm Bureau Day\" and commending the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau's more than 53,000 members for their contributions to this Commonwealth and our agricultural industry.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR273/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=273","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":418074,"bill_number":"SR272","title":"Honoring BAYADA Home Health Care on 37 years of providing in-home care.","description":"A Resolution honoring BAYADA Home Health Care on 37 years of providing in-home care.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR272/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=272","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":418081,"bill_number":"SR271","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Minority Health Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Minority Health Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR271/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=271","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":418090,"bill_number":"SR270","title":"Designating the week of April 15 through 21, 2012, as \"Local Government Week\" and April 17, 2012, as \"Local Government Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 15 through 21, 2012, as \"Local Government Week\" and April 17, 2012, as \"Local Government Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-26","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-03-26","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR270/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=270","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":418097,"bill_number":"HR638","title":"Recognizing May 1, 2012, as \"World Asthma Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 1, 2012, as \"World Asthma Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR638/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=638","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":418107,"bill_number":"HR637","title":"Designating the week of June 18 through 24, 2012, as \"Pollinator Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of June 18 through 24, 2012, as \"Pollinator Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR637/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=637","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":418116,"bill_number":"HR636","title":"Memorializing the President of the United States and Congress to reconsider closing the 911th Airlift Wing.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the President of the United States and Congress to reconsider closing the 911th Airlift Wing.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Amended and Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR636/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=636","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":418124,"bill_number":"HB2284","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"public work.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for the definition of \"public work.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2284/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2284","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":418133,"bill_number":"HB2283","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for hearing and deciding cases involving dissolution of marriage, custody, child support, spousal support, alimony, equitable division of marital property and related family law matters.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for hearing and deciding cases involving dissolution of marriage, custody, child support, spousal support, alimony, equitable division of marital property and related family law matters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2283/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2283","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":418143,"bill_number":"HB2282","title":"Further providing for procedures in domestic relations and litigation; repealing provisions relating to hearing by master, jury trial, mediation programs, fees and costs, review of programs, existing programs and consolidation of proceedings; conferring powers and duties on the unified judicial system, the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Legislative Reference Bureau; establishing the Family Justice Account; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Titles 23 (Domestic Relations) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for procedures in domestic relations and litigation; repealing provisions relating to hearing by master, jury trial, mediation programs, fees and costs, review of programs, existing programs and consolidation of proceedings; conferring powers and duties on the unified judicial system, the Secretary of the Commonwealth and the Legislative Reference Bureau; establishing the Family Justice Account; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2282/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2282","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":418151,"bill_number":"HB2281","title":"Further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for qualifications required to secure compensation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2281/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2281","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":418159,"bill_number":"HB1998","title":"In juries and jurors, further providing for compensation of and travel allowance for jurors.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juries and jurors, further providing for compensation of and travel allowance for jurors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1998/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1998","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":418167,"bill_number":"HB1997","title":"In juries and jurors, further providing for exemptions from jury duty.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in juries and jurors, further providing for exemptions from jury duty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1997/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1997","sponsor":"Robert Matzie"},
{"bill_id":418203,"bill_number":"HB2176","title":"Further providing for the carrying of firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the carrying of firearms.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2176/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2176","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":418224,"bill_number":"HB2285","title":"In Pennsylvania Uniform Transfers to Minors Act, further providing for court authorization of a transfer and, in trusts, further providing for pooled trusts for persons with disabilities.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Pennsylvania Uniform Transfers to Minors Act, further providing for court authorization of a transfer and, in trusts, further providing for pooled trusts for persons with disabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2285/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2285","sponsor":"Sheryl Delozier"},
{"bill_id":418246,"bill_number":"HB2286","title":"In school districts, requiring radon reports; and, in grounds and buildings, requiring radon tests.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school districts, requiring radon reports; and, in grounds and buildings, requiring radon tests.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2286/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2286","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":418272,"bill_number":"HB2287","title":"Further providing for payments to families and funeral directors.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for payments to families and funeral directors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2287/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2287","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":418293,"bill_number":"HR639","title":"Observing the month of April 2012 as \"Donate Life Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing the month of April 2012 as \"Donate Life Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR639/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=639","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":418317,"bill_number":"HR640","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Sexual Assault Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Sexual Assault Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR640/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=640","sponsor":"Rosemary Brown"},
{"bill_id":418340,"bill_number":"HR641","title":"Designating April 16, 2012, as World Voice Day in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 16, 2012, as World Voice Day in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR641/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=641","sponsor":"Susan Helm"},
{"bill_id":418358,"bill_number":"HR642","title":"Observing March 30, 2012, as \"National Doctors' Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing March 30, 2012, as \"National Doctors' Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR642/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=642","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":418456,"bill_number":"SR274","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Pennsylvania Community College Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Pennsylvania Community College Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-27","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-03-27","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR274/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=274","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":418489,"bill_number":"SB1459","title":"Making extensive substantive and editorial changes; and providing for imposition of discipline on additional grounds, for imposition of discipline on founded and indicated reports, for confidentiality, for subpoenas and for disposition of fees and fines collected.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 12, 1973 (P.L.397, No.141), known as the Professional Educator Discipline Act, making extensive substantive and editorial changes; and providing for imposition of discipline on additional grounds, for imposition of discipline on founded and indicated reports, for confidentiality, for subpoenas and for disposition of fees and fines collected.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1459/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1459","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":418518,"bill_number":"HB2288","title":"In corporate net income, further providing for definitions and for imposition of tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in corporate net income, further providing for definitions and for imposition of tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-29","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-03-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2288/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2288","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":418554,"bill_number":"SR276","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Child Abuse Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Child Abuse Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR276/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=276","sponsor":"Jane Orie"},
{"bill_id":418564,"bill_number":"SR275","title":"Recognizing the month of April 2012 as \"Autism Awareness Month\" and April 2, 2012, as \"World Autism Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2012 as \"Autism Awareness Month\" and April 2, 2012, as \"World Autism Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-03-28","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-03-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR275/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=275","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":418581,"bill_number":"HR647","title":"Designating the week of April 15 through 21, 2012, as \"Local Government Week\" and April 17, 2012, as \"Local Government Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 15 through 21, 2012, as \"Local Government Week\" and April 17, 2012, as \"Local Government Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR647/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=647","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":418598,"bill_number":"HR646","title":"Observing the month of May 2012 as \"Preeclampsia Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing the month of May 2012 as \"Preeclampsia Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR646/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=646","sponsor":"Joseph Emrick"},
{"bill_id":418614,"bill_number":"HR645","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Foster Care Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Foster Care Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR645/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=645","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":418631,"bill_number":"HR644","title":"Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR644/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=644","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":418648,"bill_number":"HR643","title":"Recognizing the 225th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 225th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution of the United States.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR643/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=643","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":418663,"bill_number":"HB2290","title":"Providing for certification of central supply technicians who perform sterilization procedures in health care facilities; imposing continuing education requirements; and providing for the duties of health care facilities and the Department of Health.","description":"An Act providing for certification of central supply technicians who perform sterilization procedures in health care facilities; imposing continuing education requirements; and providing for the duties of health care facilities and the Department of Health.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-29","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-03-29","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2290/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2290","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":418678,"bill_number":"HB2289","title":"Designating the bridge that crosses over the Frankstown Branch of the Juniata River on State Route 2015, also known as Yellow Springs Drive, in Catharine Township and Williamsburg Borough, Blair County, as the Williamsburg Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge that crosses over the Frankstown Branch of the Juniata River on State Route 2015, also known as Yellow Springs Drive, in Catharine Township and Williamsburg Borough, Blair County, as the Williamsburg Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2289/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2289","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":418740,"bill_number":"HR648","title":"Recognizing April 11, 2012, as \"Eat for Peace Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 11, 2012, as \"Eat for Peace Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR648/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=648","sponsor":"Margo Davidson"},
{"bill_id":418771,"bill_number":"HR649","title":"Directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a fiscal impact study on the investments and pension benefits provided by the Public School Employees' Retirement System and the State Employees' Retirement System.","description":"A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a fiscal impact study on the investments and pension benefits provided by the Public School Employees' Retirement System and the State Employees' Retirement System.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-29","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-03-29","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR649/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=649","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":418800,"bill_number":"HR650","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Hemophilia Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Hemophilia Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR650/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=650","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":418829,"bill_number":"HR651","title":"Designating April 28, 2012, as \"Workers' Memorial Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 28, 2012, as \"Workers' Memorial Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR651/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=651","sponsor":"Ken Smith"},
{"bill_id":418907,"bill_number":"SB1464","title":"Further providing for reinsurance credits, for definitions, for acquisition of control of or merger or consolidation with domestic insurer, for acquisitions involving insurers not otherwise covered, for registration of insurers, for standards and management of an insurer within a holding company system and for examination; providing for supervisory colleges and for group-wide supervision for international insurance groups; and further providing for confidential treatment, for rules and regulations, for injunctions and certain prohibitions and for sanctions.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, further providing for reinsurance credits, for definitions, for acquisition of control of or merger or consolidation with domestic insurer, for acquisitions involving insurers not otherwise covered, for registration of insurers, for standards and management of an insurer within a holding company system and for examination; providing for supervisory colleges and for group-wide supervision for international insurance groups; and further providing for confidential treatment, for rules and regulations, for injunctions and certain prohibitions and for sanctions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 136","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1464/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1464","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":418979,"bill_number":"SB1465","title":"Designating a portion of State Route 3 in West Chester Borough, Chester County, as the Senator Robert J. Thompson Highway; and designating the Pottstown Pike Bridge over the French Creek in South Coventry Township, Chester County, as the Representative Sam Morris and Eleanor Morris Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating a portion of State Route 3 in West Chester Borough, Chester County, as the Senator Robert J. Thompson Highway; and designating the Pottstown Pike Bridge over the French Creek in South Coventry Township, Chester County, as the Representative Sam Morris and Eleanor Morris Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 137","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1465/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1465","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":419077,"bill_number":"SB1480","title":"Providing for the capital budget for the fiscal year 2012-2013.","description":"An Act providing for the capital budget for the fiscal year 2012-2013.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 193","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1480/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1480","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419078,"bill_number":"SB1479","title":"Making an appropriation from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund to the Office of Consumer Advocate in the Office of Attorney General.","description":"An Act making an appropriation from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund to the Office of Consumer Advocate in the Office of Attorney General.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Act No. 7A","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1479/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1479","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419080,"bill_number":"SB1478","title":"Making appropriations from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Community and Economic Development to provide for the expenses of administering the Workers' Compensation Act, The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act and the Office of Small Business Advocate for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.","description":"An Act making appropriations from the Workmen's Compensation Administration Fund to the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Community and Economic Development to provide for the expenses of administering the Workers' Compensation Act, The Pennsylvania Occupational Disease Act and the Office of Small Business Advocate for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Act No. 8A","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1478/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1478","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419082,"bill_number":"SB1477","title":"Making appropriations from the restricted revenue accounts within the State Gaming Fund and from the State Gaming Fund to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, the Department of Revenue, the Pennsylvania State Police and the Attorney General for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.","description":"An Act making appropriations from the restricted revenue accounts within the State Gaming Fund and from the State Gaming Fund to the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board, the Department of Revenue, the Pennsylvania State Police and the Attorney General for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Act No. 6A","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1477/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1477","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419086,"bill_number":"SB1476","title":"Making an appropriation from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund to the Office of Small Business Advocate in the Department of Community and Economic Development.","description":"An Act making an appropriation from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund to the Office of Small Business Advocate in the Department of Community and Economic Development.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Act No. 5A","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1476/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1476","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419089,"bill_number":"SB1475","title":"Making appropriations from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund and from Federal augmentation funds to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013.","description":"An Act making appropriations from a restricted revenue account within the General Fund and from Federal augmentation funds to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Act No. 4A","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1475/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1475","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419094,"bill_number":"SB1474","title":"Making appropriations from the Professional Licensure Augmentation Account and from restricted revenue accounts within the General Fund to the Department of State for use by the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs in support of the professional licensure boards assigned thereto.","description":"An Act making appropriations from the Professional Licensure Augmentation Account and from restricted revenue accounts within the General Fund to the Department of State for use by the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs in support of the professional licensure boards assigned thereto.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Act No. 3A","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1474/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1474","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419095,"bill_number":"SB1473","title":"Making an appropriation from the Public School Employees' Retirement Fund to provide for expenses of the Public School Employees' Retirement Board for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.","description":"An Act making an appropriation from the Public School Employees' Retirement Fund to provide for expenses of the Public School Employees' Retirement Board for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Act No. 2A","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1473/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1473","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419099,"bill_number":"SB1472","title":"Making an appropriation from the State Employees' Retirement Fund to provide for expenses of the State Employees' Retirement Board for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.","description":"An Act making an appropriation from the State Employees' Retirement Fund to provide for expenses of the State Employees' Retirement Board for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Act No. 1A","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1472/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1472","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419103,"bill_number":"SB1471","title":"Making appropriations to the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act making appropriations to the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-03-30","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1471/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1471","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419105,"bill_number":"SB1470","title":"A Supplement to the act of July 7, 1972 (P.L.743, No.176), known as the Lincoln University-Commonwealth Act, making an appropriation for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of the appropriation; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","description":"A Supplement to the act of July 7, 1972 (P.L.743, No.176), known as the Lincoln University-Commonwealth Act, making an appropriation for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of the appropriation; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-03-30","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1470/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1470","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419108,"bill_number":"SB1469","title":"A Supplement to the act of November 30, 1965 (P.L.843, No.355), known as the Temple University--Commonwealth Act, making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","description":"A Supplement to the act of November 30, 1965 (P.L.843, No.355), known as the Temple University--Commonwealth Act, making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations; and providing a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-03-30","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1469/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1469","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419114,"bill_number":"SB1468","title":"A Supplement to the act of July 28, 1966 (3rd Sp.Sess., P.L.87, No.3), known as the University of Pittsburgh--Commonwealth Act, making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; and providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","description":"A Supplement to the act of July 28, 1966 (3rd Sp.Sess., P.L.87, No.3), known as the University of Pittsburgh--Commonwealth Act, making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; and providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-03-30","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1468/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1468","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419116,"bill_number":"SB1467","title":"A Supplement to the act of April 1, 1863 (P.L.213, No.227), entitled \"An act to accept the grant of Public Lands, by the United States, to the several states, for the endowment of Agricultural Colleges,\" making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure; and making an appropriation from a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund.","description":"A Supplement to the act of April 1, 1863 (P.L.213, No.227), entitled \"An act to accept the grant of Public Lands, by the United States, to the several states, for the endowment of Agricultural Colleges,\" making appropriations for carrying the same into effect; providing for a basis for payments of such appropriations, for a method of accounting for the funds appropriated and for certain fiscal information disclosure; and making an appropriation from a restricted account within the Agricultural College Land Scrip Fund.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-03-30","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1467/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1467","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419118,"bill_number":"SB1466","title":"To provide from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive and Judicial Departments, the State Government Support Agencies and the General Assembly of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013, for certain institutions and organizations, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012; to provide appropriations from the State Lottery Fund, the Tobacco Settlement Fund, the Aviation Restricted Revenue Account, the Hazardous Material Response Fund, The State Stores Fund, the Milk Marketing Fund, the Home Investment Trust Fund, the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, the Tuition Payment Fund, the Banking Department Fund, the Firearm Records Check Fund, the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority Fund, the Oil and Gas Lease Fund, the Home Improvement Account and the Cigarette Fire Safety and Firefighter Protection Act Enforcement Fund, to the Executive Department; to provide appropriations from the Judicial Computer System Augmentation Account to the Judicial Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013; to provide appropriations from the Motor License Fund for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013, for the proper operation of several departments of the Commonwealth and the Pennsylvania State Police authorized to spend Motor License Fund moneys; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive Department of the Commonwealth and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds from the General Fund for the Executive Department of the Commonwealth for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012, and to provide appropriations from the Motor License Fund, the Home Improvement Account and the Cigarette Fire Safety and Firefighter Protection Act Enforcement Fund for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.","description":"An Act to provide from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive and Judicial Departments, the State Government Support Agencies and the General Assembly of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013, for certain institutions and organizations, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012; to provide appropriations from the State Lottery Fund, the Tobacco Settlement Fund, the Aviation Restricted Revenue Account, the Hazardous Material Response Fund, The State Stores Fund, the Milk Marketing Fund, the Home Investment Trust Fund, the Emergency Medical Services Operating Fund, the Tuition Payment Fund, the Banking Department Fund, the Firearm Records Check Fund, the Ben Franklin Technology Development Authority Fund, the Oil and Gas Lease Fund, the Home Improvement Account and the Cigarette Fire Safety and Firefighter Protection Act Enforcement Fund, to the Executive Department; to provide appropriations from the Judicial Computer System Augmentation Account to the Judicial Department for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013; to provide appropriations from the Motor License Fund for the fiscal year July 1, 2012, to June 30, 2013, for the proper operation of several departments of the Commonwealth and the Pennsylvania State Police authorized to spend Motor License Fund moneys; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive Department of the Commonwealth and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds from the General Fund for the Executive Department of the Commonwealth for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012, and to provide appropriations from the Motor License Fund, the Home Improvement Account and the Cigarette Fire Safety and Firefighter Protection Act Enforcement Fund for the fiscal year July 1, 2011, to June 30, 2012, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2012.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Act No. 9A","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1466/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1466","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":419123,"bill_number":"HR655","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Anti-Bullying Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Anti-Bullying Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR655/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=655","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":419124,"bill_number":"HR654","title":"Commemorating the week of April 9 through 13, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Nonprofit Advocacy Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the week of April 9 through 13, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Nonprofit Advocacy Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR654/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=654","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":419128,"bill_number":"HR635","title":"Recognizing April 14, 2012, as \"Martha Dixon Day\" in Pennsylvania to honor the life of FBI Special Agent Martha Dixon.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 14, 2012, as \"Martha Dixon Day\" in Pennsylvania to honor the life of FBI Special Agent Martha Dixon.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR635/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=635","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":419133,"bill_number":"HB2300","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2300/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2300","sponsor":"David Maloney"},
{"bill_id":419136,"bill_number":"HB2294","title":"In financially distressed municipal pension system recovery program, further providing for remedies applicable to various recovery program levels.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 18, 1984 (P.L.1005, No.205), known as the Municipal Pension Plan Funding Standard and Recovery Act, in financially distressed municipal pension system recovery program, further providing for remedies applicable to various recovery program levels.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2294/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2294","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":419138,"bill_number":"HB2293","title":"Further providing for classification of offenses and penalties and for revocation, suspension or denial of license, permit or registration; providing for serious unlawful take and for taking or possessing by illegal methods; and further providing for Lake Erie fishing permits.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for classification of offenses and penalties and for revocation, suspension or denial of license, permit or registration; providing for serious unlawful take and for taking or possessing by illegal methods; and further providing for Lake Erie fishing permits.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 167","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2293/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2293","sponsor":"Michael Peifer"},
{"bill_id":419141,"bill_number":"HB2292","title":"Further providing for eligibility for license.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for eligibility for license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-30","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2012-03-30","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2292/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2292","sponsor":"David Maloney"},
{"bill_id":419145,"bill_number":"HB2291","title":"Providing for enforcement of property tax limits on reassessment.","description":"An Act providing for enforcement of property tax limits on reassessment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-03-30","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-03-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2291/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2291","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":419159,"bill_number":"HB2295","title":"In children and youth, providing for purpose; further providing for payments to counties for services to children; and providing for county purchase of services.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in children and youth, providing for purpose; further providing for payments to counties for services to children; and providing for county purchase of services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2295/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2295","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":419166,"bill_number":"HB2296","title":"Further providing for payments to counties for services to children.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for payments to counties for services to children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2296/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2296","sponsor":"Kurt Masser"},
{"bill_id":419173,"bill_number":"HR652","title":"Congratulating the Honorable Frank C. Kelly on his unprecedented 42 years of service as Mayor of the Borough of Collingdale.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Honorable Frank C. Kelly on his unprecedented 42 years of service as Mayor of the Borough of Collingdale.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR652/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=652","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":419181,"bill_number":"HR653","title":"Recognizing the month of April 2012 as \"Financial Literacy Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2012 as \"Financial Literacy Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR653/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=653","sponsor":"John Maher"},
{"bill_id":419188,"bill_number":"HR656","title":"Designating July 22, 2012, as \"Veterans Appreciation Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating July 22, 2012, as \"Veterans Appreciation Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR656/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=656","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":419195,"bill_number":"HR657","title":"Recognizing the month of April 2012 as \"National County Government Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2012 as \"National County Government Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR657/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=657","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":419199,"bill_number":"HR658","title":"Designating March 13 of each year as \"K9 Veterans Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating March 13 of each year as \"K9 Veterans Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR658/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=658","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":419263,"bill_number":"SR277","title":"Adopting a temporary rule of the Senate relating solely to amendments to the General Appropriation Bill and other appropriation bills for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012, including any amendments offered to or for supplemental appropriations for prior fiscal years.","description":"A Resolution adopting a temporary rule of the Senate relating solely to amendments to the General Appropriation Bill and other appropriation bills for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012, including any amendments offered to or for supplemental appropriations for prior fiscal years.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (45-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR277/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=277","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":419455,"bill_number":"SR283","title":"Recognizing February 14, 2012, as \"National Socks for the Homeless Day\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging all citizens to contribute to organizations that provide socks for the homeless.","description":"A Resolution recognizing February 14, 2012, as \"National Socks for the Homeless Day\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging all citizens to contribute to organizations that provide socks for the homeless.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR283/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=283","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":419456,"bill_number":"SR282","title":"Recognizing the month of April 2012 as \"Multiple Birth Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of April 2012 as \"Multiple Birth Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR282/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=282","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":419458,"bill_number":"SR281","title":"Designating April 15 through 22, 2012, as \"Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 15 through 22, 2012, as \"Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR281/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=281","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":419460,"bill_number":"SR280","title":"Designating the week of May 6 through 12, 2012, as \"Drinking Water Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 6 through 12, 2012, as \"Drinking Water Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR280/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=280","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":419462,"bill_number":"SR279","title":"Recognizing the week of April 8 through 14, 2012, as \"Library Week 2012\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of April 8 through 14, 2012, as \"Library Week 2012\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR279/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=279","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":419463,"bill_number":"SR278","title":"Designating the month of April 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Donate Life Month.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Donate Life Month.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR278/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=278","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":419465,"bill_number":"HR662","title":"Recognizing the week of April 2 through 6, 2012, as \"Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of April 2 through 6, 2012, as \"Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR662/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=662","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":419471,"bill_number":"HR661","title":"Urging the Office of Attorney General to use the $69 million being allocated to that office from the national mortgage settlement for housing initiatives.","description":"A Resolution urging the Office of Attorney General to use the $69 million being allocated to that office from the national mortgage settlement for housing initiatives.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR661/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=661","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":419473,"bill_number":"HR660","title":"Encouraging the Governor to request that the Independent Regulatory Review Commission and all Commonwealth agencies with guidelines, regulations, licenses, certifications or criteria that require a high school diploma deem a postsecondary degree from an accredited institution of higher education as satisfying the requirement.","description":"A Resolution encouraging the Governor to request that the Independent Regulatory Review Commission and all Commonwealth agencies with guidelines, regulations, licenses, certifications or criteria that require a high school diploma deem a postsecondary degree from an accredited institution of higher education as satisfying the requirement.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR660/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=660","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":419475,"bill_number":"HR659","title":"Declaring youth violence as a public health epidemic and supporting the establishment of Statewide trauma-informed education.","description":"A Resolution declaring youth violence as a public health epidemic and supporting the establishment of Statewide trauma-informed education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR659/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=659","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":419477,"bill_number":"HB2298","title":"In terms and courses of study, providing for career and vocational-technical education.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, providing for career and vocational-technical education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2298/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2298","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":419478,"bill_number":"HB2297","title":"Providing for electronic signatures in global and national commerce; in administration, further providing for applicability, functions, documents and processing; in fees, further providing for documents, schedules and disposition of funds; making related repeals; and imposing duties on the Department of State and the Legislative Reference Bureau.","description":"An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for electronic signatures in global and national commerce; in administration, further providing for applicability, functions, documents and processing; in fees, further providing for documents, schedules and disposition of funds; making related repeals; and imposing duties on the Department of State and the Legislative Reference Bureau.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2297/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2297","sponsor":"Warren Kampf"},
{"bill_id":419510,"bill_number":"HB2202","title":"Providing for commemorative designations; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 1, 1945 (P.L.1242, No.428), known as the State Highway Law, providing for commemorative designations; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2202/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2202","sponsor":"Warren Kampf"},
{"bill_id":419532,"bill_number":"HB2301","title":"Providing for the Homeowner Assistance Settlement Act; establishing a fund for the purpose of funding the Homeowner's Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program; and providing for an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for the Homeowner Assistance Settlement Act; establishing a fund for the purpose of funding the Homeowner's Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program; and providing for an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2301/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2301","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":419553,"bill_number":"HB2302","title":"In child protective services, further providing for definitions; and providing for a Children's Advocate and remedial powers, for response to complaints, for cooperation of agencies and providers, for confidentiality of investigations and records, for findings and recommendations, for protection from retaliation and for nonexclusivity of remedy.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child protective services, further providing for definitions; and providing for a Children's Advocate and remedial powers, for response to complaints, for cooperation of agencies and providers, for confidentiality of investigations and records, for findings and recommendations, for protection from retaliation and for nonexclusivity of remedy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2302/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2302","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":419575,"bill_number":"HB2303","title":"In background checks for employment in schools, further providing for definitions, for requirement relating to administrators and for fee.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in background checks for employment in schools, further providing for definitions, for requirement relating to administrators and for fee.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2303/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2303","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":419597,"bill_number":"HB2304","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for background checks of prospective employees and conviction of employees of certain offenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, further providing for background checks of prospective employees and conviction of employees of certain offenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2304/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2304","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":419618,"bill_number":"HR664","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Distracted Driving Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Distracted Driving Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR664/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=664","sponsor":"Gregory Vitali"},
{"bill_id":419641,"bill_number":"HR665","title":"Designating the week of May 6 through 12, 2012, as \"Drinking Water Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 6 through 12, 2012, as \"Drinking Water Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR665/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=665","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":419662,"bill_number":"HR667","title":"Recognizing President Franklin Delano Roosevelt for his strength, courage and determination through a time of national crisis and war in remembrance of the occasion of his death.","description":"A Resolution recognizing President Franklin Delano Roosevelt for his strength, courage and determination through a time of national crisis and war in remembrance of the occasion of his death.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-04","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-04","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR667/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=667","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":419684,"bill_number":"SR284","title":"Designating the week of April 22 through 28, 2012, as the \"Week of the Young Child\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of April 22 through 28, 2012, as the \"Week of the Young Child\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR284/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=284","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":419706,"bill_number":"SR285","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Pennsylvania 8-1-1 Safe Digging Month.\"","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Pennsylvania 8-1-1 Safe Digging Month.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR285/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=285","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":419727,"bill_number":"SR286","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Preeclampsia Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Preeclampsia Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR286/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=286","sponsor":"Robert Mensch"},
{"bill_id":419749,"bill_number":"SR287","title":"Recognizing April 22, 2012, as \"Earth Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 22, 2012, as \"Earth Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR287/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=287","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":419768,"bill_number":"SR288","title":"Designating the month of April 2012 as \"Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of April 2012 as \"Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-03","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR288/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=288","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":419790,"bill_number":"HR663","title":"Declaring the week of April 30 through May 4, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Academic Competition Week\" in Pennsylvania; and urging the Department of Education, local school districts and intermediate units to participate in the 21st annual Statewide Pennsylvania Academic Competition on May 4, 2012.","description":"A Resolution declaring the week of April 30 through May 4, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Academic Competition Week\" in Pennsylvania; and urging the Department of Education, local school districts and intermediate units to participate in the 21st annual Statewide Pennsylvania Academic Competition on May 4, 2012.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR663/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=663","sponsor":"John Lawrence"},
{"bill_id":419827,"bill_number":"HB2305","title":"Further providing for driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for driving while operating privilege is suspended or revoked.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-10","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2305/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2305","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":419873,"bill_number":"HR670","title":"Designating May 12, 2012, as \"Fibromyalgia Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 12, 2012, as \"Fibromyalgia Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR670/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=670","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":419883,"bill_number":"HR669","title":"Recognizing the volunteers participating in Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful's Great American Cleanup of PA from March 1 through May 31, 2012.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the volunteers participating in Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful's Great American Cleanup of PA from March 1 through May 31, 2012.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR669/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=669","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":419892,"bill_number":"HR668","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Celebrate to Live Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Celebrate to Live Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR668/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=668","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":419905,"bill_number":"HR666","title":"Recognizing the week of May 12 through 19, 2012, as \"Armed Forces Week\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging the observance of May 19, 2012, as \"Armed Forces Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 12 through 19, 2012, as \"Armed Forces Week\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging the observance of May 19, 2012, as \"Armed Forces Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR666/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=666","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":419918,"bill_number":"HB2309","title":"In general administration, providing for annual salaries of supervisory employees.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general administration, providing for annual salaries of supervisory employees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2309/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2309","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":419932,"bill_number":"HB2308","title":"In particular rights and immunities, providing for actions to quiet title involving subsurface rights.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in particular rights and immunities, providing for actions to quiet title involving subsurface rights.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2308/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2308","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":419964,"bill_number":"HR671","title":"Recognizing the Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling organization on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the Pennsylvania Junior Wrestling organization on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR671/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=671","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":419991,"bill_number":"HB2311","title":"Establishing the requirements for livery and automobile service providers' liens.","description":"An Act establishing the requirements for livery and automobile service providers' liens.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2311/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2311","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":420021,"bill_number":"HB2306","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for reapportionment of Federal and Commonwealth legislative representation.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for reapportionment of Federal and Commonwealth legislative representation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-10","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2306/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2306","sponsor":"Sheryl Delozier"},
{"bill_id":420070,"bill_number":"SB1454","title":"In proceedings prior to petition to adopt, further providing for grounds for involuntary termination; in juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of dependent child; and adding provisions relating to certain arrest protocols.","description":"An Act amending Titles 23 (Domestic Relations), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in proceedings prior to petition to adopt, further providing for grounds for involuntary termination; in juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of dependent child; and adding provisions relating to certain arrest protocols.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1454/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1454","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":420090,"bill_number":"SB1483","title":"Designating the bridge that carries Pennsylvania Turnpike Route 43 over the Monongahela River between Denbo in the Borough of Centerville, County of Washington, and Alicia in the Township of Luzerne, County of Fayette, as the PFC Ronald C. \"Smokey\" Bakewell Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge that carries Pennsylvania Turnpike Route 43 over the Monongahela River between Denbo in the Borough of Centerville, County of Washington, and Alicia in the Township of Luzerne, County of Fayette, as the PFC Ronald C. \"Smokey\" Bakewell Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1483/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1483","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":420109,"bill_number":"SB1486","title":"Further providing for pool selling and bookmaking.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for pool selling and bookmaking.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1486/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1486","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":420128,"bill_number":"SB1487","title":"In health and accident insurance, providing for coverage for orally administered anticancer medications.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in health and accident insurance, providing for coverage for orally administered anticancer medications.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1487/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1487","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":420148,"bill_number":"SB1490","title":"Further providing for extension of time to file reports, for changes made by Federal Government and for petition for reassessment; providing for compromise by secretary and for dispute resolution procedures; and further providing and for petitions for refunds.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for extension of time to file reports, for changes made by Federal Government and for petition for reassessment; providing for compromise by secretary and for dispute resolution procedures; and further providing and for petitions for refunds.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1490/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1490","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":420162,"bill_number":"SB1491","title":"Providing for prohibition of certain foods.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for prohibition of certain foods.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-05","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1491/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1491","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":420239,"bill_number":"HB1776","title":"Providing for tax levies and information related to taxes; authorizing the imposition of a personal income tax or an earned income tax by a school district subject to voter approval; providing for imposition of and exclusions from a sales and use tax for the stabilization of education funding; establishing the Public Transportation Reserve Fund; providing for increase to the personal income tax, for certain licenses, for hotel occupancy tax, for procedure and administration of the tax, for expiration of authority to issue certain debt and for reporting by local government units of debt outstanding; establishing the Education Stabilization Fund; providing for disbursements from this fund and for certain rebates and assistance to senior citizens; and repealing certain provisions of The Local Tax Enabling Act, sales and use tax provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 and provisions relating to senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance in the Taxpayer Relief Act.","description":"An Act providing for tax levies and information related to taxes; authorizing the imposition of a personal income tax or an earned income tax by a school district subject to voter approval; providing for imposition of and exclusions from a sales and use tax for the stabilization of education funding; establishing the Public Transportation Reserve Fund; providing for increase to the personal income tax, for certain licenses, for hotel occupancy tax, for procedure and administration of the tax, for expiration of authority to issue certain debt and for reporting by local government units of debt outstanding; establishing the Education Stabilization Fund; providing for disbursements from this fund and for certain rebates and assistance to senior citizens; and repealing certain provisions of The Local Tax Enabling Act, sales and use tax provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 and provisions relating to senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance in the Taxpayer Relief Act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-10","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1776/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1776","sponsor":"Jim Cox"},
{"bill_id":420242,"bill_number":"HB2310","title":"Providing for certain disclosure statements in easement agreements for certain natural gas pipelines.","description":"An Act providing for certain disclosure statements in easement agreements for certain natural gas pipelines.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-10","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2310/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2310","sponsor":"Michael Reese"},
{"bill_id":420247,"bill_number":"HB2313","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, repealing provisions relating to requirements relating to voter identification; in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for applications for official absentee ballots, for approval of application for absentee ballot, for delivering or mailing ballots, for canvassing of official absentee ballots and for public records; in penalties, repealing provisions relating to enforcement; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, repealing provisions relating to requirements relating to voter identification; in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for applications for official absentee ballots, for approval of application for absentee ballot, for delivering or mailing ballots, for canvassing of official absentee ballots and for public records; in penalties, repealing provisions relating to enforcement; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-24","last_action":"Resolution to discharge committee from further consideration of this bill presented","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2313/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2313","sponsor":"John Myers"},
{"bill_id":420249,"bill_number":"HB2314","title":"Further providing for definitions and for unwanted telephone solicitation calls.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 4, 1996 (P.L.911, No.147), known as the Telemarketer Registration Act, further providing for definitions and for unwanted telephone solicitation calls.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-10","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2314/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2314","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":420253,"bill_number":"HB2315","title":"In consolidated county assessment, further providing for limitation on tax increase after countywide reassessment.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in consolidated county assessment, further providing for limitation on tax increase after countywide reassessment.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-10","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-04-10","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2315/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2315","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":420257,"bill_number":"HB2316","title":"Providing for intergovernmental agreements for school security and safety.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for intergovernmental agreements for school security and safety.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2316/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2316","sponsor":"Todd Rock"},
{"bill_id":420260,"bill_number":"HB2317","title":"Further providing for home education program.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for home education program.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-04-10","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2317/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2317","sponsor":"Todd Rock"},
{"bill_id":420263,"bill_number":"HR672","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR672/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=672","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":420264,"bill_number":"HR673","title":"Honoring the life of Justice Frank J. Montemuro, Jr., 86, who died on March 29, 2012, in Newtown, Bucks County.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of Justice Frank J. Montemuro, Jr., 86, who died on March 29, 2012, in Newtown, Bucks County.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR673/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=673","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":420334,"bill_number":"HR676","title":"Recognizing the IM ABLE Foundation and its founder, Chris Kaag, for their efforts in encouraging people with disabilities to live active lifestyles.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the IM ABLE Foundation and its founder, Chris Kaag, for their efforts in encouraging people with disabilities to live active lifestyles.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR676/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=676","sponsor":"Dante Santoni"},
{"bill_id":420370,"bill_number":"HR675","title":"Honoring Jacobus Franciscus \"Jim\" Thorpe by designating May 19, 2012, as \"Jim Thorpe Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring Jacobus Franciscus \"Jim\" Thorpe by designating May 19, 2012, as \"Jim Thorpe Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR675/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=675","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":420409,"bill_number":"HR674","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR674/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=674","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":420503,"bill_number":"HB2318","title":"In terms and courses of study, providing for child exploitation awareness education.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, providing for child exploitation awareness education.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2318/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2318","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":420518,"bill_number":"HB2319","title":"In educational improvement tax credit, further providing for definitions and for limitations.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in educational improvement tax credit, further providing for definitions and for limitations.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2319/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2319","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":420535,"bill_number":"HR677","title":"Recognizing the week of May 13 through 19, 2012, as \"Food Allergy Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 13 through 19, 2012, as \"Food Allergy Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR677/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=677","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":420549,"bill_number":"HR678","title":"Honoring the Pennsylvania 4-H on its 100th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution honoring the Pennsylvania 4-H on its 100th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR678/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=678","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":420560,"bill_number":"HR679","title":"Honoring and celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs.","description":"A Resolution honoring and celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Pennsylvania State Association of County Fairs.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR679/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=679","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":420718,"bill_number":"HB2350","title":"Providing for the Injection Well Safe Water Act, for definitions, for disposal of waste in injection wells, for department duties, for permit conditions and for expiration.","description":"An Act providing for the Injection Well Safe Water Act, for definitions, for disposal of waste in injection wells, for department duties, for permit conditions and for expiration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-04-16","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2350/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2350","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":420721,"bill_number":"SB1492","title":"Providing for open campus initiatives.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for open campus initiatives.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-24","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1492/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1492","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":420724,"bill_number":"SB1496","title":"Providing for special plate to commemorate 9/11; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for special plate to commemorate 9/11; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-12","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1496/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1496","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":420727,"bill_number":"SB1497","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of commission.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for powers and duties of commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1497/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1497","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":420731,"bill_number":"SB1499","title":"In pupils and attendance, further providing for cost of tuition and maintenance of certain exceptional children in approved institutions and for actual cost of tuition and maintenance of certain exceptional children in the four chartered schools for education of the deaf and the blind.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, further providing for cost of tuition and maintenance of certain exceptional children in approved institutions and for actual cost of tuition and maintenance of certain exceptional children in the four chartered schools for education of the deaf and the blind.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1499/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1499","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":420789,"bill_number":"HB2210","title":"Further providing for definitions and construction; providing for milk distributors; further providing for records, for reports and for prices to producers; providing for title to milk; and establishing the Producer Settlement Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 28, 1937 (P.L.417, No.105), known as the Milk Marketing Law, further providing for definitions and construction; providing for milk distributors; further providing for records, for reports and for prices to producers; providing for title to milk; and establishing the Producer Settlement Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-04-16","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2210/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2210","sponsor":"John Lawrence"},
{"bill_id":420863,"bill_number":"HR680","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Melanoma and Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR680/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=680","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":420873,"bill_number":"HR681","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"National Water Safety Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"National Water Safety Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR681/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=681","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":420881,"bill_number":"SB1461","title":"Providing for a surveyor's right to enter the land of another to perform surveying services.","description":"An Act providing for a surveyor's right to enter the land of another to perform surveying services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-04-16","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1461/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1461","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":420890,"bill_number":"SB1463","title":"Regulating prescriptions to treat erectile dysfunction; imposing professional sanctions; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act regulating prescriptions to treat erectile dysfunction; imposing professional sanctions; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-04-16","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1463/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1463","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":420898,"bill_number":"SB1481","title":"Further providing for definitions, for authority, for income eligibility and for tax deferral.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for authority, for income eligibility and for tax deferral.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-04-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1481/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1481","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":420908,"bill_number":"SB1482","title":"In support matters generally, further providing for information to consumer reporting agency, for general administration of support matters; and for expedited procedure.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in support matters generally, further providing for information to consumer reporting agency, for general administration of support matters; and for expedited procedure.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1482/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1482","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":420917,"bill_number":"SB1484","title":"Further providing for shooting at or causing injury to human beings.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for shooting at or causing injury to human beings.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1484/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1484","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":420925,"bill_number":"SB1485","title":"In liquid fuels and fuels tax, further defining \"average wholesale price.\"","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in liquid fuels and fuels tax, further defining \"average wholesale price.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1485/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1485","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":420934,"bill_number":"SB1488","title":"Further providing for Postsecondary Educational Gratuity Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 16, 1998 (P.L.980, No.129), known as the Police Officer, Firefighter, Correction Employee and National Guard Member Child Beneficiary Education Act, further providing for Postsecondary Educational Gratuity Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1488/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1488","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":420943,"bill_number":"SB1489","title":"Further providing for tuition waiver for children and spouses of deceased soldiers.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for tuition waiver for children and spouses of deceased soldiers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1489/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1489","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":420951,"bill_number":"SB1498","title":"Establishing September 11 as a \"Day of Remembrance\" in Pennsylvania; and memorializing the Governor to issue a proclamation each year to honor the victims of September 11.","description":"An Act establishing September 11 as a \"Day of Remembrance\" in Pennsylvania; and memorializing the Governor to issue a proclamation each year to honor the victims of September 11.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-04-16","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1498/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1498","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":420960,"bill_number":"SB1500","title":"Further providing for offense related to newborn protection.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for offense related to newborn protection.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1500/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1500","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":420968,"bill_number":"SB1501","title":"Establishing the Teacher Education and Compensation Helps (T.E.A.C.H.) Scholarship Program within the Department of Education; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act establishing the Teacher Education and Compensation Helps (T.E.A.C.H.) Scholarship Program within the Department of Education; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1501/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1501","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":420974,"bill_number":"SB1503","title":"Authorizing and directing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Borough of Ashland or their assigns certain lands situate in the Borough of Ashland, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, a portion of which is subject to Project 70 restrictions.","description":"An Act authorizing and directing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Borough of Ashland or their assigns certain lands situate in the Borough of Ashland, Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, a portion of which is subject to Project 70 restrictions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1503/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1503","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":421046,"bill_number":"HR683","title":"Designating the month of June 2012 as \"Cockayne Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and commending the work of the Share and Care Cockayne Syndrome Network for raising awareness of this disease.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of June 2012 as \"Cockayne Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and commending the work of the Share and Care Cockayne Syndrome Network for raising awareness of this disease.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR683/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=683","sponsor":"Tarah Toohil"},
{"bill_id":421070,"bill_number":"HR682","title":"Recognizing the week of May 19 through 25, 2012, as \"National Safe Boating Week.\"","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 19 through 25, 2012, as \"National Safe Boating Week.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR682/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=682","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":421099,"bill_number":"HB2322","title":"Providing for educational improvement tax credit and for All Students Can Succeed programs; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for educational improvement tax credit and for All Students Can Succeed programs; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-18","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-18","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2322/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2322","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":421129,"bill_number":"HB2321","title":"In professional and occupational licenses, further providing for definitions and for retention and certification.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in professional and occupational licenses, further providing for definitions and for retention and certification.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2321/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2321","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":421159,"bill_number":"HB2320","title":"Imposing duties on lessees of oil and natural gas leases; and providing for the recording of releases from oil and natural gas leases and of affidavits of termination or cancellation.","description":"An Act imposing duties on lessees of oil and natural gas leases; and providing for the recording of releases from oil and natural gas leases and of affidavits of termination or cancellation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-18","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-04-18","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2320/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2320","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":421218,"bill_number":"HB2323","title":"Further providing for exceptions to prohibition of interception and disclosure of communications.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for exceptions to prohibition of interception and disclosure of communications.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2323/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2323","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":421238,"bill_number":"HR684","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Older Americans Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Older Americans Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR684/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=684","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":421258,"bill_number":"HR685","title":"Recognizing May 15 through June 15, 2012, as \"Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 15 through June 15, 2012, as \"Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR685/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=685","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":421276,"bill_number":"SB1493","title":"Providing for patients' rights; and establishing a Pain Management and Palliative Care Task Force.","description":"An Act providing for patients' rights; and establishing a Pain Management and Palliative Care Task Force.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-18","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-04-18","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1493/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1493","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":421292,"bill_number":"SB1494","title":"Further providing for continuing medical education.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, further providing for continuing medical education.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-18","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-04-18","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1494/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1494","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":421570,"bill_number":"HB2324","title":"Further providing for competition in award of contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 29, 1953 (P.L.1034, No.270), known as the Public Auditorium Authorities Law, further providing for competition in award of contracts.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 168","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2324/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2324","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":421617,"bill_number":"HB2325","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for adjustments based on Consumer Price Index; in grounds and buildings, further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception; in books, furniture and supplies, further providing for purchase of supplies; in Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, further providing for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance; and, in State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts and for powers and duties of institution presidents.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, further providing for adjustments based on Consumer Price Index; in grounds and buildings, further providing for work to be done under contract let on bids and exception; in books, furniture and supplies, further providing for purchase of supplies; in Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology, further providing for contracts for construction, repair, renovation or maintenance; and, in State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts and for powers and duties of institution presidents.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-04-25","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2325/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2325","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":421664,"bill_number":"HB2326","title":"Further providing for competition in award of contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 23, 1967 (P.L.251, No.102), known as the Economic Development Financing Law, further providing for competition in award of contracts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2326/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2326","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":421708,"bill_number":"HR686","title":"Designating April 28, 2012, as \"Take It All Back Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 28, 2012, as \"Take It All Back Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR686/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=686","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":421713,"bill_number":"SB1506","title":"Expanding the scope of the act to include soil science; further providing for definitions; and providing for procedure for licensing as professional soil scientist.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 23, 1945 (P.L.913, No.367), known as the Engineer, Land Surveyor and Geologist Registration Law, expanding the scope of the act to include soil science; further providing for definitions; and providing for procedure for licensing as professional soil scientist.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-20","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-04-20","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1506/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1506","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":421728,"bill_number":"SB1400","title":"Providing for tax levies and information related to taxes; authorizing the imposition of a personal income tax or an earned income tax by a school district subject to voter approval; providing for imposition of and exclusions from a sales and use tax for the stabilization of education funding; establishing the Public Transportation Reserve Fund; providing for increase to the personal income tax, for certain licenses, for hotel occupancy tax, for procedure and administration of the tax, for expiration of authority to issue certain debt and for reporting by local government units of debt outstanding; establishing the Education Stabilization Fund; providing for disbursements from this fund and for certain rebates and assistance to senior citizens; and repealing certain provisions of The Local Tax Enabling Act, sales and use tax provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 and provisions relating to senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance in the Taxpayer Relief Act.","description":"An Act providing for tax levies and information related to taxes; authorizing the imposition of a personal income tax or an earned income tax by a school district subject to voter approval; providing for imposition of and exclusions from a sales and use tax for the stabilization of education funding; establishing the Public Transportation Reserve Fund; providing for increase to the personal income tax, for certain licenses, for hotel occupancy tax, for procedure and administration of the tax, for expiration of authority to issue certain debt and for reporting by local government units of debt outstanding; establishing the Education Stabilization Fund; providing for disbursements from this fund and for certain rebates and assistance to senior citizens; and repealing certain provisions of The Local Tax Enabling Act, sales and use tax provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 and provisions relating to senior citizens property tax and rent rebate assistance in the Taxpayer Relief Act.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-20","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-04-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1400/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1400","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":421745,"bill_number":"HR688","title":"Commemorating June 7, 2012, as the \"Battle of Midway Remembrance Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commemorating June 7, 2012, as the \"Battle of Midway Remembrance Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR688/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=688","sponsor":"Mark Gillen"},
{"bill_id":421767,"bill_number":"HR687","title":"Designating the week of May 6 through 13, 2012, as \"Nurses Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 6 through 13, 2012, as \"Nurses Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR687/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=687","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":421883,"bill_number":"HB2327","title":"In limitation of time, further providing for summary offenses involving vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in limitation of time, further providing for summary offenses involving vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2327/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2327","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":421897,"bill_number":"HB2328","title":"Further providing for adoption of preliminary budget proposals and for public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for adoption of preliminary budget proposals and for public referendum requirements for increasing certain taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2328/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2328","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":421910,"bill_number":"HR689","title":"Directing the Joint State Government Commission to study the impact that a reduced number of legislative districts will have upon minority voters and majority-minority districts in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to study the impact that a reduced number of legislative districts will have upon minority voters and majority-minority districts in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR689/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=689","sponsor":"Jake Wheatley"},
{"bill_id":421922,"bill_number":"HR690","title":"Recognizing the week of May 5 through 13, 2012, as \"National Travel and Tourism Week\" and April 30, 2012, as \"Tourism Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 5 through 13, 2012, as \"National Travel and Tourism Week\" and April 30, 2012, as \"Tourism Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR690/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=690","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":422037,"bill_number":"HR691","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Lupus Awareness Month\" and May 10, 2012, as \"Lupus Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Lupus Awareness Month\" and May 10, 2012, as \"Lupus Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR691/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=691","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":422365,"bill_number":"HB2329","title":"Further providing for grounds for involuntary termination of parental rights.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for grounds for involuntary termination of parental rights.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2329/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2329","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":422392,"bill_number":"HB2330","title":"Further providing for definitions; and providing for age requirement for pedalcycles with electric assist.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; and providing for age requirement for pedalcycles with electric assist.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2330/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2330","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":422418,"bill_number":"HR692","title":"Observing the week of May 1 through 7, 2012, as \"National Physical Education and Sports Week\" and the month of May 2012 as \"National Physical Fitness and Sports Month\" in Pennsylvania, and encouraging residents of Pennsylvania to learn more about the importance of physical activity for their health, to incorporate physical activity into their daily lives and to join in an effort to create a more enlightened public attitude and response.","description":"A Resolution observing the week of May 1 through 7, 2012, as \"National Physical Education and Sports Week\" and the month of May 2012 as \"National Physical Fitness and Sports Month\" in Pennsylvania, and encouraging residents of Pennsylvania to learn more about the importance of physical activity for their health, to incorporate physical activity into their daily lives and to join in an effort to create a more enlightened public attitude and response.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR692/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=692","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":422444,"bill_number":"HR693","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Healthy Babies Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Healthy Babies Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR693/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=693","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":422465,"bill_number":"HR694","title":"Recognizing May 2012 as \"National Youth Traffic Safety Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 2012 as \"National Youth Traffic Safety Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR694/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=694","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":422715,"bill_number":"HR699","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Older Pennsylvanians Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Older Pennsylvanians Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR699/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=699","sponsor":"Timothy Hennessey"},
{"bill_id":422731,"bill_number":"HR698","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Arthritis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Arthritis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Adopted (188-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR698/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=698","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":422750,"bill_number":"HR697","title":"Designating May 1, 2012, as \"Loyalty Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 1, 2012, as \"Loyalty Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR697/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=697","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":422770,"bill_number":"HR696","title":"Designating May 1, 2012, as \"National Guard Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 1, 2012, as \"National Guard Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR696/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=696","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":422789,"bill_number":"HR695","title":"Designating May 1, 2012, as \"The Battle of the Crooked Billet Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 1, 2012, as \"The Battle of the Crooked Billet Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Adopted (192-0)","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR695/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=695","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":422810,"bill_number":"HB2331","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2331/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2331","sponsor":"Todd Stephens"},
{"bill_id":422829,"bill_number":"HB2100","title":"Requiring the Office of Attorney General and the Department of Public Welfare to cooperate with local officials in child abuse matters; and making appropriations.","description":"An Act requiring the Office of Attorney General and the Department of Public Welfare to cooperate with local officials in child abuse matters; and making appropriations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2100/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2100","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":423118,"bill_number":"SR292","title":"Thanking the Veterans of Foreign Wars and its Ladies Auxiliary for their service and designating May 1, 2012, as \"Loyalty Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution thanking the Veterans of Foreign Wars and its Ladies Auxiliary for their service and designating May 1, 2012, as \"Loyalty Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR292/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=292","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":423127,"bill_number":"SB1507","title":"In preliminary provisions, providing for mandate waiver program for transportation.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, providing for mandate waiver program for transportation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1507/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1507","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":423140,"bill_number":"HR703","title":"Designating April 22, 2012, as \"Earth Day in Pennsylvania.\"","description":"A Resolution designating April 22, 2012, as \"Earth Day in Pennsylvania.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR703/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=703","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":423151,"bill_number":"HR702","title":"Recognizing and honoring the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Philadelphia and Susquehanna Valley in the month of October.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Philadelphia and Susquehanna Valley in the month of October.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR702/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=702","sponsor":"Thomas Creighton"},
{"bill_id":423163,"bill_number":"HR701","title":"Recognizing May 2012 as \"Blue Star Mothers of America Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 2012 as \"Blue Star Mothers of America Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR701/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=701","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":423177,"bill_number":"HR700","title":"Honoring the memory of law enforcement officers who gave their lives in the line of duty in this Commonwealth and recognizing the memorial service in their honor in Soldiers' Grove at the State Capitol Complex on May 7, 2012.","description":"A Resolution honoring the memory of law enforcement officers who gave their lives in the line of duty in this Commonwealth and recognizing the memorial service in their honor in Soldiers' Grove at the State Capitol Complex on May 7, 2012.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR700/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=700","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":423189,"bill_number":"HB2334","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of an easement and the release of Project 70 restrictions imposed on a portion of land owned by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, in return for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on certain land being conveyed to the Commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, and other terms and conditions.","description":"An Act authorizing the conveyance of an easement and the release of Project 70 restrictions imposed on a portion of land owned by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, in return for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on certain land being conveyed to the Commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, and other terms and conditions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2334/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2334","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":423202,"bill_number":"HB2333","title":"Providing for veteran identification cards.","description":"An Act amending Title 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for veteran identification cards.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2333/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2333","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":423225,"bill_number":"HB2335","title":"In primary and election expenses, further providing for definitions and for reporting by candidate and political committees and other persons.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in primary and election expenses, further providing for definitions and for reporting by candidate and political committees and other persons.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2335/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2335","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":423231,"bill_number":"HB2336","title":"In airport operation and zoning, providing for rental vehicle fees and rental facility improvements.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in airport operation and zoning, providing for rental vehicle fees and rental facility improvements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2336/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2336","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":423238,"bill_number":"HB2337","title":"Providing for the Children's Access to Concurrent Care Act and for applicability.","description":"An Act providing for the Children's Access to Concurrent Care Act and for applicability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2337/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2337","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":423244,"bill_number":"HB2338","title":"Further providing for continuing medical education.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, further providing for continuing medical education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2338/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2338","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":423253,"bill_number":"HB2339","title":"Providing for certification of chimney reliners by the Department of Labor and Industry; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for certification of chimney reliners by the Department of Labor and Industry; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2339/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2339","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":423260,"bill_number":"HB2341","title":"Further providing for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions; providing for funding for cyber charter schools, for cyber charter school fund balance transfer, for fund established for full-day kindergarten and for fund established for special school property tax relief; further providing for school district and intermediate unit responsibilities; providing for cyber charter school of residence; and further providing for enrollment and notification and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions; providing for funding for cyber charter schools, for cyber charter school fund balance transfer, for fund established for full-day kindergarten and for fund established for special school property tax relief; further providing for school district and intermediate unit responsibilities; providing for cyber charter school of residence; and further providing for enrollment and notification and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2341/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2341","sponsor":"Bryan Barbin"},
{"bill_id":423268,"bill_number":"HB2342","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Nanticoke Hospital Company, LLC, or its assigns, certain lands situate in the City of Nanticoke, Luzerne County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Nanticoke Hospital Company, LLC, or its assigns, certain lands situate in the City of Nanticoke, Luzerne County.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2342/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2342","sponsor":"Gerald Mullery"},
{"bill_id":423275,"bill_number":"HR704","title":"Designating August 25, 2012, as \"Joseph 'Joe' R. Hartle, Jr., Day\" at the Centre County Grange Fair.","description":"A Resolution designating August 25, 2012, as \"Joseph 'Joe' R. Hartle, Jr., Day\" at the Centre County Grange Fair.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR704/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=704","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":423283,"bill_number":"HR705","title":"Proclaiming October 7, 2012, as \"Operation Enduring Freedom Veterans Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution proclaiming October 7, 2012, as \"Operation Enduring Freedom Veterans Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR705/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=705","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":423290,"bill_number":"HR706","title":"Recognizing the week of April 23 through 30, 2012, as \"Noise Reduction Week\" in Pennsylvania and April 25, 2012, as \"Noise Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of April 23 through 30, 2012, as \"Noise Reduction Week\" in Pennsylvania and April 25, 2012, as \"Noise Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR706/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=706","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":423298,"bill_number":"HR707","title":"Designating May 2012 as \"Epilepsy Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 2012 as \"Epilepsy Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR707/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=707","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":423304,"bill_number":"HR708","title":"Honoring Rick Sebak for his 25th anniversary at WQED.","description":"A Resolution honoring Rick Sebak for his 25th anniversary at WQED.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR708/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=708","sponsor":"Paul Costa"},
{"bill_id":423313,"bill_number":"HR709","title":"Honoring the life and service of Jeffery A. Cole and extending condolences to his family and many colleagues.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and service of Jeffery A. Cole and extending condolences to his family and many colleagues.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR709/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=709","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":423322,"bill_number":"HR710","title":"Recognizing May 8, 2012, as \"Summer Camps Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 8, 2012, as \"Summer Camps Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR710/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=710","sponsor":"Sandra Major"},
{"bill_id":423327,"bill_number":"SR289","title":"Recognizing May 3, 2012, as the \"National Day of Prayer\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging the celebration of religious freedom.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 3, 2012, as the \"National Day of Prayer\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging the celebration of religious freedom.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR289/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=289","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":423335,"bill_number":"SR290","title":"Designating May 20, 2012, as \"Medal of Honor Grove Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 20, 2012, as \"Medal of Honor Grove Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR290/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=290","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":423345,"bill_number":"SR291","title":"Recognizing the goals of \"Wear it Pennsylvania!\" and designating the week of May 19 through 25, 2012, as \"National Safe Boating Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the goals of \"Wear it Pennsylvania!\" and designating the week of May 19 through 25, 2012, as \"National Safe Boating Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR291/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=291","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":423350,"bill_number":"SR293","title":"Designating the week of May 6 through 12, 2012, as \"Nurses Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 6 through 12, 2012, as \"Nurses Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR293/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=293","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":423358,"bill_number":"SR294","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Lyme Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Lyme Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR294/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=294","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":423364,"bill_number":"SR295","title":"Designating May 1, 2012, as \"The Battle of the Crooked Billet Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 1, 2012, as \"The Battle of the Crooked Billet Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR295/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=295","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":423370,"bill_number":"SR296","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-04-30","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-04-30","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR296/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=296","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":423582,"bill_number":"HB2340","title":"Further providing for limitations on eligibility of candidates.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for limitations on eligibility of candidates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2340/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2340","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":423594,"bill_number":"HB2343","title":"Designating the eastbound bridge carrying Interstate 90 over Six-Mile Creek in Harborcreek Township, Erie County, as the Senior Airman Bryan R. Bell Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the eastbound bridge carrying Interstate 90 over Six-Mile Creek in Harborcreek Township, Erie County, as the Senior Airman Bryan R. Bell Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2343/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2343","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":423606,"bill_number":"HB2344","title":"In professional employees, further providing for definitions and for duty to employ.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in professional employees, further providing for definitions and for duty to employ.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2344/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2344","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":423618,"bill_number":"HB2346","title":"Further providing for ineligibility for compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for ineligibility for compensation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2346/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2346","sponsor":"Christopher Harris"},
{"bill_id":423629,"bill_number":"HR711","title":"Recognizing the week of May 13 through 19, 2012, as \"National Women's Health Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 13 through 19, 2012, as \"National Women's Health Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR711/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=711","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":423641,"bill_number":"HR712","title":"Honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the death of Senior Airman Bryan Bell, who paid the supreme sacrifice on January 5, 2012, while serving his country in Afghanistan.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the death of Senior Airman Bryan Bell, who paid the supreme sacrifice on January 5, 2012, while serving his country in Afghanistan.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR712/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=712","sponsor":"Curtis Sonney"},
{"bill_id":423653,"bill_number":"HR713","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Bluegrass Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Bluegrass Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR713/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=713","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":423663,"bill_number":"HR714","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR714/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=714","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":423674,"bill_number":"SR307","title":"Recognizing April 30, 2012, as \"International Jazz Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing April 30, 2012, as \"International Jazz Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR307/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=307","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":423692,"bill_number":"SR306","title":"Designating May 5, 2012, as \"Childhood Stroke Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 5, 2012, as \"Childhood Stroke Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR306/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=306","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":423713,"bill_number":"SR305","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"American Stroke Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"American Stroke Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR305/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=305","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":423736,"bill_number":"SR304","title":"Honoring the 100th anniversary of Pittsburgh Public Schools in the City of Pittsburgh.","description":"A Resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of Pittsburgh Public Schools in the City of Pittsburgh.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR304/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=304","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":423758,"bill_number":"SR303","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Sleep Apnea Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Sleep Apnea Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR303/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=303","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":423778,"bill_number":"SR302","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Celiac Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Celiac Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR302/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=302","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":423800,"bill_number":"SR301","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Lupus Awareness Month\" and May 10, 2012, as \"World Lupus Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Lupus Awareness Month\" and May 10, 2012, as \"World Lupus Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR301/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=301","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":423825,"bill_number":"SR300","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Foster Care Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Foster Care Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR300/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=300","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":423848,"bill_number":"SR299","title":"Recognizing the week of May 13 through 19, 2012, as \"National Police Week\" and May 7, 2012, as \"Police Officers' Memorial Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 13 through 19, 2012, as \"National Police Week\" and May 7, 2012, as \"Police Officers' Memorial Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR299/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=299","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":423868,"bill_number":"SR298","title":"Mourning the loss of the Honorable Frank J. Montemuro, Jr., who died on March 29, 2012, in Newtown, Bucks County, at 86 years of age.","description":"A Resolution mourning the loss of the Honorable Frank J. Montemuro, Jr., who died on March 29, 2012, in Newtown, Bucks County, at 86 years of age.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR298/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=298","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":423891,"bill_number":"SR297","title":"Commemorating the 257th anniversary of Pennsylvania's first militia law and designating May 1, 2012, as \"National Guard Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 257th anniversary of Pennsylvania's first militia law and designating May 1, 2012, as \"National Guard Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-05-01","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-05-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR297/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=297","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":423914,"bill_number":"SB1510","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Erie Art Museum, certain lands situate in the City of Erie, Erie County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Erie Art Museum, certain lands situate in the City of Erie, Erie County.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1510/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1510","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":423935,"bill_number":"SB1509","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Erie Art Museum, certain lands situate in the City of Erie, Erie County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Erie Art Museum, certain lands situate in the City of Erie, Erie County.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1509/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1509","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":423961,"bill_number":"HR715","title":"Celebrating and commemorating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Pennsylvania State Troopers Association, whose mission is to advocate for public safety and to represent those who protect and serve this Commonwealth as Pennsylvania State Troopers.","description":"A Resolution celebrating and commemorating the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the Pennsylvania State Troopers Association, whose mission is to advocate for public safety and to represent those who protect and serve this Commonwealth as Pennsylvania State Troopers.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR715/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=715","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":424078,"bill_number":"HB2347","title":"In preliminary provisions, further defining \"proof of identification.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in preliminary provisions, further defining \"proof of identification.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2347/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2347","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":424200,"bill_number":"HR717","title":"Designating the week of May 21, 2012, as \"Arteriovenous Malformation Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 21, 2012, as \"Arteriovenous Malformation Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR717/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=717","sponsor":"Ted Harhai"},
{"bill_id":424227,"bill_number":"HR716","title":"Congratulating the Tobyhanna Army Depot on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of its arrival.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Tobyhanna Army Depot on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of its arrival.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR716/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=716","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":424258,"bill_number":"HB2307","title":"Amending the act of December 15, 1955 (P.L.865, No.256), entitled \"An act requiring rents and royalties from oil and gas leases of Commonwealth land to be placed in a special fund to be used for conservation, recreation, dams, and flood control; authorizing the Secretary of Forests and Waters to determine the need for and location of such projects and to acquire the necessary land,\" providing for transfer of funds to Fish Fund; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1955 (P.L.865, No.256), entitled \"An act requiring rents and royalties from oil and gas leases of Commonwealth land to be placed in a special fund to be used for conservation, recreation, dams, and flood control; authorizing the Secretary of Forests and Waters to determine the need for and location of such projects and to acquire the necessary land,\" providing for transfer of funds to Fish Fund; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2307/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2307","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":424296,"bill_number":"HB2345","title":"Designating the bridge carrying Burnside Avenue in West Norriton Township in Montgomery County over Stony Creek as the \"Albert Earl Momme Bridge.\"","description":"An Act designating the bridge carrying Burnside Avenue in West Norriton Township in Montgomery County over Stony Creek as the \"Albert Earl Momme Bridge.\"","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 117","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2345/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2345","sponsor":"Michael Vereb"},
{"bill_id":424476,"bill_number":"HR719","title":"Designating May 8, 2012, as \"Alpha Phi Alpha Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 8, 2012, as \"Alpha Phi Alpha Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR719/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=719","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":424478,"bill_number":"HR718","title":"Designating the week of May 7 through 11, 2012, as \"Teacher Appreciation Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 7 through 11, 2012, as \"Teacher Appreciation Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Adopted (189-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR718/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=718","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":424481,"bill_number":"HB2351","title":"Further providing for SURE system, for qualifications to register, for government agencies and for preparation and distribution of applications; providing for nomination petitions; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 25 (Elections) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for SURE system, for qualifications to register, for government agencies and for preparation and distribution of applications; providing for nomination petitions; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2351/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2351","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":424485,"bill_number":"HB2349","title":"Redesignating the bridge on State Route 322 over North Fork Creek in Brookville Borough, Jefferson County, as the Purple Heart Memorial Bridge of Jefferson County.","description":"An Act redesignating the bridge on State Route 322 over North Fork Creek in Brookville Borough, Jefferson County, as the Purple Heart Memorial Bridge of Jefferson County.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 118","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2349/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2349","sponsor":"Sam Smith"},
{"bill_id":424487,"bill_number":"HB2348","title":"Further providing for extension of time to file reports, for changes made by Federal Government, for petition for reassessment and for petition procedure; providing for compromise by secretary; and further providing for petitions for refunds.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for extension of time to file reports, for changes made by Federal Government, for petition for reassessment and for petition procedure; providing for compromise by secretary; and further providing for petitions for refunds.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2348/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2348","sponsor":"Duane Milne"},
{"bill_id":424502,"bill_number":"HR720","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Lyme Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Lyme Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR720/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=720","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":424687,"bill_number":"HB2352","title":"Further providing for definitions and for concurrent enrollment agreements; repealing provisions relating to charter schools; providing for charter school entities; and establishing the State Charter School Entity Assessment Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for definitions and for concurrent enrollment agreements; repealing provisions relating to charter schools; providing for charter school entities; and establishing the State Charter School Entity Assessment Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2352/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2352","sponsor":"Thomas Killion"},
{"bill_id":424694,"bill_number":"HB2353","title":"Further providing for contents of subdivision and land development ordinance.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, further providing for contents of subdivision and land development ordinance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2353/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2353","sponsor":"Robert Freeman"},
{"bill_id":424698,"bill_number":"HB2354","title":"Further providing for certificate requirements, for equivalency practice for individuals and for equivalency practice for firms and entities.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 26, 1947 (P.L.318, No.140), known as the CPA Law, further providing for certificate requirements, for equivalency practice for individuals and for equivalency practice for firms and entities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2354/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2354","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":424705,"bill_number":"HR721","title":"Recognizing and paying tribute to the important role the coal mining industry plays in the economy of this Commonwealth and recognizing 2011 as a year in which there were no coal mining fatalities in this Commonwealth and congratulating all those who contributed to this significant achievement.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and paying tribute to the important role the coal mining industry plays in the economy of this Commonwealth and recognizing 2011 as a year in which there were no coal mining fatalities in this Commonwealth and congratulating all those who contributed to this significant achievement.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR721/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=721","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":424711,"bill_number":"SB1508","title":"In community colleges, further providing for financial program and reimbursement of payments; establishing the Pennsylvania Community College Affordability Task Force within the Department of Education; and providing for its powers and duties and for administrative support.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in community colleges, further providing for financial program and reimbursement of payments; establishing the Pennsylvania Community College Affordability Task Force within the Department of Education; and providing for its powers and duties and for administrative support.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1508/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1508","sponsor":"Jeffrey Piccola"},
{"bill_id":424717,"bill_number":"SB1512","title":"In administration, further providing for enforcement; and, in licensing, providing for injunctions.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, in administration, further providing for enforcement; and, in licensing, providing for injunctions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1512/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1512","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":424723,"bill_number":"SB1513","title":"Further providing for Lake Erie fishing permits.","description":"An Act amending Title 30 (Fish) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for Lake Erie fishing permits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1513/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1513","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":424730,"bill_number":"SB1514","title":"In development, further providing for hydraulic fracturing chemical disclosure requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in development, further providing for hydraulic fracturing chemical disclosure requirements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1514/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1514","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":424735,"bill_number":"SB1515","title":"Further providing for methods of voter registration; providing for electronic voter registration application; and further providing for preparation and distribution of applications.","description":"An Act amending Title 25 (Elections) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for methods of voter registration; providing for electronic voter registration application; and further providing for preparation and distribution of applications.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1515/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1515","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":424753,"bill_number":"SR310","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Arthritis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Arthritis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR310/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=310","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":424767,"bill_number":"SR309","title":"Recognizing the week of May 12 through 19, 2012, as \"Armed Forces Week\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging the observance of May 19, 2012, as \"Armed Forces Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of May 12 through 19, 2012, as \"Armed Forces Week\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging the observance of May 19, 2012, as \"Armed Forces Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR309/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=309","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":424784,"bill_number":"SR308","title":"Congratulating and commending the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, an educational and inspirational treasure in this Commonwealth, for having one of the few second-generation gorilla births in the nation take place in its facilities and for being an internationally recognized leader in conserving endangered and threatened species.","description":"A Resolution congratulating and commending the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium, an educational and inspirational treasure in this Commonwealth, for having one of the few second-generation gorilla births in the nation take place in its facilities and for being an internationally recognized leader in conserving endangered and threatened species.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-07","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-07","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR308/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=308","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":424800,"bill_number":"HR722","title":"Designating May 11, 2012, as \"Military Spouse Appreciation Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 11, 2012, as \"Military Spouse Appreciation Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR722/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=722","sponsor":"Bryan Barbin"},
{"bill_id":424817,"bill_number":"HB2356","title":"Providing for the offense of unlawful firearm records; and prescribing a penalty.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the offense of unlawful firearm records; and prescribing a penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2356/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2356","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":424834,"bill_number":"HB2355","title":"Establishing the Loan Forgiveness for Dentists Program in the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency; and providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","description":"An Act establishing the Loan Forgiveness for Dentists Program in the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency; and providing for powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2355/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2355","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":424860,"bill_number":"HR725","title":"Urging the reinstatement of the operation of the Pennsylvania State Police Aviation Patrol Unit IV at the Williamsport Regional Airport.","description":"A Resolution urging the reinstatement of the operation of the Pennsylvania State Police Aviation Patrol Unit IV at the Williamsport Regional Airport.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR725/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=725","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":424867,"bill_number":"HR724","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States and the United States Postal Service to reconsider the decision to close the Williamsport Processing and Delivery Facility located at 2901 Reach Road, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, thus saving jobs and continuing to maintain fast and efficient postal service to area residents and businesses that rely on this critical service.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States and the United States Postal Service to reconsider the decision to close the Williamsport Processing and Delivery Facility located at 2901 Reach Road, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, thus saving jobs and continuing to maintain fast and efficient postal service to area residents and businesses that rely on this critical service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR724/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=724","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":424874,"bill_number":"HR723","title":"Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the incorporation of the Borough of Marietta.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 200th anniversary of the incorporation of the Borough of Marietta.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR723/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=723","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":424882,"bill_number":"HB2361","title":"Further providing for tax relief in first class cities.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for tax relief in first class cities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2361/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2361","sponsor":"Michael O'Brien"},
{"bill_id":424889,"bill_number":"HB2360","title":"Providing for nano-brewery licenses.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, providing for nano-brewery licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-14","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2012-05-14","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2360/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2360","sponsor":"Ryan Aument"},
{"bill_id":424895,"bill_number":"HB2359","title":"Further providing for definitions and for regulations and standards.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 26, 1978 (P.L.1375, No.325), known as the Dam Safety and Encroachments Act, further providing for definitions and for regulations and standards.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2359/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2359","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":424905,"bill_number":"HB2358","title":"Further providing for identification requirements for sale of scrap materials to scrap processors and recycling facility operators, for commercial accounts and for restricted materials.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 9, 2008 (P.L.1408, No.113), known as the Scrap Material Theft Prevention Act, further providing for identification requirements for sale of scrap materials to scrap processors and recycling facility operators, for commercial accounts and for restricted materials.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2358/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2358","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":424911,"bill_number":"HB2357","title":"Providing for older student protection; and imposing a penalty.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for older student protection; and imposing a penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2357/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2357","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":424919,"bill_number":"HB2312","title":"In development, further providing for use of safety devices.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in development, further providing for use of safety devices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2312/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2312","sponsor":"Duane Milne"},
{"bill_id":424926,"bill_number":"HB2299","title":"Providing for emergency care.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, providing for emergency care.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2299/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2299","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":424948,"bill_number":"SR312","title":"Recognizing May 2012 as \"Epilepsy Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 2012 as \"Epilepsy Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR312/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=312","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":425028,"bill_number":"SR311","title":"Recognizing May 8, 2012, as \"Summer Camps Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 8, 2012, as \"Summer Camps Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-08","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-08","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR311/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=311","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":425137,"bill_number":"SR313","title":"Honoring fallen firefighters Lieutenant Robert Neary and Daniel Sweeny of Delaware County, Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring fallen firefighters Lieutenant Robert Neary and Daniel Sweeny of Delaware County, Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR313/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=313","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":425168,"bill_number":"SR314","title":"Recognizing May 15, 2012, as the 150th anniversary of the creation of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and commending the employees of the USDA for their stewardship and productivity which is relied upon daily by the citizens of this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution recognizing May 15, 2012, as the 150th anniversary of the creation of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and commending the employees of the USDA for their stewardship and productivity which is relied upon daily by the citizens of this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR314/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=314","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":425196,"bill_number":"SR315","title":"Designating May 15 through June 15, 2012, as \"Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating May 15 through June 15, 2012, as \"Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-09","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-09","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR315/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=315","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":425227,"bill_number":"HB1840","title":"Further providing for required contract provisions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 3, 1978 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Steel Products Procurement Act, further providing for required contract provisions.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 159","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB1840/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1840","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":425247,"bill_number":"HB2363","title":"Further providing for programs of Statewide significance.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for programs of Statewide significance.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-10","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2363/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2363","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":425265,"bill_number":"HR727","title":"Commending the Port of Pittsburgh Commission on its 20th anniversary for its leadership in advocating for the passage of a 20-year capital improvement plan and urging the Congress of the United States to support a 20-year capital improvement plan which would improve the lock and dam infrastructure of the nation's inland waterway system.","description":"A Resolution commending the Port of Pittsburgh Commission on its 20th anniversary for its leadership in advocating for the passage of a 20-year capital improvement plan and urging the Congress of the United States to support a 20-year capital improvement plan which would improve the lock and dam infrastructure of the nation's inland waterway system.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR727/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=727","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":425281,"bill_number":"HR728","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to utilize findings compiled by the Oil and Gas Price Fraud Working Group to find a way to reduce the price of gasoline and diesel fuel in the United States.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to utilize findings compiled by the Oil and Gas Price Fraud Working Group to find a way to reduce the price of gasoline and diesel fuel in the United States.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-14","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-14","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR728/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=728","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":425298,"bill_number":"HB2362","title":"Providing for restriction on use of Mansion of the Lieutenant Governor; and making an inconsistent repeal.","description":"An Act providing for restriction on use of Mansion of the Lieutenant Governor; and making an inconsistent repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2362/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2362","sponsor":"John Lawrence"},
{"bill_id":425316,"bill_number":"HR729","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the feasibility of lowering the corporate net income tax to 4.99% and its impact on the economy of the Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the feasibility of lowering the corporate net income tax to 4.99% and its impact on the economy of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR729/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=729","sponsor":"Scott Conklin"},
{"bill_id":425335,"bill_number":"HR730","title":"Honoring the life and contributions of William H. Gray III and recognizing the impact of historically black colleges and universities.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and contributions of William H. Gray III and recognizing the impact of historically black colleges and universities.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR730/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=730","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":425354,"bill_number":"HR731","title":"Urging the Department of Corrections to enter into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Internal Revenue Service to address the ongoing problem of incarcerated individuals filing fraudulent tax returns and receiving a refund.","description":"A Resolution urging the Department of Corrections to enter into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Internal Revenue Service to address the ongoing problem of incarcerated individuals filing fraudulent tax returns and receiving a refund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR731/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=731","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":425373,"bill_number":"HR732","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to propose an amendment to the Constitution of the United States for the states' consideration which provides that corporations are not persons under the laws of the United States or any of its jurisdictional subdivisions.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to propose an amendment to the Constitution of the United States for the states' consideration which provides that corporations are not persons under the laws of the United States or any of its jurisdictional subdivisions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR732/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=732","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":425390,"bill_number":"HR733","title":"Recognizing the Borough of Doylestown on the occasion of the 2012 Doylestown County Seat Bicentennial Celebration.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the Borough of Doylestown on the occasion of the 2012 Doylestown County Seat Bicentennial Celebration.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR733/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=733","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":425686,"bill_number":"HB2365","title":"In subdivision and land development, further providing for approval of plats.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in subdivision and land development, further providing for approval of plats.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2365/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2365","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":425694,"bill_number":"SB1519","title":"In unconventional gas well fee, further providing for distribution of fee.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in unconventional gas well fee, further providing for distribution of fee.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-11","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-11","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1519/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1519","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":425697,"bill_number":"SB1518","title":"Providing for grants to municipal fire and emergency services organizations; and imposing a pyrotechnic public safety fee.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for grants to municipal fire and emergency services organizations; and imposing a pyrotechnic public safety fee.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-11","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-05-11","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1518/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1518","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":425701,"bill_number":"SB1517","title":"Further providing for acquisition and disposal of buildings, sites for school buildings and playgrounds.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for acquisition and disposal of buildings, sites for school buildings and playgrounds.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-11","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1517/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1517","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":425706,"bill_number":"SB1511","title":"Providing for ineligibility of State annuitants.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, providing for ineligibility of State annuitants.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-11","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-05-11","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1511/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1511","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":425710,"bill_number":"SB1505","title":"Providing for limitation of taxation and for property tax deferrals.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 5, 1932 (Sp.Sess., P.L.45, No.45), referred to as the Sterling Act, providing for limitation of taxation and for property tax deferrals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-11","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1505/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1505","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":425715,"bill_number":"SB1502","title":"Authorizing counties to impose sales, use and occupancy taxes; and providing for the levying, assessment and collection of taxes and for the powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development or any successor agency, the Department of Revenue and the State Treasurer.","description":"An Act authorizing counties to impose sales, use and occupancy taxes; and providing for the levying, assessment and collection of taxes and for the powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development or any successor agency, the Department of Revenue and the State Treasurer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-11","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1502/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1502","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":425720,"bill_number":"SB1462","title":"Providing for second class county real property assessment and tax elimination; and imposing duties on the Department of Revenue.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, providing for second class county real property assessment and tax elimination; and imposing duties on the Department of Revenue.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-11","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-11","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1462/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1462","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":426481,"bill_number":"HB2389","title":"Establishing a Statewide academic scholarship program to be known as the Reliable Educational Assistance for College Hopefuls Scholarship for Arts and Culture; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","description":"An Act establishing a Statewide academic scholarship program to be known as the Reliable Educational Assistance for College Hopefuls Scholarship for Arts and Culture; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2389/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2389","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":426488,"bill_number":"HB2388","title":"Establishing a Statewide academic scholarship program to be known as the Reliable Educational Assistance for College Hopefuls Scholarship for Education; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","description":"An Act establishing a Statewide academic scholarship program to be known as the Reliable Educational Assistance for College Hopefuls Scholarship for Education; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2388/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2388","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":426498,"bill_number":"HB2387","title":"In criminal history record information, further providing for general regulations; and, in child protective services, further providing for information relating to prospective child-care personnel.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in criminal history record information, further providing for general regulations; and, in child protective services, further providing for information relating to prospective child-care personnel.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2387/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2387","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":426506,"bill_number":"HB2386","title":"Establishing a Statewide academic scholarship program to be known as the Reliable Educational Assistance for College Hopefuls Scholarship for Business and Entrepreneurship; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","description":"An Act establishing a Statewide academic scholarship program to be known as the Reliable Educational Assistance for College Hopefuls Scholarship for Business and Entrepreneurship; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2386/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2386","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":426516,"bill_number":"HB2385","title":"Further providing for annual registration fee for passenger cars; establishing the Transit Oriented Development Loan Fund; and imposing duties upon the Department of Community and Economic Development.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for annual registration fee for passenger cars; establishing the Transit Oriented Development Loan Fund; and imposing duties upon the Department of Community and Economic Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2385/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2385","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":426526,"bill_number":"HB2384","title":"Establishing the Green Economy Center; and providing for an executive director, for the Green Jobs Fund and for grant programs; and transferring the powers, duties and functions of the Governor's Green Government Council to the Green Economy Center.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, establishing the Green Economy Center; and providing for an executive director, for the Green Jobs Fund and for grant programs; and transferring the powers, duties and functions of the Governor's Green Government Council to the Green Economy Center.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2384/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2384","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":426536,"bill_number":"HB2383","title":"In corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions and for imposition of tax; in procedure and administration, further providing for definitions, for petition for reassessment and for petition procedure; further providing for provisions relating to review by board; providing for review by Tax Review Tribunal; and establishing the Tax Review Tribunal and providing for its powers and duties.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in corporate net income tax, further providing for definitions and for imposition of tax; in procedure and administration, further providing for definitions, for petition for reassessment and for petition procedure; further providing for provisions relating to review by board; providing for review by Tax Review Tribunal; and establishing the Tax Review Tribunal and providing for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2383/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2383","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":426544,"bill_number":"HB2382","title":"Further providing for certificates qualifying persons to teach and for kinds of State certificates; and providing for residency certificates.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for certificates qualifying persons to teach and for kinds of State certificates; and providing for residency certificates.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2382/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2382","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":426556,"bill_number":"HB2381","title":"Further providing for annual registration fee for passenger cars; establishing the Transit Oriented Development Loan Fund; and imposing duties upon the Department of Community and Economic Development.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for annual registration fee for passenger cars; establishing the Transit Oriented Development Loan Fund; and imposing duties upon the Department of Community and Economic Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2381/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2381","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":426565,"bill_number":"HB2380","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Public School Construction Authority and the Pennsylvania Public School Construction Task Force; providing for their powers and duties; establishing the Public School Construction Reserve Fund, the Public School Building and Facility Adequacy Grant Program, a direct grant program and an interest subsidy program; and authorizing the issuance of bonds.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Pennsylvania Public School Construction Authority and the Pennsylvania Public School Construction Task Force; providing for their powers and duties; establishing the Public School Construction Reserve Fund, the Public School Building and Facility Adequacy Grant Program, a direct grant program and an interest subsidy program; and authorizing the issuance of bonds.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2380/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2380","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":426576,"bill_number":"HB2379","title":"Further providing for distributions from Pennsylvania Race Horse Development Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for distributions from Pennsylvania Race Horse Development Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2379/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2379","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":426585,"bill_number":"HB2378","title":"Providing for the Returning Heroes Supplemental Tax Credit Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the Returning Heroes Supplemental Tax Credit Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2378/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2378","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":426594,"bill_number":"HB2377","title":"Providing for municipal vehicle registration.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for municipal vehicle registration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2377/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2377","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":426604,"bill_number":"HB2376","title":"Providing for county registration of motor vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for county registration of motor vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-16","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2376/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2376","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":426819,"bill_number":"HB2366","title":"Adding the definitions of \"certified parking meter inspector\" and \"local government unit\"; further providing for specific powers and duties of department and regulations; providing for certified parking meter inspectors and for general testing and inspections; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, adding the definitions of \"certified parking meter inspector\" and \"local government unit\"; further providing for specific powers and duties of department and regulations; providing for certified parking meter inspectors and for general testing and inspections; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 169","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2366/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2366","sponsor":"Ryan Mackenzie"},
{"bill_id":426834,"bill_number":"HB2371","title":"Further providing for width of vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for width of vehicles.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 173","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2371/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2371","sponsor":"John Maher"},
{"bill_id":426846,"bill_number":"HB2372","title":"In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in registration of vehicles, further providing for vehicles exempt from registration; in fees, further providing for farm vehicles; in inspection of vehicles, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles and for operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection; and, in size, weight and load, further providing for width of vehicles and for length of vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in registration of vehicles, further providing for vehicles exempt from registration; in fees, further providing for farm vehicles; in inspection of vehicles, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles and for operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection; and, in size, weight and load, further providing for width of vehicles and for length of vehicles.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 174","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2372/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2372","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":426859,"bill_number":"HB2373","title":"In general provisions, further providing for definitions; and in registration of vehicles, further providing for vehicles exempt from registration.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; and in registration of vehicles, further providing for vehicles exempt from registration.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2373/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2373","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":426873,"bill_number":"HB2374","title":"In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in registration of vehicles, further providing for vehicles exempt from registration; in fees, further providing for farm vehicles; and, in inspection of vehicles, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles and for operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in registration of vehicles, further providing for vehicles exempt from registration; in fees, further providing for farm vehicles; and, in inspection of vehicles, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles and for operation of vehicle without official certificate of inspection.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2374/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2374","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":426887,"bill_number":"HB2375","title":"Further providing for vehicles exempt from registration and for persons exempt from licensing.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for vehicles exempt from registration and for persons exempt from licensing.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2375/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2375","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":426902,"bill_number":"HB2390","title":"In taxicabs and limousines in cities of the first class, further providing for definitions, for contested complaints, for driver certification program, for power of authority to issue certificates of public convenience, for certificate and medallion required, for additional certificates and medallions, for wages and for civil penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in taxicabs and limousines in cities of the first class, further providing for definitions, for contested complaints, for driver certification program, for power of authority to issue certificates of public convenience, for certificate and medallion required, for additional certificates and medallions, for wages and for civil penalties.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 119","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2390/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2390","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":426916,"bill_number":"HB2391","title":"Further providing for definitions, for acquisition of control of or merger or consolidation with domestic insurer, for acquisitions involving insurers not otherwise covered, for registration of insurers, for standards and management of an insurer within a holding company system and for examination; providing for supervisory colleges and for group-wide supervision for international insurance groups; further providing for confidential treatment, for rules and regulations, for injunctions and certain prohibitions and for sanctions.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, further providing for definitions, for acquisition of control of or merger or consolidation with domestic insurer, for acquisitions involving insurers not otherwise covered, for registration of insurers, for standards and management of an insurer within a holding company system and for examination; providing for supervisory colleges and for group-wide supervision for international insurance groups; further providing for confidential treatment, for rules and regulations, for injunctions and certain prohibitions and for sanctions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2391/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2391","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":426930,"bill_number":"HB2392","title":"Providing for the Fair Pharmaceuticals Pricing and Payment Act; imposing duties on the Department of Public Welfare; and abrogating a regulation.","description":"An Act providing for the Fair Pharmaceuticals Pricing and Payment Act; imposing duties on the Department of Public Welfare; and abrogating a regulation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2392/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2392","sponsor":"Kurt Masser"},
{"bill_id":426943,"bill_number":"HR734","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Beef Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Beef Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR734/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=734","sponsor":"John Maher"},
{"bill_id":426954,"bill_number":"HR735","title":"Recognizing Carl Wolter of Lehighton, Pennsylvania, on winning the 2011 RE/MAX World Long Drive Championship Powered by Dick's Sporting Goods.","description":"A Resolution recognizing Carl Wolter of Lehighton, Pennsylvania, on winning the 2011 RE/MAX World Long Drive Championship Powered by Dick's Sporting Goods.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR735/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=735","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":427093,"bill_number":"HR736","title":"Recognizing the bicentennial of Bradford County in 2012.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the bicentennial of Bradford County in 2012.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR736/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=736","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":427124,"bill_number":"HB2394","title":"In divorce, further providing for equitable division of marital property.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in divorce, further providing for equitable division of marital property.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2394/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2394","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":427157,"bill_number":"HB2393","title":"In preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2393/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2393","sponsor":"Frederick Keller"},
{"bill_id":427502,"bill_number":"HR737","title":"Recognizing Bobby Gerhart on his successful career in auto racing and his record eight Automobile Racing Club of America series victories at Daytona International Speedway.","description":"A Resolution recognizing Bobby Gerhart on his successful career in auto racing and his record eight Automobile Racing Club of America series victories at Daytona International Speedway.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR737/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=737","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":427504,"bill_number":"HR726","title":"Honoring the Seton-La Salle Catholic High School Girls Basketball Team for winning the 2012 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Class AA Title and for achieving an undefeated record for the season.","description":"A Resolution honoring the Seton-La Salle Catholic High School Girls Basketball Team for winning the 2012 Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Class AA Title and for achieving an undefeated record for the season.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR726/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=726","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":427508,"bill_number":"HB2397","title":"Further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for distress in school districts of the first class.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2397/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2397","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":427511,"bill_number":"HB2396","title":"Providing for Holocaust, genocide and human rights violations instruction.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for Holocaust, genocide and human rights violations instruction.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2396/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2396","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":427515,"bill_number":"HB2395","title":"In access, further providing for requests.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, in access, further providing for requests.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2395/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2395","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":427551,"bill_number":"HB2398","title":"Designating State Bridge No. 53-0054-0290-0143 located on S.R. 54 in Mahanoy Township, Schuylkill County, over the Reading and Northern Railroad, as the Cornelius McElhenny Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating State Bridge No. 53-0054-0290-0143 located on S.R. 54 in Mahanoy Township, Schuylkill County, over the Reading and Northern Railroad, as the Cornelius McElhenny Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2398/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2398","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":427568,"bill_number":"HB2399","title":"Further providing for distribution of unconventional gas well fee; providing for the establishment, implementation and administration of the Marcellus Shale Job Creation Tax Credit; and imposing additional duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development.","description":"An Act amending Titles 58 (Oil and Gas) and 72 (Taxation and Fiscal Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for distribution of unconventional gas well fee; providing for the establishment, implementation and administration of the Marcellus Shale Job Creation Tax Credit; and imposing additional duties on the Department of Community and Economic Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2399/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2399","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":427583,"bill_number":"HR738","title":"Urging courts of common pleas to act on their statutory duty to review cemetery accounts.","description":"A Resolution urging courts of common pleas to act on their statutory duty to review cemetery accounts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR738/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=738","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":427600,"bill_number":"HR739","title":"Designating the month of June 2012 as \"Corrections Officers and Employees Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of June 2012 as \"Corrections Officers and Employees Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR739/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=739","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":427616,"bill_number":"HR740","title":"Designating the week of May 13 through 19, 2012, as \"Healthy Families 2012 Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 13 through 19, 2012, as \"Healthy Families 2012 Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR740/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=740","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":427634,"bill_number":"SB1521","title":"In registration of vehicles, further providing for use of farm vehicle plates.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration of vehicles, further providing for use of farm vehicle plates.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1521/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1521","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":427649,"bill_number":"SB1522","title":"In Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, providing for early parole of inmates subject to Federal removal order.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, providing for early parole of inmates subject to Federal removal order.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1522/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1522","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":427666,"bill_number":"SB1523","title":"Providing for Holocaust, genocide and human rights violations instruction.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for Holocaust, genocide and human rights violations instruction.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1523/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1523","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":427681,"bill_number":"SB1524","title":"Further providing for reinsurance credits.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, further providing for reinsurance credits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1524/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1524","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":427697,"bill_number":"SB1526","title":"In film production tax credits, further providing for definitions, for carrying and assignment, for limitations and for pass-through entities.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in film production tax credits, further providing for definitions, for carrying and assignment, for limitations and for pass-through entities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1526/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1526","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":427719,"bill_number":"HB2400","title":"Further providing for definitions, for exceptions to prohibition of interception and disclosure of communications, for possession, sale, distribution, manufacture or advertisement of electronic, mechanical or other devices, for issuance of order and effect; providing for target-specific orders; and further providing for emergency hostage and barricade situations, for investigative disclosure or use of contents of wire, electronic or oral communications or derivative evidence, for requirements for governmental access, for cost reimbursement, for mobile tracking devices, for application for an order for use of certain devices and for issuance of an order for use of certain devices.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for exceptions to prohibition of interception and disclosure of communications, for possession, sale, distribution, manufacture or advertisement of electronic, mechanical or other devices, for issuance of order and effect; providing for target-specific orders; and further providing for emergency hostage and barricade situations, for investigative disclosure or use of contents of wire, electronic or oral communications or derivative evidence, for requirements for governmental access, for cost reimbursement, for mobile tracking devices, for application for an order for use of certain devices and for issuance of an order for use of certain devices.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Act No. 202","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2400/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2400","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":427743,"bill_number":"HB2401","title":"Establishing the Commonwealth Health Insurance Interchange.","description":"An Act establishing the Commonwealth Health Insurance Interchange.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2401/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2401","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":427767,"bill_number":"HB2402","title":"Providing for industry partnership tax credits.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for industry partnership tax credits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2402/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2402","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":427791,"bill_number":"HR741","title":"Honoring Hines Ward for his distinguished career with the Pittsburgh Steelers.","description":"A Resolution honoring Hines Ward for his distinguished career with the Pittsburgh Steelers.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR741/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=741","sponsor":"Sam Smith"},
{"bill_id":427801,"bill_number":"SR317","title":"Designating the week of May 21 through 27, 2012, as \"Juror Appreciation Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 21 through 27, 2012, as \"Juror Appreciation Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR317/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=317","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":427845,"bill_number":"SR316","title":"Designating the week of May 20 through 26, 2012, as \"Emergency Medical Services Week\" and May 23, 2012, as \"Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Day,\" with the theme, \"EMS: More Than a Job, A Calling,\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of May 20 through 26, 2012, as \"Emergency Medical Services Week\" and May 23, 2012, as \"Emergency Medical Services for Children (EMSC) Day,\" with the theme, \"EMS: More Than a Job, A Calling,\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-21","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-21","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR316/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=316","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":427894,"bill_number":"SB161","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for criteria for institutions of purely public charity.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for criteria for institutions of purely public charity.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB161/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=161","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":427989,"bill_number":"HB2403","title":"Further providing for definitions and for administrative duties of board.","description":"An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for administrative duties of board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2403/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2403","sponsor":"Gordon Denlinger"},
{"bill_id":428025,"bill_number":"HB2404","title":"Providing for second class county real property assessment and tax elimination; and imposing duties on the Department of Revenue.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, providing for second class county real property assessment and tax elimination; and imposing duties on the Department of Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2404/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2404","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":428063,"bill_number":"HR742","title":"Designating the month of July 2012 as \"MECP2 Duplication Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of July 2012 as \"MECP2 Duplication Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR742/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=742","sponsor":"David Hickernell"},
{"bill_id":428101,"bill_number":"HR743","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Jewish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Jewish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR743/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=743","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":428139,"bill_number":"HB2405","title":"Providing for prioritization of public funds to certain health care entities and for enforcement.","description":"An Act providing for prioritization of public funds to certain health care entities and for enforcement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2405/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2405","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":428153,"bill_number":"HB2406","title":"Authorizing and directing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Susquehanna Township, certain lands in Susquehanna Township, Dauphin County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to remove the restrictions imposed on certain lands situate in the City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County; authorizing Indiana University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher Education, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Armstrong County Industrial Development Council, or its assigns, a permanent easement across certain lands situate in South Buffalo Township, Armstrong County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Winebrenner Theological Seminary certain lands and improvements situate in Greene Township, Franklin County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Erie Art Museum, certain lands situate in the City of Erie, Erie County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Erie Art Museum, certain lands situate in the City of Erie, Erie County; and authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to West Branch Regional Authority, certain lands situate in Clinton Township, Lycoming County.","description":"An Act authorizing and directing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Susquehanna Township, certain lands in Susquehanna Township, Dauphin County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to remove the restrictions imposed on certain lands situate in the City of Philadelphia, Philadelphia County; authorizing Indiana University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher Education, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Armstrong County Industrial Development Council, or its assigns, a permanent easement across certain lands situate in South Buffalo Township, Armstrong County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Winebrenner Theological Seminary certain lands and improvements situate in Greene Township, Franklin County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Erie Art Museum, certain lands situate in the City of Erie, Erie County; authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Erie Art Museum, certain lands situate in the City of Erie, Erie County; and authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to West Branch Regional Authority, certain lands situate in Clinton Township, Lycoming County.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 120","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2406/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2406","sponsor":"Susan Helm"},
{"bill_id":428168,"bill_number":"HB2408","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to West Branch Regional Authority, certain lands situate in Clinton Township, Lycoming County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to West Branch Regional Authority, certain lands situate in Clinton Township, Lycoming County.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2408/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2408","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":428183,"bill_number":"SR318","title":"Honoring Hines Ward for his distinguished career in the National Football League as a wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers and his outstanding contributions to society as a representative of the Pittsburgh Steelers, the City of Pittsburgh and this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution honoring Hines Ward for his distinguished career in the National Football League as a wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers and his outstanding contributions to society as a representative of the Pittsburgh Steelers, the City of Pittsburgh and this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR318/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=318","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":428196,"bill_number":"SR319","title":"Commending the Pennsylvania Academy of Audiology for its efforts to educate Pennsylvanians about the importance of having regular hearing screenings, and recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Better Hearing Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commending the Pennsylvania Academy of Audiology for its efforts to educate Pennsylvanians about the importance of having regular hearing screenings, and recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Better Hearing Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-22","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-22","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR319/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=319","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":428202,"bill_number":"SR321","title":"Recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Older Americans Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of May 2012 as \"Older Americans Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR321/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=321","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":428223,"bill_number":"SR320","title":"Designating the month of May 2012 as \"Egg Month\" in Pennsylvania and recognizing Pennsylvania's strong poultry industry which contributes to this Commonwealth's economy and provides residents with a bountiful supply of eggs that contributes to improving their health.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of May 2012 as \"Egg Month\" in Pennsylvania and recognizing Pennsylvania's strong poultry industry which contributes to this Commonwealth's economy and provides residents with a bountiful supply of eggs that contributes to improving their health.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-05-23","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-05-23","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR320/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=320","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":428249,"bill_number":"SB1528","title":"Further providing for definitions, for creation of board, for requirements for licensure, for practice and referral, for renewal of license and for refusal, suspension or revocation of license; and providing for impaired professionals program.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 15, 1982 (P.L.502, No.140), known as the Occupational Therapy Practice Act, further providing for definitions, for creation of board, for requirements for licensure, for practice and referral, for renewal of license and for refusal, suspension or revocation of license; and providing for impaired professionals program.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 138","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1528/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1528","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":428275,"bill_number":"HR744","title":"Honoring the life and service of Francis S. \"Frank\" Langianese, Lewis Run Borough Council President, and extending condolences to his family and friends.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and service of Francis S. \"Frank\" Langianese, Lewis Run Borough Council President, and extending condolences to his family and friends.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR744/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=744","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":428300,"bill_number":"HB2407","title":"In criminal history for employees, further providing for information relating to prospective facility personnel.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 6, 1987 (P.L.381, No.79), known as the Older Adults Protective Services Act, in criminal history for employees, further providing for information relating to prospective facility personnel.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 175","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2407/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2407","sponsor":"Joseph Hackett"},
{"bill_id":428340,"bill_number":"HB2410","title":"Further providing for local option.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for local option.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2410/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2410","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":428442,"bill_number":"HR745","title":"Urging the Department of Environmental Protection to establish an evaluation and approval process for the use of acid mine drainage in the extraction of natural gas.","description":"A Resolution urging the Department of Environmental Protection to establish an evaluation and approval process for the use of acid mine drainage in the extraction of natural gas.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR745/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=745","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":428467,"bill_number":"HB2416","title":"In development, further providing for definitions, for well permits and for well location restrictions; and providing for disposal of wastewater from oil and gas activities targeting unconventional shale formations and for cumulative impacts study.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in development, further providing for definitions, for well permits and for well location restrictions; and providing for disposal of wastewater from oil and gas activities targeting unconventional shale formations and for cumulative impacts study.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2416/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2416","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":428492,"bill_number":"HB2415","title":"In development, further providing for hydraulic fracturing chemical disclosure requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in development, further providing for hydraulic fracturing chemical disclosure requirements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2415/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2415","sponsor":"Matthew Bradford"},
{"bill_id":428516,"bill_number":"HB2414","title":"In development, further providing for well permits, for comments by municipalities and storage operators, for well location restrictions, for protection of water supplies, for well reporting requirements, for bonding and for criminal and civil penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in development, further providing for well permits, for comments by municipalities and storage operators, for well location restrictions, for protection of water supplies, for well reporting requirements, for bonding and for criminal and civil penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2414/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2414","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":428543,"bill_number":"HB2413","title":"In unconventional gas well fee, further providing for definitions, for fee, for administration, for well information, for duties of the Department of Environmental Protection and the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, for enforcement, for enforcement orders, for administrative penalties, for recordkeeping, for examinations, for distribution of fee and for Statewide initiatives; providing for duties of the Department of Revenue; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in unconventional gas well fee, further providing for definitions, for fee, for administration, for well information, for duties of the Department of Environmental Protection and the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, for enforcement, for enforcement orders, for administrative penalties, for recordkeeping, for examinations, for distribution of fee and for Statewide initiatives; providing for duties of the Department of Revenue; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2413/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2413","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":428568,"bill_number":"HB2412","title":"In local ordinances relating to oil and gas operations, further providing for uniformity of local ordinances.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in local ordinances relating to oil and gas operations, further providing for uniformity of local ordinances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2412/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2412","sponsor":"Frank Dermody"},
{"bill_id":428592,"bill_number":"HB2411","title":"Further providing for the payment of death benefits to members of the Pennsylvania Civil Air Patrol.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1976 (P.L.424, No.101), referred to as the Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefits Act, further providing for the payment of death benefits to members of the Pennsylvania Civil Air Patrol.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2411/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2411","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":428838,"bill_number":"HB2417","title":"Providing for successor business entity liability.","description":"An Act providing for successor business entity liability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2417/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2417","sponsor":"Frank Farry"},
{"bill_id":428842,"bill_number":"SB1520","title":"Consolidating the Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes Act; consolidating the Institutions of Purely Public Charity Act; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 10 (Charities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, consolidating the Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes Act; consolidating the Institutions of Purely Public Charity Act; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-29","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1520/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1520","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":428844,"bill_number":"SB1525","title":"Further providing for creation of neighborhood improvement district.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 20, 2000 (P.L.949, No.130), known as the Neighborhood Improvement District Act, further providing for creation of neighborhood improvement district.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-29","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1525/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1525","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":428848,"bill_number":"SB1529","title":"Providing for sentencing for offenses committed in association with a criminal street gang.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for sentencing for offenses committed in association with a criminal street gang.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-29","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1529/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1529","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":428851,"bill_number":"SB1530","title":"Further providing for Office for Safe Schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for Office for Safe Schools.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-29","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1530/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1530","sponsor":"John Yudichak"},
{"bill_id":428854,"bill_number":"SB1531","title":"In State Veterans' Commission and Deputy Adjutant General for Veterans' Affairs, providing for funds for Veterans' Trust Fund; in registration of vehicles, providing for contributions to Veterans' Trust Fund; and, in registration of vehicles, further providing for special plates for veterans.","description":"An Act amending Titles 51 (Military Affairs) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in State Veterans' Commission and Deputy Adjutant General for Veterans' Affairs, providing for funds for Veterans' Trust Fund; in registration of vehicles, providing for contributions to Veterans' Trust Fund; and, in registration of vehicles, further providing for special plates for veterans.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 194","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1531/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1531","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":428858,"bill_number":"SB1532","title":"In inspection of vehicles, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inspection of vehicles, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1532/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1532","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":428860,"bill_number":"SB1534","title":"Further providing for the regulation of the practice of speech-language pathology and audiology; repealing certain provisions; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 21, 1984 (P.L.1253, No.238), known as the Speech-Language and Hearing Licensure Act, further providing for the regulation of the practice of speech-language pathology and audiology; repealing certain provisions; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-29","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1534/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1534","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":428864,"bill_number":"SB1535","title":"In rules of evidence, further providing for subpoena of records.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in rules of evidence, further providing for subpoena of records.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 139","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1535/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1535","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":428865,"bill_number":"SB1536","title":"Abolishing the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs and transferring its powers and duties to the Department of Health.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, abolishing the Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs and transferring its powers and duties to the Department of Health.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-29","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-05-29","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1536/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1536","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":428868,"bill_number":"HB2420","title":"In consolidated county assessment, further providing for exemptions from taxation, for notices, appeals and certification of values and for appeals to court and providing for grantees of real property to register deed with chief assessor.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in consolidated county assessment, further providing for exemptions from taxation, for notices, appeals and certification of values and for appeals to court and providing for grantees of real property to register deed with chief assessor.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2420/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2420","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":428959,"bill_number":"HB2419","title":"Further providing for the Criminal Justice Enhancement Account.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the Criminal Justice Enhancement Account.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2419/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2419","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":429050,"bill_number":"HB2418","title":"Further providing for reimbursement of district attorney compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for reimbursement of district attorney compensation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2418/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2418","sponsor":"Mauree Gingrich"},
{"bill_id":429190,"bill_number":"HB2425","title":"Further providing for reports by police.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for reports by police.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2425/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2425","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":429217,"bill_number":"HB2424","title":"Further providing for methods of voter registration; providing for electronic voter registration application; and further providing for preparation and distribution of applications.","description":"An Act amending Title 25 (Elections) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for methods of voter registration; providing for electronic voter registration application; and further providing for preparation and distribution of applications.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2424/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2424","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":429247,"bill_number":"HB2423","title":"Further providing for requirements relating to voter identification.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for requirements relating to voter identification.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2423/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2423","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":429276,"bill_number":"HB2422","title":"Further providing for issuance and content of driver's license.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for issuance and content of driver's license.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2422/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2422","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":429306,"bill_number":"HB2421","title":"In officers, directors and members, further providing for manner of giving notice.","description":"An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in officers, directors and members, further providing for manner of giving notice.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2421/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2421","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":429345,"bill_number":"SR322","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the Department of Public Welfare's usage of electronic benefit transfer cards as a means of conveying benefits and to analyze whether biometric smart cards containing a photograph and other identifying information would generate State savings, deter fraudulent activities and more efficiently transfer the payment to the recipient.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study the Department of Public Welfare's usage of electronic benefit transfer cards as a means of conveying benefits and to analyze whether biometric smart cards containing a photograph and other identifying information would generate State savings, deter fraudulent activities and more efficiently transfer the payment to the recipient.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR322/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=322","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":429354,"bill_number":"SB1542","title":"Making extensive reenactments, revisions and additions by: in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in administrative provisions, further providing for the Department of Health; in health systems, further providing for the Health Policy Board and its functions and for Statewide planning; establishing the Certificate of Need Review Board; in administration, further providing for regulations and for orders; in certificate of need, further providing for requirement and review, for operation, for procedure, for public meetings, for good cause, for information, for review criteria, for monitoring and expiration, for emergencies, for notice of termination, for review of activities and for sanctions; in health care facility licensing, further providing for issuance; and in miscellaneous provisions, further providing for existing facilities and institutions, for fees and for expiration.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 19, 1979 (P.L.130, No.48), known as the Health Care Facilities Act, making extensive reenactments, revisions and additions by: in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in administrative provisions, further providing for the Department of Health; in health systems, further providing for the Health Policy Board and its functions and for Statewide planning; establishing the Certificate of Need Review Board; in administration, further providing for regulations and for orders; in certificate of need, further providing for requirement and review, for operation, for procedure, for public meetings, for good cause, for information, for review criteria, for monitoring and expiration, for emergencies, for notice of termination, for review of activities and for sanctions; in health care facility licensing, further providing for issuance; and in miscellaneous provisions, further providing for existing facilities and institutions, for fees and for expiration.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1542/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1542","sponsor":"Jim Ferlo"},
{"bill_id":429368,"bill_number":"SB1541","title":"In tax for education, further providing for licenses; in payment of tax, further providing for discount; in assessment and collection of tax, further providing for assessment; in interest, additions, penalties and crimes, providing for failure to timely remit tax collected; in personal income tax, further providing for definitions and for taxability of partners, providing for tax treatment determined at partnership level and for tax imposed at partnership level, further providing for income of a Pennsylvania S corporation, for tax withheld and for requirement of withholding tax, providing for requirement of withholding tax for nonemployers, further providing for information statement, providing for information statement for nonemployer payors and for information statement for nonemployer payees, further providing for time for filing employers' returns, for payment of taxes withheld, for employers liability for withheld taxes, for employer's failure to withhold, for designation of third parties to perform acts required of employers, for general rule, for amount of withholding tax and for treatment of nonresident partners, members or shareholders, providing for withholding on income from oil and gas interests and for annual withholding statement, further providing for return of Pennsylvania S corporation, for requirements concerning returns, notices, records and statements, for assessment, for additions, penalties and fees and providing for failure to timely remit tax withheld; in corporate net income tax, further providing for assessments; in realty transfer tax, further providing for assessment and notice of tax and review; in cigarette tax, further providing for disposition of certain funds; in malt beverage tax, further providing for assessment by department; in general provisions, providing for administrative bank attachment for accounts of obligors to the Commonwealth, for tax delinquent placard and for additional citation authority; and providing for applicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in tax for education, further providing for licenses; in payment of tax, further providing for discount; in assessment and collection of tax, further providing for assessment; in interest, additions, penalties and crimes, providing for failure to timely remit tax collected; in personal income tax, further providing for definitions and for taxability of partners, providing for tax treatment determined at partnership level and for tax imposed at partnership level, further providing for income of a Pennsylvania S corporation, for tax withheld and for requirement of withholding tax, providing for requirement of withholding tax for nonemployers, further providing for information statement, providing for information statement for nonemployer payors and for information statement for nonemployer payees, further providing for time for filing employers' returns, for payment of taxes withheld, for employers liability for withheld taxes, for employer's failure to withhold, for designation of third parties to perform acts required of employers, for general rule, for amount of withholding tax and for treatment of nonresident partners, members or shareholders, providing for withholding on income from oil and gas interests and for annual withholding statement, further providing for return of Pennsylvania S corporation, for requirements concerning returns, notices, records and statements, for assessment, for additions, penalties and fees and providing for failure to timely remit tax withheld; in corporate net income tax, further providing for assessments; in realty transfer tax, further providing for assessment and notice of tax and review; in cigarette tax, further providing for disposition of certain funds; in malt beverage tax, further providing for assessment by department; in general provisions, providing for administrative bank attachment for accounts of obligors to the Commonwealth, for tax delinquent placard and for additional citation authority; and providing for applicability.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1541/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1541","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":429383,"bill_number":"SB1539","title":"In emergency management services, further providing for definitions and for purposes of part; providing for penalty for false application; extensively revising provisions relating to Commonwealth services and to local organizations and services; further providing for disaster duties, for acceptance, for interstate arrangements, for immunity, for special powers, for workers' compensation and for penalties; providing for authority of Federal law enforcement officers, for confidentiality, for adverse interests and for public health emergency measures; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in emergency management services, further providing for definitions and for purposes of part; providing for penalty for false application; extensively revising provisions relating to Commonwealth services and to local organizations and services; further providing for disaster duties, for acceptance, for interstate arrangements, for immunity, for special powers, for workers' compensation and for penalties; providing for authority of Federal law enforcement officers, for confidentiality, for adverse interests and for public health emergency measures; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1539/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1539","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":429397,"bill_number":"SB1538","title":"Providing for punitive damages study; and imposing duties on the Insurance Commissioner.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, providing for punitive damages study; and imposing duties on the Insurance Commissioner.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1538/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1538","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":429411,"bill_number":"SB1537","title":"In consolidated county assessment, further providing for exemptions from taxation.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in consolidated county assessment, further providing for exemptions from taxation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1537/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1537","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":429427,"bill_number":"SB1516","title":"Providing for assessments in cities of the first class.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for assessments in cities of the first class.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1516/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1516","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":429443,"bill_number":"SB1504","title":"Further providing for conditions of deferral or exemption.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 13, 1988 (P.L.1190, No.146), known as the First and Second Class County Property Tax Relief Act, further providing for conditions of deferral or exemption.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1504/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1504","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":429456,"bill_number":"SB1495","title":"Providing for the definition of \"costs of construction\"; and further providing for right to lien and amount and priority of lien and for discharge or reduction of lien on payment into court or entry of security.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 24, 1963 (P.L.1175, No.497), known as the Mechanics' Lien Law of 1963, providing for the definition of \"costs of construction\"; and further providing for right to lien and amount and priority of lien and for discharge or reduction of lien on payment into court or entry of security.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1495/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1495","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":429472,"bill_number":"HR747","title":"Recognizing the Pennsylvania Association of Agricultural Educators for its significant accomplishment during the 2011-2012 legislative session and celebrating the association's 65th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the Pennsylvania Association of Agricultural Educators for its significant accomplishment during the 2011-2012 legislative session and celebrating the association's 65th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR747/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=747","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":429487,"bill_number":"HR746","title":"Honoring the life of Dr. Joseph \"Doc\" Mattioli, founder and chairman of the board of Pocono Raceway, who died January 26, 2012.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of Dr. Joseph \"Doc\" Mattioli, founder and chairman of the board of Pocono Raceway, who died January 26, 2012.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR746/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=746","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":429501,"bill_number":"HB2426","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-05-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-05-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2426/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2426","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":429563,"bill_number":"HR748","title":"Designating June 5, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Motorsports Day at the Capitol.\"","description":"A Resolution designating June 5, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Motorsports Day at the Capitol.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR748/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=748","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":429586,"bill_number":"HB2428","title":"In licensing of drivers, further providing for issuance and content of driver's licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, further providing for issuance and content of driver's licenses.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 176","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2428/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2428","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":429618,"bill_number":"SB1546","title":"Codifying the State Tax Equalization Board Law into the act; further providing for creation of board, for membership, for general powers and duties and common level ratio; providing for publication of information by board funding contingency; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 1996 (P.L.403, No.58), known as the Community and Economic Development Enhancement Act, codifying the State Tax Equalization Board Law into the act; further providing for creation of board, for membership, for general powers and duties and common level ratio; providing for publication of information by board funding contingency; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Re-reported on concurrence, as committed","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1546/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1546","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":429626,"bill_number":"SB1545","title":"Amending the title of the act; further providing for conflicts of interest and penalty; reorganizing the Department of Banking and the Pennsylvania Securities Commission; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 15, 1933 (P.L.565, No.111), known as the Department of Banking Code, amending the title of the act; further providing for conflicts of interest and penalty; reorganizing the Department of Banking and the Pennsylvania Securities Commission; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1545/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1545","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":429634,"bill_number":"HR749","title":"Congratulating Letterkenny Army Depot on its 70th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution congratulating Letterkenny Army Depot on its 70th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR749/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=749","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":429642,"bill_number":"HB2429","title":"Providing for special permits for breweries.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, providing for special permits for breweries.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2429/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2429","sponsor":"Dante Santoni"},
{"bill_id":429675,"bill_number":"HB2430","title":"Further providing for school bus requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for school bus requirements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2430/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2430","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":429680,"bill_number":"HB2431","title":"Further providing for rate and amount of compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for rate and amount of compensation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-06-04","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2431/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2431","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":429686,"bill_number":"HB2432","title":"Providing for equipment donation tax credit.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for equipment donation tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2432/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2432","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":429691,"bill_number":"HB2434","title":"Providing for Pennsylvania Venture Capital Fund and imposing duties on the Treasury Department.","description":"An Act amending Title 64 (Public Authorities and Quasi-Public Corporations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for Pennsylvania Venture Capital Fund and imposing duties on the Treasury Department.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2434/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2434","sponsor":"Michael Gerber"},
{"bill_id":429696,"bill_number":"HR750","title":"Memorializing the President and the Congress of the United States to provide for the storage of used nuclear fuel.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the President and the Congress of the United States to provide for the storage of used nuclear fuel.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR750/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=750","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":429697,"bill_number":"HR755","title":"Recognizing the month of August 2012 as \"Adrenoleukodystrophy Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging research on adrenoleukodystrophy to be conducted.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of August 2012 as \"Adrenoleukodystrophy Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging research on adrenoleukodystrophy to be conducted.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR755/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=755","sponsor":"Richard Geist"},
{"bill_id":429701,"bill_number":"HR754","title":"Designating August 2012 as \"Native American Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating August 2012 as \"Native American Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR754/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=754","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":429705,"bill_number":"HR753","title":"Commemorating the 195th consecutive Fourth of July celebration held by the Borough of Lititz in Lititz Springs Park.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 195th consecutive Fourth of July celebration held by the Borough of Lititz in Lititz Springs Park.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR753/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=753","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":429710,"bill_number":"HR752","title":"Honoring Todd Peck for his success in the racing industry.","description":"A Resolution honoring Todd Peck for his success in the racing industry.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR752/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=752","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":429715,"bill_number":"HR751","title":"Observing June 2012 as \"Gary Lukasiewicz 'Keep Fighting Gary' Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing June 2012 as \"Gary Lukasiewicz 'Keep Fighting Gary' Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR751/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=751","sponsor":"Sid Kavulich"},
{"bill_id":429719,"bill_number":"HB2438","title":"Amending the title of the act; further providing for conflicts of interest and penalty; reorganizing the Department of Banking and the Pennsylvania Securities Commission; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 15, 1933 (P.L.565, No.111), known as the Department of Banking Code, amending the title of the act; further providing for conflicts of interest and penalty; reorganizing the Department of Banking and the Pennsylvania Securities Commission; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Act No. 86","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2438/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2438","sponsor":"Michael Fleck"},
{"bill_id":429724,"bill_number":"HB2437","title":"Further providing for reinsurance credits, for definitions, for acquisition of control of or merger or consolidation with domestic insurer, for acquisitions involving insurers not otherwise covered, for registration of insurers, for standards and management of an insurer within a holding company system and for examination; providing for supervisory colleges and for group-wide supervision for international insurance groups; further providing for confidential treatment, for rules and regulations, for injunctions and certain prohibitions and for sanctions.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, further providing for reinsurance credits, for definitions, for acquisition of control of or merger or consolidation with domestic insurer, for acquisitions involving insurers not otherwise covered, for registration of insurers, for standards and management of an insurer within a holding company system and for examination; providing for supervisory colleges and for group-wide supervision for international insurance groups; further providing for confidential treatment, for rules and regulations, for injunctions and certain prohibitions and for sanctions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2437/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2437","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":429729,"bill_number":"HB2436","title":"In roads, streets, bridges and highways, further providing for permits.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.103, No.69), known as The Second Class Township Code, in roads, streets, bridges and highways, further providing for permits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2436/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2436","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":429733,"bill_number":"HB2435","title":"Further providing for limitations on certain unreserved fund balances.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for limitations on certain unreserved fund balances.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2435/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2435","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":429739,"bill_number":"HB2433","title":"Further providing for Commonwealth reimbursements for charter schools and cyber charter schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for Commonwealth reimbursements for charter schools and cyber charter schools.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-04","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2433/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2433","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":429743,"bill_number":"HB2364","title":"In charter schools, further providing for definitions, for powers of Board of Trustees, for funding for charter schools, for annual reports and assessments, for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions, for enrollment and notification and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations; and providing for requirements, for duties of administrators, for notification and for actual costs of education services.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, further providing for definitions, for powers of Board of Trustees, for funding for charter schools, for annual reports and assessments, for cyber charter school requirements and prohibitions, for enrollment and notification and for applicability of other provisions of this act and of other acts and regulations; and providing for requirements, for duties of administrators, for notification and for actual costs of education services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-05","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-05","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2364/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2364","sponsor":"Michael Fleck"},
{"bill_id":429760,"bill_number":"SR323","title":"Honoring the life of former Senator Charles D. Lemmond, Jr., and extending condolences to his family.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of former Senator Charles D. Lemmond, Jr., and extending condolences to his family.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-04","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR323/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=323","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":429767,"bill_number":"HR756","title":"Designating June 15, 2012, as \"Elder Abuse Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating June 15, 2012, as \"Elder Abuse Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR756/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=756","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":429778,"bill_number":"HB2439","title":"Providing for matriculating veteran students to receive a course scheduling preference at public institutions of higher education.","description":"An Act providing for matriculating veteran students to receive a course scheduling preference at public institutions of higher education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2439/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2439","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":429803,"bill_number":"HB2440","title":"Further providing for parole power.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for parole power.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2440/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2440","sponsor":"Bryan Barbin"},
{"bill_id":429811,"bill_number":"HB2441","title":"In burglary and other criminal intrusion, further providing for the offense of burglary; in Pennsylvania Commission on Sentencing, further providing for powers and duties and for publication of guidelines; in sentencing, further providing for sentences for second and subsequent offenses, for sentencing generally and for sentence of county intermediate punishment; providing for court-imposed sanctions for offenders violating probation; further providing for county intermediate punishment programs; in visitation, further providing for general provisions; in inmate prerelease plans, providing for time eligibility for prerelease; in motivational boot camp, further providing for definitions and for selection of inmate participants; in State intermediate punishment, further providing for definitions and for referral to State intermediate punishment program; in recidivism risk reduction incentive, further providing for definitions; establishing the Safe Community Reentry Program; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole and the Department of Corrections.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in burglary and other criminal intrusion, further providing for the offense of burglary; in Pennsylvania Commission on Sentencing, further providing for powers and duties and for publication of guidelines; in sentencing, further providing for sentences for second and subsequent offenses, for sentencing generally and for sentence of county intermediate punishment; providing for court-imposed sanctions for offenders violating probation; further providing for county intermediate punishment programs; in visitation, further providing for general provisions; in inmate prerelease plans, providing for time eligibility for prerelease; in motivational boot camp, further providing for definitions and for selection of inmate participants; in State intermediate punishment, further providing for definitions and for referral to State intermediate punishment program; in recidivism risk reduction incentive, further providing for definitions; establishing the Safe Community Reentry Program; and providing for the powers and duties of the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole and the Department of Corrections.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2441/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2441","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":429823,"bill_number":"HB2442","title":"In State System of Higher Education, further providing for power and duties of institution presidents.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State System of Higher Education, further providing for power and duties of institution presidents.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2442/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2442","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":429831,"bill_number":"HB2443","title":"In State System of Higher Education, prohibiting free or reduced tuition for family members of employees.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State System of Higher Education, prohibiting free or reduced tuition for family members of employees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2443/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2443","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":429841,"bill_number":"HB2444","title":"In State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State System of Higher Education, further providing for project contracts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2444/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2444","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":429849,"bill_number":"HB2445","title":"In State System of Higher Education, further providing for chancellor and for powers and duties of the Board of Governors.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State System of Higher Education, further providing for chancellor and for powers and duties of the Board of Governors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2445/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2445","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":429861,"bill_number":"HB2446","title":"In State System of Higher Education, prohibiting paid sabbaticals.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State System of Higher Education, prohibiting paid sabbaticals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2446/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2446","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":429871,"bill_number":"HB2447","title":"In State System of Higher Education, further providing for chancellor and for powers and duties of the Board of Governors.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State System of Higher Education, further providing for chancellor and for powers and duties of the Board of Governors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2447/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2447","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":429880,"bill_number":"HB2449","title":"In State System of Higher Education, further providing for chancellor and for powers and duties of the Board of Governors.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State System of Higher Education, further providing for chancellor and for powers and duties of the Board of Governors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2449/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2449","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":429890,"bill_number":"HB2450","title":"Providing for payment to certain students at State system universities; establishing the Responsible Students First Grant Fund; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Education and the Secretary of Education; establishing the Job-ready Major Evaluation Advisory Committee; and providing for the powers and duties of the committee.","description":"An Act providing for payment to certain students at State system universities; establishing the Responsible Students First Grant Fund; providing for the powers and duties of the Department of Education and the Secretary of Education; establishing the Job-ready Major Evaluation Advisory Committee; and providing for the powers and duties of the committee.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2450/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2450","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":429899,"bill_number":"HR757","title":"Recognizing the 237th anniversary of the founding of the United States Army.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 237th anniversary of the founding of the United States Army.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR757/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=757","sponsor":"William Kortz"},
{"bill_id":429907,"bill_number":"SB1551","title":"In scenic byways, providing for the designation of the 8.6 mile U.S. Route 202 Parkway between State Route 63 (Welsh Road) and State Route 611 in Montgomery and Bucks Counties as a scenic byway; and designating a bridge on that portion of U.S. Route 202 Parkway over Pennsylvania Route 309, Montgomery Township, Montgomery County, as the Chief Richard J. Brady Bridge.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in scenic byways, providing for the designation of the 8.6 mile U.S. Route 202 Parkway between State Route 63 (Welsh Road) and State Route 611 in Montgomery and Bucks Counties as a scenic byway; and designating a bridge on that portion of U.S. Route 202 Parkway over Pennsylvania Route 309, Montgomery Township, Montgomery County, as the Chief Richard J. Brady Bridge.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-07-05","last_action":"Act No. 140","last_action_date":"2012-07-05","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1551/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1551","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":429946,"bill_number":"HB2451","title":"Providing for prohibition on raising tuition.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for prohibition on raising tuition.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-07","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2451/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2451","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":429952,"bill_number":"HB2452","title":"Further providing for power and duties of institution presidents.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for power and duties of institution presidents.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-07","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-07","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2452/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2452","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":429957,"bill_number":"HR758","title":"Recognizing the Borough of Bath on the occasion of the 275th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the Borough of Bath on the occasion of the 275th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR758/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=758","sponsor":"Marcia Hahn"},
{"bill_id":429963,"bill_number":"HR759","title":"Honoring Mt. Lebanon School District on the 100th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution honoring Mt. Lebanon School District on the 100th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR759/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=759","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":429965,"bill_number":"HR760","title":"Recognizing the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta, which will take place June 30 through July 4, 2012, in the City of Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the Pittsburgh Three Rivers Regatta, which will take place June 30 through July 4, 2012, in the City of Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR760/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=760","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":429975,"bill_number":"HB2455","title":"Providing for termination of county services.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for termination of county services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-07","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-06-07","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2455/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2455","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":429981,"bill_number":"SB1527","title":"Providing for actions for costs of care of seized animals.","description":"An Act providing for actions for costs of care of seized animals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1527/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1527","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":429988,"bill_number":"SB1533","title":"Providing for additional certificates and medallions for wheelchair-accessible taxicabs; and establishing the Wheelchair-Accessible Taxicab Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for additional certificates and medallions for wheelchair-accessible taxicabs; and establishing the Wheelchair-Accessible Taxicab Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1533/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1533","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":429994,"bill_number":"SB1543","title":"Providing for investment activities in Iran; and imposing civil penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for investment activities in Iran; and imposing civil penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1543/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1543","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":430002,"bill_number":"SB1547","title":"Changing the rate of commission.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 20, 1919 (P.L.521, No.258), referred to as the Transfer Inheritance Tax Law, changing the rate of commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1547/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1547","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":430008,"bill_number":"SB1548","title":"In consolidated county assessment, further providing for exemptions from taxation, for notices, appeals and certification of values and for appeals to court and providing for grantees of real property to register deed with chief assessor.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in consolidated county assessment, further providing for exemptions from taxation, for notices, appeals and certification of values and for appeals to court and providing for grantees of real property to register deed with chief assessor.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1548/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1548","sponsor":"Robert Robbins"},
{"bill_id":430014,"bill_number":"SB1549","title":"Further providing for reimbursement of district attorney compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, further providing for reimbursement of district attorney compensation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1549/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1549","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":430021,"bill_number":"SB1550","title":"Further providing for the Criminal Justice Enhancement Account.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the Criminal Justice Enhancement Account.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1550/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1550","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":430024,"bill_number":"SB1552","title":"In sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, further providing for exclusions from tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1552/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1552","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":430031,"bill_number":"SR324","title":"Designating the month of June 2012 as \"Dairy Farmers Appreciation Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of June 2012 as \"Dairy Farmers Appreciation Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-06","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-06","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR324/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=324","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":430065,"bill_number":"HB2456","title":"Establishing the Family Caregiver Support Advisory Board within the Department of Public Welfare; and providing for its powers and duties.","description":"An Act establishing the Family Caregiver Support Advisory Board within the Department of Public Welfare; and providing for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2456/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2456","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":430077,"bill_number":"HB2457","title":"Authorizing the sale and transfer of title for Project 70 lands owned by Erie County to Springfield Township, Erie County.","description":"An Act authorizing the sale and transfer of title for Project 70 lands owned by Erie County to Springfield Township, Erie County.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2457/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2457","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":430088,"bill_number":"HB2458","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"local agency.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, further providing for the definition of \"local agency.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2458/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2458","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":430098,"bill_number":"HB2459","title":"In charter schools, further providing for funding for charter schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, further providing for funding for charter schools.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2459/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2459","sponsor":"Joseph Emrick"},
{"bill_id":430109,"bill_number":"HR761","title":"Designating the months of June, July and August 2012 as \"Summer Reading Games 2012\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the months of June, July and August 2012 as \"Summer Reading Games 2012\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR761/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=761","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":430122,"bill_number":"HR762","title":"Designating the month of June 2012 as \"Congenital Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of June 2012 as \"Congenital Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR762/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=762","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":430132,"bill_number":"HR763","title":"Designating the month of August 2012 as \"Kidney Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of August 2012 as \"Kidney Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR763/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=763","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":430143,"bill_number":"HR764","title":"Designating the month of September 2012 as \"Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2012 as \"Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR764/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=764","sponsor":"Jeffrey Pyle"},
{"bill_id":430155,"bill_number":"HR765","title":"Designating July 11, 2012, as \"Safe Haven Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating July 11, 2012, as \"Safe Haven Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR765/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=765","sponsor":"Kurt Masser"},
{"bill_id":430165,"bill_number":"HR766","title":"Designating the month of August 2012 as \"Stevens Johnson Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of August 2012 as \"Stevens Johnson Syndrome Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR766/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=766","sponsor":"Kurt Masser"},
{"bill_id":430175,"bill_number":"HR767","title":"Recognizing the outstanding contributions of the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians and all family physicians in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the outstanding contributions of the Pennsylvania Academy of Family Physicians and all family physicians in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR767/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=767","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":430184,"bill_number":"SB1544","title":"Amending the act of May 28, 1923 (P.L.458, No.250), entitled \"An act authorizing the Department of Forestry, with the approval of the Governor and Attorney General, to lease for periods of not more than fifty years, on terms, conditions, and stipulations expressed in each lease, any portions of the State forests for dams, reservoirs, canals, pipe lines and other water conduits, power houses and transmission lines, for the development of water power, for steam raising and condensation, and for the generation and transmission of electric energy,\" providing for wind, solar and other renewable energy projects.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 28, 1923 (P.L.458, No.250), entitled \"An act authorizing the Department of Forestry, with the approval of the Governor and Attorney General, to lease for periods of not more than fifty years, on terms, conditions, and stipulations expressed in each lease, any portions of the State forests for dams, reservoirs, canals, pipe lines and other water conduits, power houses and transmission lines, for the development of water power, for steam raising and condensation, and for the generation and transmission of electric energy,\" providing for wind, solar and other renewable energy projects.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-07","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1544/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1544","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":430235,"bill_number":"HB2460","title":"Designating State Route 233 from the western corporate limits of Newville Borough to State Route 11 in Cumberland County as the Marine Lance Corporal Nicholas B. Morrison Memorial Highway; designating a portion of State Route 2038 in Horsham Township, Montgomery County, as the 2LT James P. Kelly Memorial Highway; designating a bridge carrying State Route 94 over Bermudian Creek in Latimore Township, Adams County, as the Sgt. Michael C. Weigand Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge on that portion of State Route 268 and State Route 368 over the Allegheny River, in the City of Parker, Armstrong County, commonly known as the State Bridge, as the Veterans Memorial Bridge; designating the Claysville Interchange of Exit 6 on Interstate 70 in Washington County as the Sergeant Nathan P. Kennedy Memorial Interchange; designating a bridge in Carroll Township, Washington County, as the Stanley Jurgaitis Memorial Bridge; redesignating the Davis Street Bridge, over Interstate 81 at Exit 182, Moosic Borough, Lackawanna County, as the Andrew A. Pompey and Durando J. Pompey Memorial Bridge; designating the eastbound bridge carrying Interstate 90 over Six-Mile Creek in Harborcreek Township, Erie County, as the Senior Airman Bryan R. Bell Memorial Bridge; redesignating Duboistown Bridge, connecting Williamsport and Duboistown over the Susquehanna River, Lycoming County, as the Lance Corporal Abram Howard Memorial Bridge; designating State Bridge No. 36-4009-0030-0000, the bridge on Dillerville Road in the City of Lancaster, Lancaster County, as the Captain Edward Anthony Davis Memorial Bridge; designating the bridge that carries Pennsylvania Turnpike Route 43 over the Monongahela River between Denbo in the Borough of Centerville, County of Washington, and Alicia in the Township of Luzerne, County of Fayette, as the PFC Ronald C. \"Smokey\" Bakewell Memorial Bridge; designating the bridge carrying Bridge Street (State Route 4021) over Brubaker Run in the Borough of Hasting, Cambria County, as the Sergeant Derek Lee Shanfield Memorial Bridge; designating the bridge carrying Torresdale Avenue, State Route 1004, over the Pennypack Creek, in Philadelphia County, as the Paul W. Kauffman Memorial Bridge; designating a highway on a portion of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia County as the Officers O'Hanlon and Lorenzo Memorial Highway; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 376 in Moon Township, Allegheny County, commonly known as the Ewing Road interchange, as the Jack W. Wise Interchange; designating U.S. Route 62 in Venango County as the Venango County Veterans Highway; designating U.S. Route 62 in Forest County as the Forest County Veterans Highway; designating U.S. Route 62 in Warren County as the Warren County Veterans Highway; designating the portion of State Route 30, from Church Road to Rittenhouse Place, in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County, as the Master Sergeant Scott Ball Memorial Avenue; designating the bridge that crosses over the Frankstown Branch of the Juniata River on State Route 2015, also known as Yellow Springs Drive, in Catharine Township and Williamsburg Borough, Blair County, as the Williamsburg Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of State Route 837 in Union Township and New Eagle Borough, Washington County, as the Mayor George Bugaile Memorial Highway; designating the bridge carrying State Route 896 over Mill Creek in East Lampeter Township, Lancaster County, as the PFC Brandon M. Styer Memorial Bridge; designating the Uniontown to Brownsville link of Pennsylvania Turnpike Route 43, beginning with the intersection of State Route 119 in Uniontown, Fayette County, and ending at the intersection with State Route 40 in Brownsville, Fayette County, as the POW/MIA/KIA Memorial Highway; designating the bridge carrying Morris Road over the Wissahickon Creek in Whitemarsh Township, Montgomery County, as the Jack Turner Bridge; designating the Mid-County Interchange, Exit 20, on Interstate 476 on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension located in Plymouth Township, Montgomery County, as the Morris Gerber and A. Richard Gerber Memorial Interchange; designating the Marshalls Creek Bypass, U.S. Route 209 from Twin Falls Road in Smithfield Township, Monroe County, to Oak Grove Drive in Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, as the Joseph W. Battisto Bypass; designating State Route 739 in Pike County as Pike County Veterans' Way; designating a bridge on that portion of State Route 4002, Clarence Road, in Snow Shoe Township, Centre County, as the Clarence Bridge of Freedom for All Veterans; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act designating State Route 233 from the western corporate limits of Newville Borough to State Route 11 in Cumberland County as the Marine Lance Corporal Nicholas B. Morrison Memorial Highway; designating a portion of State Route 2038 in Horsham Township, Montgomery County, as the 2LT James P. Kelly Memorial Highway; designating a bridge carrying State Route 94 over Bermudian Creek in Latimore Township, Adams County, as the Sgt. Michael C. Weigand Memorial Bridge; designating a bridge on that portion of State Route 268 and State Route 368 over the Allegheny River, in the City of Parker, Armstrong County, commonly known as the State Bridge, as the Veterans Memorial Bridge; designating the Claysville Interchange of Exit 6 on Interstate 70 in Washington County as the Sergeant Nathan P. Kennedy Memorial Interchange; designating a bridge in Carroll Township, Washington County, as the Stanley Jurgaitis Memorial Bridge; redesignating the Davis Street Bridge, over Interstate 81 at Exit 182, Moosic Borough, Lackawanna County, as the Andrew A. Pompey and Durando J. Pompey Memorial Bridge; designating the eastbound bridge carrying Interstate 90 over Six-Mile Creek in Harborcreek Township, Erie County, as the Senior Airman Bryan R. Bell Memorial Bridge; redesignating Duboistown Bridge, connecting Williamsport and Duboistown over the Susquehanna River, Lycoming County, as the Lance Corporal Abram Howard Memorial Bridge; designating State Bridge No. 36-4009-0030-0000, the bridge on Dillerville Road in the City of Lancaster, Lancaster County, as the Captain Edward Anthony Davis Memorial Bridge; designating the bridge that carries Pennsylvania Turnpike Route 43 over the Monongahela River between Denbo in the Borough of Centerville, County of Washington, and Alicia in the Township of Luzerne, County of Fayette, as the PFC Ronald C. \"Smokey\" Bakewell Memorial Bridge; designating the bridge carrying Bridge Street (State Route 4021) over Brubaker Run in the Borough of Hasting, Cambria County, as the Sergeant Derek Lee Shanfield Memorial Bridge; designating the bridge carrying Torresdale Avenue, State Route 1004, over the Pennypack Creek, in Philadelphia County, as the Paul W. Kauffman Memorial Bridge; designating a highway on a portion of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia County as the Officers O'Hanlon and Lorenzo Memorial Highway; designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 376 in Moon Township, Allegheny County, commonly known as the Ewing Road interchange, as the Jack W. Wise Interchange; designating U.S. Route 62 in Venango County as the Venango County Veterans Highway; designating U.S. Route 62 in Forest County as the Forest County Veterans Highway; designating U.S. Route 62 in Warren County as the Warren County Veterans Highway; designating the portion of State Route 30, from Church Road to Rittenhouse Place, in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County, as the Master Sergeant Scott Ball Memorial Avenue; designating the bridge that crosses over the Frankstown Branch of the Juniata River on State Route 2015, also known as Yellow Springs Drive, in Catharine Township and Williamsburg Borough, Blair County, as the Williamsburg Memorial Bridge; designating a portion of State Route 837 in Union Township and New Eagle Borough, Washington County, as the Mayor George Bugaile Memorial Highway; designating the bridge carrying State Route 896 over Mill Creek in East Lampeter Township, Lancaster County, as the PFC Brandon M. Styer Memorial Bridge; designating the Uniontown to Brownsville link of Pennsylvania Turnpike Route 43, beginning with the intersection of State Route 119 in Uniontown, Fayette County, and ending at the intersection with State Route 40 in Brownsville, Fayette County, as the POW/MIA/KIA Memorial Highway; designating the bridge carrying Morris Road over the Wissahickon Creek in Whitemarsh Township, Montgomery County, as the Jack Turner Bridge; designating the Mid-County Interchange, Exit 20, on Interstate 476 on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension located in Plymouth Township, Montgomery County, as the Morris Gerber and A. Richard Gerber Memorial Interchange; designating the Marshalls Creek Bypass, U.S. Route 209 from Twin Falls Road in Smithfield Township, Monroe County, to Oak Grove Drive in Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, as the Joseph W. Battisto Bypass; designating State Route 739 in Pike County as Pike County Veterans' Way; designating a bridge on that portion of State Route 4002, Clarence Road, in Snow Shoe Township, Centre County, as the Clarence Bridge of Freedom for All Veterans; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 177","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2460/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2460","sponsor":"Stephen Bloom"},
{"bill_id":430240,"bill_number":"HB2461","title":"In voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for envelopes for official absentee ballots.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for envelopes for official absentee ballots.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2461/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2461","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":430287,"bill_number":"SB1553","title":"Authorizing Indiana University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher Education, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Armstrong County Industrial Development Council, or its assigns, a permanent easement across certain lands situate in Buffalo Township, Armstrong County.","description":"An Act authorizing Indiana University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher Education, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to the Armstrong County Industrial Development Council, or its assigns, a permanent easement across certain lands situate in Buffalo Township, Armstrong County.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1553/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1553","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":430288,"bill_number":"HR768","title":"Designating the month of August 2012 as \"Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of August 2012 as \"Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR768/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=768","sponsor":"Duane Milne"},
{"bill_id":430289,"bill_number":"HB2463","title":"Making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2463/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2463","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":430292,"bill_number":"HB2462","title":"Further providing for kindergartens and for the definition of \"compulsory school age.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for kindergartens and for the definition of \"compulsory school age.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2462/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2462","sponsor":"Patrick Harkins"},
{"bill_id":430293,"bill_number":"HB2427","title":"Providing for investment activities in Iran; and imposing civil penalties.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for investment activities in Iran; and imposing civil penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2427/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2427","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":430297,"bill_number":"SB1554","title":"Providing for wine and spirits retail license; and further providing for interlocking business prohibited.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, providing for wine and spirits retail license; and further providing for interlocking business prohibited.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1554/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1554","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":430298,"bill_number":"HR771","title":"Recognizing the year 2012 as \"The Year of Religious Diversity\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the year 2012 as \"The Year of Religious Diversity\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR771/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=771","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":430300,"bill_number":"HR770","title":"Designating July 7, 2012, as \"Combat Related Brain Injury and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating July 7, 2012, as \"Combat Related Brain Injury and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR770/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=770","sponsor":"Bryan Barbin"},
{"bill_id":430304,"bill_number":"HR769","title":"Recognizing July 2012 as \"Take a Swing Against Breast Cancer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing July 2012 as \"Take a Swing Against Breast Cancer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR769/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=769","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":430306,"bill_number":"HB2465","title":"In consolidated collection of local income taxes, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, in consolidated collection of local income taxes, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2465/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2465","sponsor":"Robert Kauffman"},
{"bill_id":430309,"bill_number":"HB2464","title":"In safe schools, further providing for policy relating to bullying; and providing for Department of Education requirements and responsibilities.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in safe schools, further providing for policy relating to bullying; and providing for Department of Education requirements and responsibilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2464/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2464","sponsor":"Thomas Quigley"},
{"bill_id":430340,"bill_number":"HB2466","title":"Providing for the collection and disposal of leftover and expired medicines and for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for the collection and disposal of leftover and expired medicines and for penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2466/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2466","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":430361,"bill_number":"HB2467","title":"In certificate of title and security interests, further providing for transfer of vehicle ownership and for certificate of salvage required.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in certificate of title and security interests, further providing for transfer of vehicle ownership and for certificate of salvage required.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 178","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2467/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2467","sponsor":"Nicholas Micozzie"},
{"bill_id":430381,"bill_number":"SR325","title":"Observing June 19, 2012, as \"Juneteenth National Freedom Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing June 19, 2012, as \"Juneteenth National Freedom Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-11","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-11","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR325/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=325","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":430390,"bill_number":"HB2453","title":"In Title 51, in employment preferences and pensions, further providing for military leaves of absence; in Title 71, in retirement for state employees and officers, further providing for definitions, for preliminary provisions and for membership, credited service, classes of service, and eligibility benefits, providing for State Employees' Defined Contribution Plan, further providing for contributions, for benefits and for administration, funds and accounts; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Titles 51 (Military Affairs) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Title 51, in employment preferences and pensions, further providing for military leaves of absence; in Title 71, in retirement for state employees and officers, further providing for definitions, for preliminary provisions and for membership, credited service, classes of service, and eligibility benefits, providing for State Employees' Defined Contribution Plan, further providing for contributions, for benefits and for administration, funds and accounts; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2453/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2453","sponsor":"Warren Kampf"},
{"bill_id":430397,"bill_number":"HB2454","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions and construction and providing for references; in retirement membership, contributions and benefits, further providing for mandatory and optional membership, credited school service, waiver of adjustments, providing for spouses rights and benefits and further providing for classes of service, elections, eligibility points, eligibility for annuities, eligibility for refunds, pickup contributions, member contributions, contributions to for purchase of credit, incomplete payments, annual compensation limit, contributions by Commonwealth, payments by employers, actuarial cost method, appropriations by Commonwealth, return of accumulated deductions, maxim single life annuity disability annuities, termination of annuities, various supplemental annuities and payment of benefits; providing for school employees' defined contribution plan; in administrative and miscellaneous provisions, further providing for the Public School Employees' Retirement Board, administrative duties of board, health insurance, advisory and reporting duties, application and election duties, duties of employers, rights and duties of school employees and members, management of fund and accounts, Public School Employees' Retirement Fund, State accumulation account, annuity reserve account, State guarantee, taxation, attachment and assignment of funds, approval of domestic relations orders, irrevocable survivor annuitant and amendment of approved domestic relations orders, providing for irrevocable successor payee, further providing for fraud and adjustment of errors, providing for spousal consent and further providing for payments to school entities by Commonwealth; in health insurance for retired school employees, further providing for definitions; and, in military leave of absence, further providing for retirement rights.","description":"An Act amending Titles 24 (Education) and 51 (Military Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions and construction and providing for references; in retirement membership, contributions and benefits, further providing for mandatory and optional membership, credited school service, waiver of adjustments, providing for spouses rights and benefits and further providing for classes of service, elections, eligibility points, eligibility for annuities, eligibility for refunds, pickup contributions, member contributions, contributions to for purchase of credit, incomplete payments, annual compensation limit, contributions by Commonwealth, payments by employers, actuarial cost method, appropriations by Commonwealth, return of accumulated deductions, maxim single life annuity disability annuities, termination of annuities, various supplemental annuities and payment of benefits; providing for school employees' defined contribution plan; in administrative and miscellaneous provisions, further providing for the Public School Employees' Retirement Board, administrative duties of board, health insurance, advisory and reporting duties, application and election duties, duties of employers, rights and duties of school employees and members, management of fund and accounts, Public School Employees' Retirement Fund, State accumulation account, annuity reserve account, State guarantee, taxation, attachment and assignment of funds, approval of domestic relations orders, irrevocable survivor annuitant and amendment of approved domestic relations orders, providing for irrevocable successor payee, further providing for fraud and adjustment of errors, providing for spousal consent and further providing for payments to school entities by Commonwealth; in health insurance for retired school employees, further providing for definitions; and, in military leave of absence, further providing for retirement rights.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2454/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2454","sponsor":"Warren Kampf"},
{"bill_id":430404,"bill_number":"HB2468","title":"Providing for educational improvement tax credit and for the Educational Opportunity Scholarship Program; and repealing provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 relating to educational improvement tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for educational improvement tax credit and for the Educational Opportunity Scholarship Program; and repealing provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971 relating to educational improvement tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2468/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2468","sponsor":"Jim Christiana"},
{"bill_id":430409,"bill_number":"HB2469","title":"Further providing for definitions, for disqualification and forfeiture of benefits and for restitution for monetary loss; and repealing retroactivity provision.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1978 (P.L.752, No.140), known as the Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act, further providing for definitions, for disqualification and forfeiture of benefits and for restitution for monetary loss; and repealing retroactivity provision.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2469/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2469","sponsor":"Frederick Keller"},
{"bill_id":430416,"bill_number":"HB2470","title":"In permit extensions, further providing for existing approval.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in permit extensions, further providing for existing approval.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2470/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2470","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":430423,"bill_number":"HB2471","title":"In pupils and attendance, further providing for when transportation of pupils provided.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, further providing for when transportation of pupils provided.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2471/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2471","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":430430,"bill_number":"HB2472","title":"In consolidated county assessment, further providing for assessment of mobile homes and house trailers.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in consolidated county assessment, further providing for assessment of mobile homes and house trailers.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2472/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2472","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":430437,"bill_number":"HR772","title":"Memorializing the United States Secretary of Transportation to issue a TIGER grant for the construction of the Rockwood Station project and urging the Pennsylvania Congressional Delegation to support the project.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the United States Secretary of Transportation to issue a TIGER grant for the construction of the Rockwood Station project and urging the Pennsylvania Congressional Delegation to support the project.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Adopted (140-55)","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR772/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=772","sponsor":"Carl Metzgar"},
{"bill_id":430442,"bill_number":"SB1555","title":"In development, further providing for enforcement orders.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in development, further providing for enforcement orders.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1555/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1555","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":430449,"bill_number":"SB1556","title":"Further providing for records of transactions, for dealer's retention of precious metal and availability for inspection and for penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 24, 1984 (P.L.92, No.17), referred to as the Precious Metal Sale Regulation Law, further providing for records of transactions, for dealer's retention of precious metal and availability for inspection and for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1556/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1556","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":430455,"bill_number":"SB1559","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Winebrenner Theological Seminary certain lands and improvements situate in Greene Township, Franklin County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Governor, to grant and convey to Winebrenner Theological Seminary certain lands and improvements situate in Greene Township, Franklin County.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1559/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1559","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":430458,"bill_number":"SR326","title":"Honoring Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority by designating June 12, 2012, as \"Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority by designating June 12, 2012, as \"Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR326/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=326","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":430464,"bill_number":"SR328","title":"Designating the week of June 9 through 15, 2012, as \"State Veterans' Homes Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of June 9 through 15, 2012, as \"State Veterans' Homes Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR328/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=328","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":430470,"bill_number":"SR327","title":"Honoring the Pennsylvania Association of Agricultural Educators on its 65th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution honoring the Pennsylvania Association of Agricultural Educators on its 65th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-12","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-12","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR327/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=327","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":430475,"bill_number":"HR775","title":"Recognizing June 11 through 17, 2012, as \"National Men's Health Week\" and the month of June 2012 as \"National Men's Health Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing June 11 through 17, 2012, as \"National Men's Health Week\" and the month of June 2012 as \"National Men's Health Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR775/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=775","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":430480,"bill_number":"HR774","title":"Establishing a select committee to investigate and review the interrelationship between all current sources of school district and local government tax revenue, with a focus on property taxes, the current system of Federal and State funding of school districts and other local government functions.","description":"A Resolution establishing a select committee to investigate and review the interrelationship between all current sources of school district and local government tax revenue, with a focus on property taxes, the current system of Federal and State funding of school districts and other local government functions.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Adopted (191-8)","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR774/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=774","sponsor":"Thomas Quigley"},
{"bill_id":430485,"bill_number":"HR773","title":"Designating the third Saturday in June as \"Juneteenth National Freedom Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the third Saturday in June as \"Juneteenth National Freedom Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR773/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=773","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":430493,"bill_number":"HB2475","title":"Further providing for credit for registered barbers.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 3, 1933 (P.L.242, No.86), referred to as the Cosmetology Law, further providing for credit for registered barbers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2475/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2475","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":430498,"bill_number":"HB2474","title":"Further providing for licensure of manager-barbers and barber-teachers.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 19, 1931 (P.L.589, No.202), referred to as the Barbers' License Law, further providing for licensure of manager-barbers and barber-teachers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2474/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2474","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":430503,"bill_number":"HB2473","title":"In dissolution of marital status, further providing for grounds for divorce and for counseling.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in dissolution of marital status, further providing for grounds for divorce and for counseling.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2473/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2473","sponsor":"Frank Dermody"},
{"bill_id":430515,"bill_number":"HB2476","title":"Further providing for transportation of certain charter school students.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for transportation of certain charter school students.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2476/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2476","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":430518,"bill_number":"HB2477","title":"Further providing for application to become a notary public.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 21, 1953 (P.L.1323, No.373), known as The Notary Public Law, further providing for application to become a notary public.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2477/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2477","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":430522,"bill_number":"HR776","title":"Designating the week of November 11, 2012, as \"American Education Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of November 11, 2012, as \"American Education Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR776/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=776","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":430526,"bill_number":"HR777","title":"Recognizing the week of November 11, 2012, as \"Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of November 11, 2012, as \"Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR777/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=777","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":430529,"bill_number":"HR778","title":"Recognizing November 10, 2012, as \"Marine Corps Day\" in Pennsylvania in honor of the United States Marine Corps' 237th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution recognizing November 10, 2012, as \"Marine Corps Day\" in Pennsylvania in honor of the United States Marine Corps' 237th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR778/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=778","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":430533,"bill_number":"HR779","title":"Memorializing the United States Secretary of Transportation to issue a Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grant to fund the construction of the New Kensington Smart Growth and Sustainable Corridor & Multimodal Facility.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the United States Secretary of Transportation to issue a Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grant to fund the construction of the New Kensington Smart Growth and Sustainable Corridor & Multimodal Facility.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Adopted (135-60)","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR779/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=779","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":430537,"bill_number":"SB1560","title":"Further providing for definitions, for administration, for examination and qualification of applicants, for reciprocal licensing, for licensing periods and renewals, for seals, for firm practice, for firm names, for permitted practices, for existing licenses, for unauthorized practice, for disciplinary proceedings and for penalties; providing for injunction; and further providing for complaint procedure and hearings.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 14, 1982 (P.L.1227, No.281), known as the Architects Licensure Law, further providing for definitions, for administration, for examination and qualification of applicants, for reciprocal licensing, for licensing periods and renewals, for seals, for firm practice, for firm names, for permitted practices, for existing licenses, for unauthorized practice, for disciplinary proceedings and for penalties; providing for injunction; and further providing for complaint procedure and hearings.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1560/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1560","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":430542,"bill_number":"SB1561","title":"Providing for retroactive denial of reimbursement of payments to health care providers by insurers.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, providing for retroactive denial of reimbursement of payments to health care providers by insurers.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1561/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1561","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":430544,"bill_number":"SR329","title":"Designating September 29, 2012, as \"William Penn Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating September 29, 2012, as \"William Penn Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-13","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-13","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR329/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=329","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":430552,"bill_number":"HR782","title":"Recognizing and commending the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium for its projects, such as the Botswana Elephant Rescue and \"Project Frozen Dumbo,\" which exemplify the zoo's commitment to biodiversity and species survival and further its mission of fostering positive, lifelong connections between animals and people in a manner that brings honor to the zoo and this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and commending the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium for its projects, such as the Botswana Elephant Rescue and \"Project Frozen Dumbo,\" which exemplify the zoo's commitment to biodiversity and species survival and further its mission of fostering positive, lifelong connections between animals and people in a manner that brings honor to the zoo and this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR782/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=782","sponsor":"Carl Metzgar"},
{"bill_id":430557,"bill_number":"HR781","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States and the United States Postal Service to reconsider the decision to consolidate operations at the mail processing and distribution facility in New Castle, Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States and the United States Postal Service to reconsider the decision to consolidate operations at the mail processing and distribution facility in New Castle, Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR781/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=781","sponsor":"Christopher Sainato"},
{"bill_id":430563,"bill_number":"HR780","title":"Honoring the life and work of Albert F. Paschall, Jr., retired President, Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce; and extending condolences.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and work of Albert F. Paschall, Jr., retired President, Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce; and extending condolences.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR780/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=780","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":430569,"bill_number":"HB2479","title":"Designating the portion of State Route 30, from Wynnewood Road to Station Road, in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County, as the Master Sergeant Scott Ball Memorial Avenue.","description":"An Act designating the portion of State Route 30, from Wynnewood Road to Station Road, in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County, as the Master Sergeant Scott Ball Memorial Avenue.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-14","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2479/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2479","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":430574,"bill_number":"HB2478","title":"Providing for a resource manufacturing tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a resource manufacturing tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2478/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2478","sponsor":"Jim Christiana"},
{"bill_id":430581,"bill_number":"HB2482","title":"Providing for abrogation of regulations and for authority of Secretary of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act providing for abrogation of regulations and for authority of Secretary of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2482/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2482","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":430596,"bill_number":"HB2481","title":"Further providing for assistance to volunteer fire companies, ambulance service and rescue squads.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for assistance to volunteer fire companies, ambulance service and rescue squads.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2481/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2481","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":430612,"bill_number":"HB2368","title":"Further providing for definitions, for persons authorized to engage in business of receiving deposits and money for transmission, for corporations authorized to act as fiduciary, for retention of records and admissibility of copies in evidence, for emergency powers and for acquisitions, and offers to acquire, shares of banks, bank and trust companies, trust companies and national banks; repealing provisions relating to prohibition against certain acquisitions, to legal holidays and to limitation on deposit of Commonwealth funds; further providing for additional powers of incorporated institutions related to conduct of business, for persons bound by bylaws and execution of instruments, for general lending powers, for direct leasing of personal property and for limits on indebtedness of one customer including purchased paper; repealing provisions relating to installment loans including revolving credit plans, to real estate loans, to authorizing certain loans for commercial, business, professional, agricultural or nonprofit purposes including revolving credit plans, to authorizing monthly interest loans for individuals, partnerships and other unincorporated entities, to alternate basis for interest charges by institutions, to charging interest at rates permitted competing lenders, to notice of annual fees and refunds on credit cards of affiliate banks, to authorization of fees for revolving credit plans and to extensions of credit to individuals, partnerships and unincorporated associations; further providing for application of chapter, for actions required, permitted or prohibited in fiduciary capacity, for transfer of fiduciary accounts and for investments; repealing provisions relating to real estate loans; further providing for lending powers and direct leasing of personal property; repealing provisions relating to conditional powers of savings banks; providing for pledges for deposits, limits on indebtedness of one customer including purchased paper; further providing for tentative trusts, for authorized offices, for authorization of new branches, for approval of branch by department and for branches outside Pennsylvania; repealing provisions relating to branches acquired from the receiver of a closed institution or from an institution in danger of closing; further providing for articles of incorporation and for certificate of authorization to do business; providing for organization as a limited liability company; further providing for minimum capital, for classes of shares, for share certificates, for cash dividends, for redemption and acquisition of redeemable shares and statement of reduction of authorized shares, for number, qualifications and eligibility of directors or trustees, for audits and reports by directors or trustees, accountants and internal auditors and for prohibitions applicable to directors, trustees, officers, employees and attorneys; repealing provisions relating to indemnity and immunity of certain directors; providing for standard of care and justifiable reliance; further providing for articles of amendment, for authority to merge or consolidate, for requirements for a merger or consolidation, for mergers, consolidations and conversions of savings banks, for right of shareholders to receive payment for shares following a control transaction, for articles of conversion, for voluntary dissolution prior to commencement of business, for certificate of election for voluntary dissolution and for articles of dissolution; repealing provisions relating to application of chapter, to examinations and reports and to examination of affiliates and persons performing bank services; further providing for relationship of institutions and their personnel with officials and employees of department; repealing provisions relating to additional powers of the Department of Banking; and further providing for penalties and criminal provisions applicable to directors, trustees, officers, employees and attorneys of institutions and for penalties applicable to persons subject to this act.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 1965 (P.L.847, No.356), known as the Banking Code of 1965, further providing for definitions, for persons authorized to engage in business of receiving deposits and money for transmission, for corporations authorized to act as fiduciary, for retention of records and admissibility of copies in evidence, for emergency powers and for acquisitions, and offers to acquire, shares of banks, bank and trust companies, trust companies and national banks; repealing provisions relating to prohibition against certain acquisitions, to legal holidays and to limitation on deposit of Commonwealth funds; further providing for additional powers of incorporated institutions related to conduct of business, for persons bound by bylaws and execution of instruments, for general lending powers, for direct leasing of personal property and for limits on indebtedness of one customer including purchased paper; repealing provisions relating to installment loans including revolving credit plans, to real estate loans, to authorizing certain loans for commercial, business, professional, agricultural or nonprofit purposes including revolving credit plans, to authorizing monthly interest loans for individuals, partnerships and other unincorporated entities, to alternate basis for interest charges by institutions, to charging interest at rates permitted competing lenders, to notice of annual fees and refunds on credit cards of affiliate banks, to authorization of fees for revolving credit plans and to extensions of credit to individuals, partnerships and unincorporated associations; further providing for application of chapter, for actions required, permitted or prohibited in fiduciary capacity, for transfer of fiduciary accounts and for investments; repealing provisions relating to real estate loans; further providing for lending powers and direct leasing of personal property; repealing provisions relating to conditional powers of savings banks; providing for pledges for deposits, limits on indebtedness of one customer including purchased paper; further providing for tentative trusts, for authorized offices, for authorization of new branches, for approval of branch by department and for branches outside Pennsylvania; repealing provisions relating to branches acquired from the receiver of a closed institution or from an institution in danger of closing; further providing for articles of incorporation and for certificate of authorization to do business; providing for organization as a limited liability company; further providing for minimum capital, for classes of shares, for share certificates, for cash dividends, for redemption and acquisition of redeemable shares and statement of reduction of authorized shares, for number, qualifications and eligibility of directors or trustees, for audits and reports by directors or trustees, accountants and internal auditors and for prohibitions applicable to directors, trustees, officers, employees and attorneys; repealing provisions relating to indemnity and immunity of certain directors; providing for standard of care and justifiable reliance; further providing for articles of amendment, for authority to merge or consolidate, for requirements for a merger or consolidation, for mergers, consolidations and conversions of savings banks, for right of shareholders to receive payment for shares following a control transaction, for articles of conversion, for voluntary dissolution prior to commencement of business, for certificate of election for voluntary dissolution and for articles of dissolution; repealing provisions relating to application of chapter, to examinations and reports and to examination of affiliates and persons performing bank services; further providing for relationship of institutions and their personnel with officials and employees of department; repealing provisions relating to additional powers of the Department of Banking; and further providing for penalties and criminal provisions applicable to directors, trustees, officers, employees and attorneys of institutions and for penalties applicable to persons subject to this act.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 170","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2368/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2368","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":430630,"bill_number":"HB2332","title":"Relating to, in labor and employment settings, the protection of user names, passwords or other means necessary to access a private or personal social media account, service or Internet website.","description":"An Act relating to, in labor and employment settings, the protection of user names, passwords or other means necessary to access a private or personal social media account, service or Internet website.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2332/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2332","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":430657,"bill_number":"HB2483","title":"Further providing for wine auction permits.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for wine auction permits.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2483/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2483","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":430728,"bill_number":"HB2370","title":"Further providing for residential mortgage interest rates and for effect on inconsistent acts.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 30, 1974 (P.L.13, No.6), referred to as the Loan Interest and Protection Law, further providing for residential mortgage interest rates and for effect on inconsistent acts.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 172","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2370/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2370","sponsor":"Carl Metzgar"},
{"bill_id":430800,"bill_number":"SB1564","title":"Requiring employers that intend to relocate call centers overseas to notify the Secretary of Labor and Industry; imposing powers and duties on the Secretary of Labor and Industry; and prescribing penalties.","description":"An Act requiring employers that intend to relocate call centers overseas to notify the Secretary of Labor and Industry; imposing powers and duties on the Secretary of Labor and Industry; and prescribing penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-15","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1564/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1564","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":430802,"bill_number":"SB1563","title":"Providing for a resource manufacturing tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a resource manufacturing tax credit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1563/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1563","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":430805,"bill_number":"SB1562","title":"Further providing for reporting requirements for gas storage operations.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for reporting requirements for gas storage operations.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-15","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1562/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1562","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":430807,"bill_number":"SB1558","title":"Further providing for definitions and for statement of financial interests.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for statement of financial interests.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-15","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1558/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1558","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":430810,"bill_number":"SB1557","title":"Providing for indoor ice arena air quality and for penalties.","description":"An Act providing for indoor ice arena air quality and for penalties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-15","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-06-15","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1557/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1557","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":430815,"bill_number":"HB2484","title":"Designating and adopting the River City Brass Band as the official brass band of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act designating and adopting the River City Brass Band as the official brass band of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2484/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2484","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":430826,"bill_number":"HR784","title":"Designating April 15, 2012, as \"Familial Dysautonomia Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating April 15, 2012, as \"Familial Dysautonomia Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR784/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=784","sponsor":"Madeleine Dean Cunnane"},
{"bill_id":430859,"bill_number":"HR783","title":"Honoring Bally, Berks County, Pennsylvania, on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution honoring Bally, Berks County, Pennsylvania, on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR783/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=783","sponsor":"Ryan Mackenzie"},
{"bill_id":430904,"bill_number":"HB2369","title":"Further providing for general scope of supervision and exercise of discretion, for assessment of expenses of department upon institutions, for disclosure of information forbidden, penalty and exceptions, for examination of corporations or persons affiliated with institutions and for orders by department; and providing for implementation of the Consumer Financial Protection Act of 2010.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 15, 1933 (P.L.565, No.111), known as the Department of Banking Code, further providing for general scope of supervision and exercise of discretion, for assessment of expenses of department upon institutions, for disclosure of information forbidden, penalty and exceptions, for examination of corporations or persons affiliated with institutions and for orders by department; and providing for implementation of the Consumer Financial Protection Act of 2010.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 171","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2369/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2369","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":430915,"bill_number":"HB2480","title":"Further providing for definitions and for prohibited acts and penalties; and providing for ephedrine and pseudoephedrine and electronic tracking.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for definitions and for prohibited acts and penalties; and providing for ephedrine and pseudoephedrine and electronic tracking.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2480/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2480","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":430926,"bill_number":"HB2486","title":"Designating the bridge carrying Torresdale Avenue, State Route 1004, over the Pennypack Creek, in Philadelphia County, as the Paul W. Kauffman Memorial Bridge.","description":"An Act designating the bridge carrying Torresdale Avenue, State Route 1004, over the Pennypack Creek, in Philadelphia County, as the Paul W. Kauffman Memorial Bridge.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2486/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2486","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":430937,"bill_number":"SB1565","title":"Prohibiting certain acts in restraint of trade or commerce; prescribing the powers and duties of Attorney General; establishing certain civil cause of action; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting certain acts in restraint of trade or commerce; prescribing the powers and duties of Attorney General; establishing certain civil cause of action; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1565/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1565","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":430958,"bill_number":"SR330","title":"Honoring the life of former State Senator Thomas J. Kalman and extending condolences to his family.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of former State Senator Thomas J. Kalman and extending condolences to his family.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-06-18","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-06-18","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR330/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=330","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":430966,"bill_number":"HR785","title":"Designating the third Saturday in June as \"Juneteenth National Freedom Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the third Saturday in June as \"Juneteenth National Freedom Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR785/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=785","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":430974,"bill_number":"HB2487","title":"Further providing for certification by Secretary of the Budget and for property tax rebate schedule.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for certification by Secretary of the Budget and for property tax rebate schedule.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2487/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2487","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":430983,"bill_number":"HB2485","title":"In transfers of funds, further providing for exclusion of consumer transactions governed by Federal law; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending Title 13 (Commercial Code) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in transfers of funds, further providing for exclusion of consumer transactions governed by Federal law; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2485/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2485","sponsor":"Glen Grell"},
{"bill_id":430997,"bill_number":"HB2488","title":"In limitation of time, further providing for tolling limitations of civil actions, for unlimited time to bring criminal actions and for limitation of serious criminal actions.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in limitation of time, further providing for tolling limitations of civil actions, for unlimited time to bring criminal actions and for limitation of serious criminal actions.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2488/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2488","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":431001,"bill_number":"HR786","title":"Declaring the week of September 16 through 22, 2012, as \"Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution declaring the week of September 16 through 22, 2012, as \"Mitochondrial Disease Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR786/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=786","sponsor":"Daniel Deasy"},
{"bill_id":431004,"bill_number":"SR331","title":"Designating the month of September 2012 as \"Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2012 as \"Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR331/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=331","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":431007,"bill_number":"SR332","title":"Designating July 31, 2012, as \"Abie Abraham Day\" in Pennsylvania, in tribute to the late retired United States Army Sergeant and Butler County resident who died March 22, 2012, at 98 years of age.","description":"A Resolution designating July 31, 2012, as \"Abie Abraham Day\" in Pennsylvania, in tribute to the late retired United States Army Sergeant and Butler County resident who died March 22, 2012, at 98 years of age.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-19","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-19","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR332/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=332","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":431047,"bill_number":"HR787","title":"Memorializing the United States Department of Transportation to issue a Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grant to the Borough of Ellwood City.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the United States Department of Transportation to issue a Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) grant to the Borough of Ellwood City.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-20","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR787/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=787","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":431086,"bill_number":"HB2489","title":"Providing for criminal immunity.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, providing for criminal immunity.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2489/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2489","sponsor":"Gene DiGirolamo"},
{"bill_id":431123,"bill_number":"HR788","title":"Honoring the 100th anniversary of Pittsburgh Public Schools in the City of Pittsburgh.","description":"A Resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of Pittsburgh Public Schools in the City of Pittsburgh.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR788/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=788","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":431127,"bill_number":"HB2495","title":"In emergency medical services system, further providing for emergency medical services providers.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in emergency medical services system, further providing for emergency medical services providers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2495/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2495","sponsor":"Jewell Williams"},
{"bill_id":431131,"bill_number":"HB2492","title":"Further providing for definitions, for general powers of the State Board of Dentistry, for fees, for reason for refusal, revocation or suspension of license or certificate, for penalties and for reporting of multiple licensure or certification; and providing for restricted faculty license.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P.L.216, No.76), known as The Dental Law, further providing for definitions, for general powers of the State Board of Dentistry, for fees, for reason for refusal, revocation or suspension of license or certificate, for penalties and for reporting of multiple licensure or certification; and providing for restricted faculty license.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2492/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2492","sponsor":"Bernie O'Neill"},
{"bill_id":431137,"bill_number":"HB2491","title":"Further providing for required financial responsibility.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for required financial responsibility.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2491/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2491","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":431143,"bill_number":"HB2490","title":"Further providing for proof of identification.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for proof of identification.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2490/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2490","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":431152,"bill_number":"HB2496","title":"In alternative form of regulation of telecommunications services, further providing for definitions; providing for nonrural exchanges; and further providing for continuation of commission-approved alternative regulation and network modernization plans, for alternative forms of regulation, for competitive services, for interexchange telecommunications carriers and for additional powers and duties.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in alternative form of regulation of telecommunications services, further providing for definitions; providing for nonrural exchanges; and further providing for continuation of commission-approved alternative regulation and network modernization plans, for alternative forms of regulation, for competitive services, for interexchange telecommunications carriers and for additional powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2496/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2496","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":431166,"bill_number":"HB2497","title":"Further providing for requirements relating to voter identification, and for notice of November elections; for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges; and providing for conduct of early voting in primaries and elections.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further providing for requirements relating to voter identification, and for notice of November elections; for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges; and providing for conduct of early voting in primaries and elections.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2497/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2497","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":431167,"bill_number":"HB2498","title":"Amending the act of March 14, 2012 (P.L.195, No.18), entitled \"An act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), entitled 'An act concerning elections, including general, municipal, special and primary elections, the nomination of candidates, primary and election expenses and election contests; creating and defining membership of county boards of elections; imposing duties upon the Secretary of the Commonwealth, courts, county boards of elections, county commissioners; imposing penalties for violation of the act, and codifying, revising and consolidating the laws relating thereto; and repealing certain acts and parts of acts relating to elections,' in preliminary provisions, defining \"proof of identification\"; in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, providing for requirements relating to voter identification; in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for applications for official absentee ballots, for approval of application for absentee ballot, for delivering or mailing ballots, for canvassing of official absentee ballots and for public records; and providing for enforcement and for a special procedure at certain elections,\" further providing for applicability.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 14, 2012 (P.L.195, No.18), entitled \"An act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), entitled 'An act concerning elections, including general, municipal, special and primary elections, the nomination of candidates, primary and election expenses and election contests; creating and defining membership of county boards of elections; imposing duties upon the Secretary of the Commonwealth, courts, county boards of elections, county commissioners; imposing penalties for violation of the act, and codifying, revising and consolidating the laws relating thereto; and repealing certain acts and parts of acts relating to elections,' in preliminary provisions, defining \"proof of identification\"; in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, providing for requirements relating to voter identification; in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for applications for official absentee ballots, for approval of application for absentee ballot, for delivering or mailing ballots, for canvassing of official absentee ballots and for public records; and providing for enforcement and for a special procedure at certain elections,\" further providing for applicability.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2498/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2498","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":431169,"bill_number":"HB2499","title":"In kinship care, further providing for scope and for definitions; and providing for family finding.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in kinship care, further providing for scope and for definitions; and providing for family finding.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2499/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2499","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":431172,"bill_number":"HB2500","title":"Providing for family conferencing.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for family conferencing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2500/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2500","sponsor":"Dan Moul"},
{"bill_id":431174,"bill_number":"HB2501","title":"Providing for educational stability of children in out-of-home placement; and making an inconsistent repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for educational stability of children in out-of-home placement; and making an inconsistent repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2501/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2501","sponsor":"Rosemary Brown"},
{"bill_id":431175,"bill_number":"HB2502","title":"Further providing for penalties for violation of compulsory attendance requirements and for report of children not enrolling, or withdrawing, or being illegally absent.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for penalties for violation of compulsory attendance requirements and for report of children not enrolling, or withdrawing, or being illegally absent.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2502/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2502","sponsor":"Kate Harper"},
{"bill_id":431177,"bill_number":"HB2503","title":"Further providing for informal hearing and for disposition of dependent child.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for informal hearing and for disposition of dependent child.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2503/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2503","sponsor":"Tarah Toohil"},
{"bill_id":431179,"bill_number":"HB2504","title":"In pupils and attendance, providing for the regulation of religious child-care facilities and religious child development facilities; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in pupils and attendance, providing for the regulation of religious child-care facilities and religious child development facilities; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2504/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2504","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":431180,"bill_number":"HR789","title":"Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the minimum wage law.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the minimum wage law.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-06-26","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR789/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=789","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":431181,"bill_number":"SB1569","title":"Authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the Governor, to grant and convey to QRS Realty Corp. certain lands and building situate in the City of Erie, Erie County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the Governor, to grant and convey to QRS Realty Corp. certain lands and building situate in the City of Erie, Erie County.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-21","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-21","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1569/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1569","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":431232,"bill_number":"HB2505","title":"Reenacting and amending the act of May 16, 2002 (P.L.315, No.46), known as the Community Services Block Grant Act, extending the expiration of the act; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act reenacting and amending the act of May 16, 2002 (P.L.315, No.46), known as the Community Services Block Grant Act, extending the expiration of the act; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2505/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2505","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":431238,"bill_number":"HB2506","title":"Further providing for Office for Safe Schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for Office for Safe Schools.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2506/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2506","sponsor":"Sid Kavulich"},
{"bill_id":431241,"bill_number":"HB2507","title":"Providing for sentencing for offenses committed in association with a criminal street gang.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for sentencing for offenses committed in association with a criminal street gang.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2507/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2507","sponsor":"Tarah Toohil"},
{"bill_id":431245,"bill_number":"SB1573","title":"Further providing for board composition.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1956 (1955 P.L.1414, No.465), known as the Second Class County Port Authority Act, further providing for board composition.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1573/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1573","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":431246,"bill_number":"SB1572","title":"Amending the act of August 10, 1951 (P.L.1189, No.265), entitled, as amended, \"An act regulating the appointment, promotion, suspension, reduction, removal and reinstatement of employes (except superintendents, assistant superintendents, inspectors, chief clerks and school guards) in bureaus of police in cities of the second class; and defining the powers and duties of civil service commissions in such cities for such purposes,\" further providing for qualifications for appointment in the competitive class of the civil service.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 10, 1951 (P.L.1189, No.265), entitled, as amended, \"An act regulating the appointment, promotion, suspension, reduction, removal and reinstatement of employes (except superintendents, assistant superintendents, inspectors, chief clerks and school guards) in bureaus of police in cities of the second class; and defining the powers and duties of civil service commissions in such cities for such purposes,\" further providing for qualifications for appointment in the competitive class of the civil service.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 195","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1572/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1572","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":431249,"bill_number":"SB1571","title":"Further providing for judgment and writ of possession.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, further providing for judgment and writ of possession.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1571/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1571","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":431252,"bill_number":"SB1568","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), known as the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1568/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1568","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":431255,"bill_number":"SB1566","title":"Establishing the Donated Dental Services Program; imposing duties on the Department of Health; providing for program administration and for contract requirements; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act establishing the Donated Dental Services Program; imposing duties on the Department of Health; providing for program administration and for contract requirements; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-22","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-06-22","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1566/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1566","sponsor":"Edwin Erickson"},
{"bill_id":431258,"bill_number":"HR790","title":"Recognizing the 27th annual Kennett Square Mushroom Festival taking place on September 8 and 9, 2012, and the tremendous positive impact of the mushroom on the economy of this Commonwealth, and encouraging the citizens of Pennsylvania to consume locally grown and harvested mushrooms.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 27th annual Kennett Square Mushroom Festival taking place on September 8 and 9, 2012, and the tremendous positive impact of the mushroom on the economy of this Commonwealth, and encouraging the citizens of Pennsylvania to consume locally grown and harvested mushrooms.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Adopted (200-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-26","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR790/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=790","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":431261,"bill_number":"HB2511","title":"Providing for notice of application for tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for notice of application for tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2511/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2511","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":431264,"bill_number":"HB2510","title":"In tax for education, further providing for licenses; in payment of tax, further providing for discount; in assessment and collection of tax, further providing for assessment; in interest, additions, penalties and crimes, providing for failure to timely remit tax collected; in personal income tax, further providing for definitions and for taxability of partners, providing for tax treatment determined at partnership level and for tax imposed at partnership level, further providing for income of a Pennsylvania S corporation, for tax withheld and for requirement of withholding tax, providing for requirement of withholding tax for nonemployers, further providing for information statement, providing for information statement for nonemployer payors and for information statement for nonemployer payees, further providing for time for filing employers' returns, for payment of taxes withheld, for employers liability for withheld taxes, for employer's failure to withhold, for designation of third parties to perform acts required of employers, for general rule, for amount of withholding tax and for treatment of nonresident partners, members or shareholders, providing for withholding on income from oil and gas interests and for annual withholding statement, further providing for return of Pennsylvania S corporation, for requirements concerning returns, notices, records and statements, for assessment, for additions, penalties and fees and providing for failure to timely remit tax withheld; in corporate net income tax, further providing for assessments; in realty transfer tax, further providing for assessment and notice of tax and review; in malt beverage tax, further providing for assessment by department; in general provisions, providing for administrative bank attachment for accounts of obligors to the Commonwealth, for tax delinquent placard and for additional citation authority; providing for applicability; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in tax for education, further providing for licenses; in payment of tax, further providing for discount; in assessment and collection of tax, further providing for assessment; in interest, additions, penalties and crimes, providing for failure to timely remit tax collected; in personal income tax, further providing for definitions and for taxability of partners, providing for tax treatment determined at partnership level and for tax imposed at partnership level, further providing for income of a Pennsylvania S corporation, for tax withheld and for requirement of withholding tax, providing for requirement of withholding tax for nonemployers, further providing for information statement, providing for information statement for nonemployer payors and for information statement for nonemployer payees, further providing for time for filing employers' returns, for payment of taxes withheld, for employers liability for withheld taxes, for employer's failure to withhold, for designation of third parties to perform acts required of employers, for general rule, for amount of withholding tax and for treatment of nonresident partners, members or shareholders, providing for withholding on income from oil and gas interests and for annual withholding statement, further providing for return of Pennsylvania S corporation, for requirements concerning returns, notices, records and statements, for assessment, for additions, penalties and fees and providing for failure to timely remit tax withheld; in corporate net income tax, further providing for assessments; in realty transfer tax, further providing for assessment and notice of tax and review; in malt beverage tax, further providing for assessment by department; in general provisions, providing for administrative bank attachment for accounts of obligors to the Commonwealth, for tax delinquent placard and for additional citation authority; providing for applicability; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2510/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2510","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":431266,"bill_number":"HB2509","title":"Requiring online dating service providers to disclose information relating to criminal background checks of its users; imposing penalties; and establishing the Internet Dating Disclosure and Safety Awareness Fund.","description":"An Act requiring online dating service providers to disclose information relating to criminal background checks of its users; imposing penalties; and establishing the Internet Dating Disclosure and Safety Awareness Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2509/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2509","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":431269,"bill_number":"HB2508","title":"Further providing for definitions, for license required, for records of transactions, for dealer's retention of precious metal and availability for inspection, for local ordinances and for penalty.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 24, 1984 (P.L.92, No.17), referred to as the Precious Metal Sale Regulation Law, further providing for definitions, for license required, for records of transactions, for dealer's retention of precious metal and availability for inspection, for local ordinances and for penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2508/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2508","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":431293,"bill_number":"SR333","title":"Urging the Governor to develop a comprehensive legislative plan to improve basic education in the public schools of this Commonwealth and to establish an advisory commission to study and make specific recommendations for components of the plan.","description":"A Resolution urging the Governor to develop a comprehensive legislative plan to improve basic education in the public schools of this Commonwealth and to establish an advisory commission to study and make specific recommendations for components of the plan.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR333/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=333","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":431303,"bill_number":"SB1540","title":"Providing for a unified retirement system for employees of the Commonwealth and school districts.","description":"An Act amending Title 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a unified retirement system for employees of the Commonwealth and school districts.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1540/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1540","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":431315,"bill_number":"HB2512","title":"Further providing for election of school directors.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for election of school directors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2512/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2512","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":431329,"bill_number":"HB2514","title":"In State Board of Education, further providing for membership and for powers and duties of the board.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in State Board of Education, further providing for membership and for powers and duties of the board.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2514/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2514","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":431332,"bill_number":"HB2513","title":"In proceedings prior to petition to adopt, further providing for grounds for involuntary termination; and, in juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of dependent child.","description":"An Act amending Titles 23 (Domestic Relations) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in proceedings prior to petition to adopt, further providing for grounds for involuntary termination; and, in juvenile matters, further providing for disposition of dependent child.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2513/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2513","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":431352,"bill_number":"SR334","title":"Designating July 11, 2012, as \"Safe Haven Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating July 11, 2012, as \"Safe Haven Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR334/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=334","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":431369,"bill_number":"SR335","title":"Recognizing the significance of arson dogs and the National Fire Dog Monument.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the significance of arson dogs and the National Fire Dog Monument.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR335/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=335","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":431385,"bill_number":"SR336","title":"Designating September 23 through 29, 2012, as \"Wake Up to Medicine Abuse Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating September 23 through 29, 2012, as \"Wake Up to Medicine Abuse Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR336/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=336","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":431389,"bill_number":"HB2515","title":"Further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2515/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2515","sponsor":"Todd Stephens"},
{"bill_id":431391,"bill_number":"HB2516","title":"In wiretapping and electronic surveillance, providing for unmanned aircraft surveillance.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in wiretapping and electronic surveillance, providing for unmanned aircraft surveillance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2516/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2516","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":431393,"bill_number":"HB2517","title":"Providing for annual limitation on expenditure from Motor License Fund; and establishing the Pennsylvania State Police Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for annual limitation on expenditure from Motor License Fund; and establishing the Pennsylvania State Police Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2517/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2517","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":431395,"bill_number":"HB2518","title":"Further defining \"proof of identification.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, further defining \"proof of identification.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2518/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2518","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":431398,"bill_number":"HB2519","title":"Further providing for delegation of taxing powers and restrictions.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, further providing for delegation of taxing powers and restrictions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2519/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2519","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":431400,"bill_number":"HR791","title":"Amending the Rules of the House of Representatives, further providing for acquiring lands of the Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution amending the Rules of the House of Representatives, further providing for acquiring lands of the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR791/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=791","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":431401,"bill_number":"HR792","title":"Urging the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to study the impact on certain entities caused by the Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure that allow broad latitude to plaintiffs in the bringing of certain tort cases and to examine the efficacy and justice of expanding the Supreme Court's 2002 rule on venue for cases of alleged medical professional liability to all civil proceedings.","description":"A Resolution urging the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to study the impact on certain entities caused by the Pennsylvania Rules of Civil Procedure that allow broad latitude to plaintiffs in the bringing of certain tort cases and to examine the efficacy and justice of expanding the Supreme Court's 2002 rule on venue for cases of alleged medical professional liability to all civil proceedings.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR792/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=792","sponsor":"Bryan Cutler"},
{"bill_id":431422,"bill_number":"HB2520","title":"Revising the law on criminalizing and sentencing for controlled substances; making editorial changes; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Titles 5 (Athletics and Sports), 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 23 (Domestic Relations), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure), 61 (Prisons and Parole) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, revising the law on criminalizing and sentencing for controlled substances; making editorial changes; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2520/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2520","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":431432,"bill_number":"HB2493","title":"Establishing the Energy Employment Legacy Fund; and providing for powers and duties of the Department of Revenue.","description":"An Act establishing the Energy Employment Legacy Fund; and providing for powers and duties of the Department of Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-27","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-06-27","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2493/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2493","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":431463,"bill_number":"HR794","title":"Designating the month of July 2012 as \"Beat the Heat in the Street Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of July 2012 as \"Beat the Heat in the Street Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR794/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=794","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":431464,"bill_number":"HR793","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to commend President Barack Obama on his mandated regulatory order allowing more than 800,000 young people to stay in the United States legally without fear of deportation.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to commend President Barack Obama on his mandated regulatory order allowing more than 800,000 young people to stay in the United States legally without fear of deportation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR793/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=793","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":431465,"bill_number":"HB2532","title":"Changing the name of the Department of Public Welfare to the Department of Human Services and providing for a transition period.","description":"An Act changing the name of the Department of Public Welfare to the Department of Human Services and providing for a transition period.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2532/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2532","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":431466,"bill_number":"HB2531","title":"Providing for limitations on nonresident earned income taxes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, providing for limitations on nonresident earned income taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2531/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2531","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":431468,"bill_number":"HB2530","title":"Further providing for administration and enforcement.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for administration and enforcement.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 179","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2530/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2530","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":431469,"bill_number":"HB2529","title":"Providing that hunting and trapping are property rights.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing that hunting and trapping are property rights.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2529/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2529","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":431470,"bill_number":"HB2528","title":"Extending the right of child support to estate of decedent.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, extending the right of child support to estate of decedent.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2528/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2528","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":431471,"bill_number":"HB2527","title":"Further providing for sites.","description":"An Act amending Title 37 (Historical and Museums) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for sites.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2527/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2527","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":431472,"bill_number":"HB2526","title":"Prohibiting wireless telephone use by school bus drivers.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, prohibiting wireless telephone use by school bus drivers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2526/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2526","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":431473,"bill_number":"HB2525","title":"Eliminating a mortgage prepayment penalty for all residential mortgages, regardless of amount.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 30, 1974 (P.L.13, No.6), referred to as the Loan Interest and Protection Law, eliminating a mortgage prepayment penalty for all residential mortgages, regardless of amount.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2525/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2525","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":431474,"bill_number":"HB2524","title":"Extending the act to include leased vehicles, motorcycles, motor homes, off-road vehicles and commercial vehicles; and further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 28, 1984 (P.L.150, No.28), known as the Automobile Lemon Law, extending the act to include leased vehicles, motorcycles, motor homes, off-road vehicles and commercial vehicles; and further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2524/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2524","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":431476,"bill_number":"HB2523","title":"Providing for reporting of suspected abuse or a prohibited sexual act.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for reporting of suspected abuse or a prohibited sexual act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2523/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2523","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":431477,"bill_number":"HB2522","title":"Establishing the Joint Commission on Science and Technology and providing for its powers and duties; and providing for the operation of the Central Management and Information Center.","description":"An Act establishing the Joint Commission on Science and Technology and providing for its powers and duties; and providing for the operation of the Central Management and Information Center.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2522/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2522","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":431478,"bill_number":"HB2521","title":"Providing for a KIDS First registration plate and for payments to and grants from the Children's Trust Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a KIDS First registration plate and for payments to and grants from the Children's Trust Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2521/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2521","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":431483,"bill_number":"SB1575","title":"Further providing for programs of Statewide significance.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for programs of Statewide significance.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1575/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1575","sponsor":"John Pippy"},
{"bill_id":431507,"bill_number":"SB1574","title":"Providing for private management agreements.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, providing for private management agreements.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1574/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1574","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":431535,"bill_number":"HB2533","title":"Providing for bonus payments to persons in active service in connection with the Global War on Terrorism or their beneficiaries; authorizing the incurring of indebtedness and the issue and sale of bonds by the Commonwealth for the payment of the benefits contingent upon electorate approval; creating a special fund in the State Treasury to be known as the Global War on Terrorism Bonus Payment Bond Fund; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of General Services.","description":"An Act providing for bonus payments to persons in active service in connection with the Global War on Terrorism or their beneficiaries; authorizing the incurring of indebtedness and the issue and sale of bonds by the Commonwealth for the payment of the benefits contingent upon electorate approval; creating a special fund in the State Treasury to be known as the Global War on Terrorism Bonus Payment Bond Fund; and imposing powers and duties on the Department of General Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2533/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2533","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":431541,"bill_number":"HB2534","title":"Further providing for the offense of ethnic intimidation.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of ethnic intimidation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2534/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2534","sponsor":"Ed Neilson"},
{"bill_id":431544,"bill_number":"HB2535","title":"In safe schools, further providing for definitions and for policy relating to bullying.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in safe schools, further providing for definitions and for policy relating to bullying.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2535/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2535","sponsor":"Ed Neilson"},
{"bill_id":431547,"bill_number":"HR795","title":"Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Federal Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, amendments barring discrimination based on gender in scholastic athletics and education.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Federal Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, amendments barring discrimination based on gender in scholastic athletics and education.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Adopted (199-0)","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR795/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=795","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":431567,"bill_number":"SR340","title":"Recognizing the week of July 15 through 21, 2012, as \"Probation, Parole and Community Supervision Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of July 15 through 21, 2012, as \"Probation, Parole and Community Supervision Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR340/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=340","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":431576,"bill_number":"SR339","title":"Recognizing the holiday beginning with Rosh Hashanah and concluding with Yom Kippur.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the holiday beginning with Rosh Hashanah and concluding with Yom Kippur.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR339/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=339","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":431585,"bill_number":"SR338","title":"Designating the month of August 2012 as \"Produce Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of August 2012 as \"Produce Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR338/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=338","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":431596,"bill_number":"SR337","title":"Recognizing the week of July 1 through 7, 2012, as \"National Independent Business Week\" in Pennsylvania, and saluting the citizens and independent businesses who are integral to the unique flavor of this Commonwealth and honoring their efforts to make their communities places where Pennsylvanians want to live and work.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of July 1 through 7, 2012, as \"National Independent Business Week\" in Pennsylvania, and saluting the citizens and independent businesses who are integral to the unique flavor of this Commonwealth and honoring their efforts to make their communities places where Pennsylvanians want to live and work.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-28","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-28","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR337/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=337","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":431605,"bill_number":"HR796","title":"Celebrating the 55th anniversary of North Central Sight Services, Inc.","description":"A Resolution celebrating the 55th anniversary of North Central Sight Services, Inc.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR796/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=796","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":431620,"bill_number":"HB2536","title":"Repealing the act of December 14, 1967 (P.L.746, No.345), known as the Savings Association Code of 1967, eliminating provisions for incorporation and organization, for names, for offices, for directors, officers, employees and attorneys, for members, for corporate powers, for savings operations, earnings, account insurance and reserves, for investment operations, for amendment of articles, for mergers, consolidations, conversions and reorganizations, for voluntary and involuntary dissolution and distribution of assets upon insolvency, for foreign and Federal associations, for provisions applicable to Department of Banking and for penalties and criminal provisions.","description":"An Act repealing the act of December 14, 1967 (P.L.746, No.345), known as the Savings Association Code of 1967, eliminating provisions for incorporation and organization, for names, for offices, for directors, officers, employees and attorneys, for members, for corporate powers, for savings operations, earnings, account insurance and reserves, for investment operations, for amendment of articles, for mergers, consolidations, conversions and reorganizations, for voluntary and involuntary dissolution and distribution of assets upon insolvency, for foreign and Federal associations, for provisions applicable to Department of Banking and for penalties and criminal provisions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2536/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2536","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":431621,"bill_number":"HB2537","title":"Further providing for local share assessment and for establishment of State Gaming Fund and net slot machine revenue distribution.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for local share assessment and for establishment of State Gaming Fund and net slot machine revenue distribution.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2537/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2537","sponsor":"Warren Kampf"},
{"bill_id":431622,"bill_number":"HB2538","title":"Designating State Route 739 in Pike County as Pike County Veterans' Way.","description":"An Act designating State Route 739 in Pike County as Pike County Veterans' Way.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2538/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2538","sponsor":"Rosemary Brown"},
{"bill_id":431625,"bill_number":"HB2539","title":"Providing for registration of domestic violence predators; establishing the Domestic Violence Predator Assessment Board; and imposing powers and duties on the Pennsylvania State Police and on the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for registration of domestic violence predators; establishing the Domestic Violence Predator Assessment Board; and imposing powers and duties on the Pennsylvania State Police and on the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2539/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2539","sponsor":"Robert Freeman"},
{"bill_id":431626,"bill_number":"HB2540","title":"Providing for the criteria for independent contractors in the commercial carrier industry and for the powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry and the Secretary of Labor and Industry; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for the criteria for independent contractors in the commercial carrier industry and for the powers and duties of the Department of Labor and Industry and the Secretary of Labor and Industry; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2540/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2540","sponsor":"John Sabatina"},
{"bill_id":431627,"bill_number":"HB2541","title":"Further providing for definitions and for unlawful discriminatory practices.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, further providing for definitions and for unlawful discriminatory practices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2541/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2541","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":431630,"bill_number":"HB2542","title":"Allocating a percentage of the net proceeds from all unclaimed funds from sheriffs' sales of residential real property to the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency for the purpose of assisting potential homebuyers with the financing and purchase of homes at sheriffs' sales; and establishing the Sheriffs' Sales Homeownership Assistance Fund and the Sheriffs' Sales Homeownership Assistance Program.","description":"An Act allocating a percentage of the net proceeds from all unclaimed funds from sheriffs' sales of residential real property to the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency for the purpose of assisting potential homebuyers with the financing and purchase of homes at sheriffs' sales; and establishing the Sheriffs' Sales Homeownership Assistance Fund and the Sheriffs' Sales Homeownership Assistance Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to COMMERCE","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Commerce","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2542/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2542","sponsor":"Harold James"},
{"bill_id":431631,"bill_number":"HR797","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass H.R. 5873, known as the Forest Products Fairness Act of 2012.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass H.R. 5873, known as the Forest Products Fairness Act of 2012.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-17","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-07-17","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR797/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=797","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":431632,"bill_number":"HR798","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study to evaluate the delivery of services for Intellectual Disability Consolidated Waiver services, Child Welfare, Community-Based Mental Health, Intellectual Disability Community-Based Program and Drug and Alcohol services.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study to evaluate the delivery of services for Intellectual Disability Consolidated Waiver services, Child Welfare, Community-Based Mental Health, Intellectual Disability Community-Based Program and Drug and Alcohol services.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Amended and Adopted (177-21)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR798/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=798","sponsor":"Scott Petri"},
{"bill_id":431633,"bill_number":"SB1576","title":"Further providing for termination of condominium.","description":"An Act amending Title 68 (Real and Personal Property) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for termination of condominium.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1576/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1576","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":431636,"bill_number":"SR341","title":"Designating the week of July 22 through 29, 2012, as \"Nine for Nine Tenth Anniversary Remembrance Week\" in Pennsylvania, commemorating the tenth anniversary of the heroic and unyielding efforts of those persons involved in the rescue of the nine coal miners trapped in the Quecreek coal mine, Somerset County, from July 24 through 27, 2002.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of July 22 through 29, 2012, as \"Nine for Nine Tenth Anniversary Remembrance Week\" in Pennsylvania, commemorating the tenth anniversary of the heroic and unyielding efforts of those persons involved in the rescue of the nine coal miners trapped in the Quecreek coal mine, Somerset County, from July 24 through 27, 2002.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-06-29","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-06-29","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR341/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=341","sponsor":"Richard Kasunic"},
{"bill_id":431637,"bill_number":"HR800","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study to evaluate the delivery of services by charter schools, including cyber charter schools, in this Commonwealth and track the use of funds received from the Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study to evaluate the delivery of services by charter schools, including cyber charter schools, in this Commonwealth and track the use of funds received from the Commonwealth.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR800/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=800","sponsor":"Frank Dermody"},
{"bill_id":431638,"bill_number":"HR799","title":"Celebrating the 175th anniversary of the founding of Cheyney University.","description":"A Resolution celebrating the 175th anniversary of the founding of Cheyney University.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR799/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=799","sponsor":"Thaddeus Kirkland"},
{"bill_id":431639,"bill_number":"HB2543","title":"Further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2543/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2543","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":431640,"bill_number":"SB1567","title":"Further providing for Commonwealth Financing Authority loans or grants.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 2008 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Alternative Energy Investment Act, further providing for Commonwealth Financing Authority loans or grants.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1567/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1567","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":431641,"bill_number":"HR801","title":"A Concurrent Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to reevaluate state motor vehicle emission standards.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to reevaluate state motor vehicle emission standards.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR801/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=801","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":431643,"bill_number":"HB2546","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2546/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2546","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":431645,"bill_number":"HB2545","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for duties of contractors, trustees or third parties managing fringe benefit payments; further providing for duty of secretary; providing for right of workmen to challenge fringe benefit payments allocation; further providing for remedies and penalties; and providing for prohibited conduct.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 15, 1961 (P.L.987, No.442), known as the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act, further providing for definitions; providing for duties of contractors, trustees or third parties managing fringe benefit payments; further providing for duty of secretary; providing for right of workmen to challenge fringe benefit payments allocation; further providing for remedies and penalties; and providing for prohibited conduct.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2545/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2545","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":431647,"bill_number":"HB2544","title":"In educational improvement tax credit, further providing for definitions, for qualification and application, for application, for tax credit and for limitations and providing for assessments, for the Keystone Scholarship Tax Credit Program and for enforcement by Attorney General.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in educational improvement tax credit, further providing for definitions, for qualification and application, for application, for tax credit and for limitations and providing for assessments, for the Keystone Scholarship Tax Credit Program and for enforcement by Attorney General.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-07-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2544/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2544","sponsor":"Michael Gerber"},
{"bill_id":431650,"bill_number":"SB1577","title":"Further providing for sales and purchases, for prohibited advisory activities and for civil liabilities.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1972 (P.L.1280, No.284), known as the Pennsylvania Securities Act of 1972, further providing for sales and purchases, for prohibited advisory activities and for civil liabilities.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-06-30","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-06-30","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1577/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1577","sponsor":"Jacob Corman"},
{"bill_id":431669,"bill_number":"HB2547","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Council on Workforce Development; and providing for its powers and duties as lead agency in cooperation with other State agencies to promote workforce development.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Council on Workforce Development; and providing for its powers and duties as lead agency in cooperation with other State agencies to promote workforce development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-11","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-07-11","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2547/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2547","sponsor":"Joseph Preston"},
{"bill_id":431673,"bill_number":"HB2548","title":"Further providing for prohibited offensive weapons; and providing for knives generally.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for prohibited offensive weapons; and providing for knives generally.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-11","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-07-11","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2548/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2548","sponsor":"Michele Brooks"},
{"bill_id":431775,"bill_number":"HB2549","title":"Establishing a bill of rights for correctional officers during certain investigations by the Department of Corrections; authorizing certain civil suits by correctional officers; and providing for impact of collective bargaining agreements and for summary suspensions.","description":"An Act establishing a bill of rights for correctional officers during certain investigations by the Department of Corrections; authorizing certain civil suits by correctional officers; and providing for impact of collective bargaining agreements and for summary suspensions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-11","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-07-11","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2549/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2549","sponsor":"Michael Fleck"},
{"bill_id":431781,"bill_number":"HB2550","title":"Further providing for permitted acts.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for permitted acts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-11","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2012-07-11","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2550/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2550","sponsor":"Michael Peifer"},
{"bill_id":431814,"bill_number":"HB2494","title":"Further providing for office of administrative law judge and for revocation and suspension of licenses and fines.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for office of administrative law judge and for revocation and suspension of licenses and fines.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-17","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2012-07-17","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2494/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2494","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":431817,"bill_number":"HB2551","title":"Providing for a Statewide comprehensive health care system; establishing the Pennsylvania Health Care Plan and providing for eligibility, services, coverages, subrogation, participating providers, cost containment, reduction of errors, tort remedies, administrative remedies and procedures, attorney fees, quality assurance, nonparticipating providers, transitional support and training; and establishing the Pennsylvania Health Care Agency, the Employer Health Services Levy, the Individual Wellness Tax, the Pennsylvania Health Care Trust Fund and the Pennsylvania Health Care Board and providing for their powers and duties.","description":"An Act providing for a Statewide comprehensive health care system; establishing the Pennsylvania Health Care Plan and providing for eligibility, services, coverages, subrogation, participating providers, cost containment, reduction of errors, tort remedies, administrative remedies and procedures, attorney fees, quality assurance, nonparticipating providers, transitional support and training; and establishing the Pennsylvania Health Care Agency, the Employer Health Services Levy, the Individual Wellness Tax, the Pennsylvania Health Care Trust Fund and the Pennsylvania Health Care Board and providing for their powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-17","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-07-17","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2551/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2551","sponsor":"Tony Payton"},
{"bill_id":431833,"bill_number":"HB2554","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), known as the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-17","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-07-17","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2554/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2554","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":431836,"bill_number":"HB2553","title":"Providing for special sentencing rules for certain youthful offenders; and imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for special sentencing rules for certain youthful offenders; and imposing duties on the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-07-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2553/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2553","sponsor":"Harold James"},
{"bill_id":431841,"bill_number":"HB2552","title":"Further providing for establishment of State Gaming Fund and net slot machine revenue distribution.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for establishment of State Gaming Fund and net slot machine revenue distribution.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-17","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-07-17","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2552/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2552","sponsor":"Marcy Toepel"},
{"bill_id":431854,"bill_number":"HB2555","title":"Providing for mandatory registration of landlords and for a landlord registration fee; imposing duties on municipalities; establishing the Municipal Code Enforcement Fund and the Code Enforcement Grant Program; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act providing for mandatory registration of landlords and for a landlord registration fee; imposing duties on municipalities; establishing the Municipal Code Enforcement Fund and the Code Enforcement Grant Program; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Community and Economic Development; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-17","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-07-17","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2555/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2555","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":431881,"bill_number":"HB2556","title":"Further providing for protection of water supplies.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for protection of water supplies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-17","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-07-17","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2556/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2556","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":431940,"bill_number":"HB2557","title":"In public assistance, further providing for persons eligible for medical assistance.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, further providing for persons eligible for medical assistance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-31","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2012-07-31","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2557/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2557","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":432094,"bill_number":"HR803","title":"Honoring the life of business leader, attorney, author and historian, Edward W. Robinson, Jr., and extending condolences to his family and friends.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of business leader, attorney, author and historian, Edward W. Robinson, Jr., and extending condolences to his family and friends.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR803/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=803","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":432095,"bill_number":"HR802","title":"Honoring the United Way as it celebrates the 125th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution honoring the United Way as it celebrates the 125th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR802/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=802","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":432096,"bill_number":"HB2558","title":"Providing for portability of professional and occupational licenses for military spouses.","description":"An Act providing for portability of professional and occupational licenses for military spouses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-31","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-07-31","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2558/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2558","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":432352,"bill_number":"HR804","title":"Recognizing September 10, 2012, as the 115th anniversary of the Lattimer Massacre.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 10, 2012, as the 115th anniversary of the Lattimer Massacre.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR804/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=804","sponsor":"Joseph Brennan"},
{"bill_id":432367,"bill_number":"HB2562","title":"In emergency management services, further providing for definitions and for purposes of part; providing for penalty for false application; extensively revising provisions relating to Commonwealth services and to local organizations and services; further providing for disaster duties, for acceptance, for interstate arrangements, for immunity, for special powers, for workers' compensation and for penalties; providing for authority of Federal law enforcement officers, for confidentiality, for adverse interests and for public health emergency measures; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in emergency management services, further providing for definitions and for purposes of part; providing for penalty for false application; extensively revising provisions relating to Commonwealth services and to local organizations and services; further providing for disaster duties, for acceptance, for interstate arrangements, for immunity, for special powers, for workers' compensation and for penalties; providing for authority of Federal law enforcement officers, for confidentiality, for adverse interests and for public health emergency measures; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-31","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-07-31","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2562/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2562","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":432383,"bill_number":"HB2561","title":"Repealing provisions relating to preemption of local ordinances; and providing for construction of act.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 2008 (P.L.182, No.27), known as the Clean Indoor Air Act, repealing provisions relating to preemption of local ordinances; and providing for construction of act.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-31","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2012-07-31","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2561/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2561","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":432399,"bill_number":"HB2560","title":"In computer offenses, providing for the offense of online impersonation; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in computer offenses, providing for the offense of online impersonation; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-07-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2560/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2560","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":432416,"bill_number":"HB2559","title":"In general principles of justification, further providing for definitions, for use of force in self-protection and for use of force for the protection of other persons; and repealing provisions related to civil immunity for use of force.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general principles of justification, further providing for definitions, for use of force in self-protection and for use of force for the protection of other persons; and repealing provisions related to civil immunity for use of force.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-07-31","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-07-31","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2559/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2559","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":432487,"bill_number":"HB2565","title":"In food protection, further providing for required licenses and for registration of food establishments.","description":"An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in food protection, further providing for required licenses and for registration of food establishments.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 180","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2565/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2565","sponsor":"Sandra Major"},
{"bill_id":432497,"bill_number":"HB2564","title":"Further providing for special plates for Pearl Harbor survivors, for special plates for veterans of Korean War, for special plates for recipients of Korean Defense Service Medal, for special plates for veterans of Persian Gulf War, for special plates for recipients of Expeditionary Forces Medal, for special plates for World War II veterans, for special plates for veterans of Vietnam Conflict, for special motorcycle plates for veterans, for Operation Iraqi Freedom veterans plate, for Operation Enduring Freedom veterans plate, for special plates for veterans and for Gold Star Family plate.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for special plates for Pearl Harbor survivors, for special plates for veterans of Korean War, for special plates for recipients of Korean Defense Service Medal, for special plates for veterans of Persian Gulf War, for special plates for recipients of Expeditionary Forces Medal, for special plates for World War II veterans, for special plates for veterans of Vietnam Conflict, for special motorcycle plates for veterans, for Operation Iraqi Freedom veterans plate, for Operation Enduring Freedom veterans plate, for special plates for veterans and for Gold Star Family plate.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-09","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-08-09","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2564/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2564","sponsor":"Jim Christiana"},
{"bill_id":432524,"bill_number":"HB2566","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Criminal Justice Commission as a subcommission under the Commission on Crime and Delinquency to review the Commonwealth's entire criminal justice system within an 18-month period, to propose concrete, wide-ranging reforms designed to responsibly reduce the overall incarceration rate, to improve State and local responses to international and domestic gang violence, to restructure our approach to drug policy, to improve the treatment of mental illness, to improve prison administration and to establish a system for reintegrating ex-offenders.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Criminal Justice Commission as a subcommission under the Commission on Crime and Delinquency to review the Commonwealth's entire criminal justice system within an 18-month period, to propose concrete, wide-ranging reforms designed to responsibly reduce the overall incarceration rate, to improve State and local responses to international and domestic gang violence, to restructure our approach to drug policy, to improve the treatment of mental illness, to improve prison administration and to establish a system for reintegrating ex-offenders.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-09","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-08-09","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2566/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2566","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":432527,"bill_number":"HR805","title":"Recognizing the week of September 23 through 29, 2012, as \"Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of September 23 through 29, 2012, as \"Historically Black Colleges and Universities Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR805/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=805","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":432567,"bill_number":"HR806","title":"Honoring the life of Joseph \"Butter\" Tamburro, WDAS radio personality, civil rights leader, and Philadelphia icon, and extending condolences to his family.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of Joseph \"Butter\" Tamburro, WDAS radio personality, civil rights leader, and Philadelphia icon, and extending condolences to his family.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-08-09","last_action":"INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35","last_action_date":"2012-08-09","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR806/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=806","sponsor":"Cherelle Parker"},
{"bill_id":432584,"bill_number":"HB2567","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"crimes related to public office or public employment.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1978 (P.L.752, No.140), known as the Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act, further providing for the definition of \"crimes related to public office or public employment.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-09","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-08-09","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2567/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2567","sponsor":"Eugene DePasquale"},
{"bill_id":432616,"bill_number":"HB2568","title":"Amending the act of June 5, 1913 (P.L.419, No.276), entitled \"An act to authorize the display of the State, county, city, borough, or other municipal flags on public buildings in the Commonwealth,\" providing for display of the Pennsylvania flag over memorials and caskets and at funerals.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 5, 1913 (P.L.419, No.276), entitled \"An act to authorize the display of the State, county, city, borough, or other municipal flags on public buildings in the Commonwealth,\" providing for display of the Pennsylvania flag over memorials and caskets and at funerals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-20","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-08-20","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2568/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2568","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":432658,"bill_number":"HB2569","title":"Relating to firearm registration; providing for duties of the Pennsylvania State Police; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act relating to firearm registration; providing for duties of the Pennsylvania State Police; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-20","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-08-20","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2569/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2569","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":432709,"bill_number":"HR814","title":"Urging Pennsylvania United States Senators Robert P. Casey, Jr., and Patrick Toomey to vote against a treaty being drafted by the United Nations if the treaty would impair rights of citizens under the Second Amendment to the Constitution of the United States.","description":"A Resolution urging Pennsylvania United States Senators Robert P. Casey, Jr., and Patrick Toomey to vote against a treaty being drafted by the United Nations if the treaty would impair rights of citizens under the Second Amendment to the Constitution of the United States.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-20","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-08-20","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR814/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=814","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":432710,"bill_number":"HR813","title":"Designating September 11, 2012, as \"Four Diamonds Fund Day\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging all citizens to contribute to the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital and other pediatric cancer research programs.","description":"A Resolution designating September 11, 2012, as \"Four Diamonds Fund Day\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging all citizens to contribute to the Four Diamonds Fund at Penn State Hershey Children's Hospital and other pediatric cancer research programs.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR813/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=813","sponsor":"Marguerite Quinn"},
{"bill_id":432712,"bill_number":"HR812","title":"Recognizing the month of September 2012 as \"Senior Center Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2012 as \"Senior Center Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR812/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=812","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":432713,"bill_number":"HR811","title":"Designating the month of September 2012 as \"Emergency Preparedness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2012 as \"Emergency Preparedness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR811/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=811","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":432714,"bill_number":"HR810","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"Meet the Blind Month\" in Pennsylvania; and recognizing October 15, 2012, as \"White Cane Safety Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"Meet the Blind Month\" in Pennsylvania; and recognizing October 15, 2012, as \"White Cane Safety Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR810/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=810","sponsor":"Michelle Brownlee"},
{"bill_id":432717,"bill_number":"HB2570","title":"Further providing for members of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for members of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-20","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-08-20","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2570/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2570","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":432742,"bill_number":"HB2563","title":"Further providing for the title of the act, for definitions, for auctioneer and apprentice auctioneer licenses, for status of existing licensees and for applications for initial and renewal licenses; providing for registration of trading assistants and trading assistant companies; further providing for special licensees to furnish bond and for authority to transact business not transferable; repealing provisions relating to auction house license, auction company license, trading assistant registration and nonresident licensees; further providing for reciprocity with other states; repealing provisions relating to licensee and registrant to furnish bond; and further providing for no other license or registration required, for list of licensees and registrants, for records of sales, for contracts for conduct of transaction, for display of licenses, for investigations and enforcement actions, for escrow account, for hearing on charges, for administration and enforcement, for revocation or suspension of license or registration, for issuance of new license or registration pending investigation and decision, for issuance of new license or registration after revocation, for penalties and for actions by unlicensed persons prohibited.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.327, No.85), known as the Auctioneer Licensing and Trading Assistant Registration Act, further providing for the title of the act, for definitions, for auctioneer and apprentice auctioneer licenses, for status of existing licensees and for applications for initial and renewal licenses; providing for registration of trading assistants and trading assistant companies; further providing for special licensees to furnish bond and for authority to transact business not transferable; repealing provisions relating to auction house license, auction company license, trading assistant registration and nonresident licensees; further providing for reciprocity with other states; repealing provisions relating to licensee and registrant to furnish bond; and further providing for no other license or registration required, for list of licensees and registrants, for records of sales, for contracts for conduct of transaction, for display of licenses, for investigations and enforcement actions, for escrow account, for hearing on charges, for administration and enforcement, for revocation or suspension of license or registration, for issuance of new license or registration pending investigation and decision, for issuance of new license or registration after revocation, for penalties and for actions by unlicensed persons prohibited.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-08-23","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2563/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2563","sponsor":"Mark Keller"},
{"bill_id":432766,"bill_number":"SB1585","title":"Providing for the Pennsylvania Disaster Emergency Assistance Program; establishing the Individual Disaster Assistance Grant Program and the Public Disaster Assistance Grant Program; providing for the deposit of liquor tax revenues into the Disaster Emergency Assistance Account; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the Pennsylvania Disaster Emergency Assistance Program; establishing the Individual Disaster Assistance Grant Program and the Public Disaster Assistance Grant Program; providing for the deposit of liquor tax revenues into the Disaster Emergency Assistance Account; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-08-14","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-08-14","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1585/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1585","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":432767,"bill_number":"SB1584","title":"In educational improvement tax credit, further providing for definitions; and, in resource manufacturing tax credit, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in educational improvement tax credit, further providing for definitions; and, in resource manufacturing tax credit, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-08-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-08-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1584/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1584","sponsor":"Andrew Dinniman"},
{"bill_id":432768,"bill_number":"SB1583","title":"Providing for braille literacy assessment.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for braille literacy assessment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-08-14","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-08-14","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1583/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1583","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":432770,"bill_number":"SB1582","title":"Authorizing the conveyance of an easement and the release of Project 70 restrictions imposed on a portion of land owned by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, in return for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on certain land being conveyed to the Commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, and other terms and conditions.","description":"An Act authorizing the conveyance of an easement and the release of Project 70 restrictions imposed on a portion of land owned by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, in return for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on certain land being conveyed to the Commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, and other terms and conditions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-08-14","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-08-14","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1582/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1582","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":432771,"bill_number":"SB1581","title":"Further providing for rate scales and adjustments.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for rate scales and adjustments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-08-14","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-08-14","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1581/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1581","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":432772,"bill_number":"SB1579","title":"Providing for limitation on administrative authority; and making an editorial change.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for limitation on administrative authority; and making an editorial change.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-08-14","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-08-14","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1579/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1579","sponsor":"Vincent Hughes"},
{"bill_id":432774,"bill_number":"SB1578","title":"Prohibiting the sale of shark fins; and imposing a penalty.","description":"An Act amending Title 12 (Commerce and Trade) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting the sale of shark fins; and imposing a penalty.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-08-14","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-08-14","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1578/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1578","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":432775,"bill_number":"SB1350","title":"Further providing for definitions and for alternative energy portfolio standards; and providing for sale and installation of customer-generator alternative energy systems.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 30, 2004 (P.L.1672, No.213), known as the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Act, further providing for definitions and for alternative energy portfolio standards; and providing for sale and installation of customer-generator alternative energy systems.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-08-14","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-08-14","committee":"Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1350/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1350","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":432883,"bill_number":"HB2571","title":"Further providing for purposes and powers of the authority.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 5, 1947 (P.L.1217, No.498), known as the State Public School Building Authority Act, further providing for purposes and powers of the authority.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-20","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-08-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2571/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2571","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":432894,"bill_number":"HB2572","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of Department of General Services.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for powers and duties of Department of General Services.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-20","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-08-20","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2572/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2572","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":432906,"bill_number":"HB2573","title":"Requiring the Department of Education to manage collective bargaining for school district personnel and to prepare a plan for consolidation of school districts.","description":"An Act requiring the Department of Education to manage collective bargaining for school district personnel and to prepare a plan for consolidation of school districts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-20","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-08-20","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2573/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2573","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":432917,"bill_number":"HB2574","title":"Further providing, in sales and use tax, for imposition of tax, for computation of tax and for alternative imposition of tax and credits; providing, in sales and use tax, for the deposit of certain sales tax revenue; further providing, in personal income tax, for imposition of income tax; and providing, in personal income tax, for the deposit of the additional personal income tax revenue.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing, in sales and use tax, for imposition of tax, for computation of tax and for alternative imposition of tax and credits; providing, in sales and use tax, for the deposit of certain sales tax revenue; further providing, in personal income tax, for imposition of income tax; and providing, in personal income tax, for the deposit of the additional personal income tax revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-20","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-08-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2574/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2574","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":432919,"bill_number":"SB1570","title":"Further providing for right to enter into collective bargaining, for duty to exert reasonable effort to settle, for date for collective bargaining to commence, for appointment of board of arbitration, for powers of arbitrators, for determination of board of arbitration and for costs and expenses; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 24, 1968 (P.L.237, No.111), referred to as the Policemen and Firemen Collective Bargaining Act, further providing for right to enter into collective bargaining, for duty to exert reasonable effort to settle, for date for collective bargaining to commence, for appointment of board of arbitration, for powers of arbitrators, for determination of board of arbitration and for costs and expenses; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-08-16","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-08-16","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1570/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1570","sponsor":"Jane Earll"},
{"bill_id":432921,"bill_number":"HR815","title":"Recognizing November 2012 as \"Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing November 2012 as \"Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR815/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=815","sponsor":"Rosemary Brown"},
{"bill_id":432925,"bill_number":"HB2578","title":"In fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of five per centum hotel tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in fiscal affairs, further providing for authorization of five per centum hotel tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-20","last_action":"Referred to TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-08-20","committee":"Tourism & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2578/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2578","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":432928,"bill_number":"HB2577","title":"In sales and use tax, providing for tax imposed on on-road vehicles and on-road trailers.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in sales and use tax, providing for tax imposed on on-road vehicles and on-road trailers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-20","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-08-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2577/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2577","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":432932,"bill_number":"HB2576","title":"In construction, improvement, maintenance and repair of State highways, further providing for rules for use of, and injury to, highways, penalty.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 1, 1945 (P.L.1242, No.428), known as the State Highway Law, in construction, improvement, maintenance and repair of State highways, further providing for rules for use of, and injury to, highways, penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-20","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-08-20","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2576/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2576","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":432936,"bill_number":"HB2575","title":"Further providing for installment payment of school real property taxes.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for installment payment of school real property taxes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-20","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-08-20","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2575/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2575","sponsor":"Rosemary Brown"},
{"bill_id":432959,"bill_number":"HR816","title":"Recognizing October 6, 2012, as \"Indigenous Peoples Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing October 6, 2012, as \"Indigenous Peoples Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR816/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=816","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":432960,"bill_number":"HB2584","title":"Further providing for definitions, for duration of contract, for financial security required and for health club exempt from financial security.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 21, 1989 (P.L.672, No.87), known as the Health Club Act, further providing for definitions, for duration of contract, for financial security required and for health club exempt from financial security.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-08-23","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2584/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2584","sponsor":"Todd Stephens"},
{"bill_id":432961,"bill_number":"HB2583","title":"In general provisions, further providing for definitions, in regulation of cemetery companies, further providing for initial deposits by newly-organized cemetery companies, for initial deposits by existing cemetery companies, for periodic deposits, for registration and filing affidavit of compliance, for investment and operation of fund and for accounts of qualified trustee, repealing provisions related to penalties and further providing for engaging in cemetery business in unauthorized manner; adding provisions relating to removal of remains from burial grounds, for sale of burial grounds, for protection of burial grounds, for burial, for merchandise trust funds, for jurisdiction and penalties and for reporting and immunity; and making related repeals.","description":"An Act amending Title 9 (Burial Grounds) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions, in regulation of cemetery companies, further providing for initial deposits by newly-organized cemetery companies, for initial deposits by existing cemetery companies, for periodic deposits, for registration and filing affidavit of compliance, for investment and operation of fund and for accounts of qualified trustee, repealing provisions related to penalties and further providing for engaging in cemetery business in unauthorized manner; adding provisions relating to removal of remains from burial grounds, for sale of burial grounds, for protection of burial grounds, for burial, for merchandise trust funds, for jurisdiction and penalties and for reporting and immunity; and making related repeals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-08-23","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2583/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2583","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":432962,"bill_number":"HB2582","title":"Providing for liquor and malt and brewed beverage tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 23, 1931 (P.L.932, No.317), known as The Third Class City Code, providing for liquor and malt and brewed beverage tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2012-08-23","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2582/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2582","sponsor":"Harold James"},
{"bill_id":432963,"bill_number":"HB2581","title":"Further providing for liquor and malt and brewed beverage tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 10, 1987 (P.L.246, No.47), known as the Municipalities Financial Recovery Act, further providing for liquor and malt and brewed beverage tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2012-08-23","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2581/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2581","sponsor":"Harold James"},
{"bill_id":432964,"bill_number":"HB2580","title":"In administration and personal representatives, providing for power over decedent account on social networking website, microblogging or short message service website or e-mail service website.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in administration and personal representatives, providing for power over decedent account on social networking website, microblogging or short message service website or e-mail service website.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-08-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2580/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2580","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":432965,"bill_number":"HB2579","title":"Designating the portion of State Route 30, from Church Road to Rittenhouse Place, in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County, as the Master Sergeant Scott Ball Memorial Avenue.","description":"An Act designating the portion of State Route 30, from Church Road to Rittenhouse Place, in Lower Merion Township, Montgomery County, as the Master Sergeant Scott Ball Memorial Avenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-08-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2579/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2579","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":432969,"bill_number":"HB2585","title":"In personal income tax, further providing for imposition of tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in personal income tax, further providing for imposition of tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-08-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2585/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2585","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":432970,"bill_number":"HB2586","title":"Requiring all local taxing jurisdictions in this Commonwealth to provide homestead property and farmstead property tax exclusions at the maximum amount permitted by the Constitution of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act requiring all local taxing jurisdictions in this Commonwealth to provide homestead property and farmstead property tax exclusions at the maximum amount permitted by the Constitution of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-08-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2586/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2586","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":432989,"bill_number":"HR818","title":"Recognizing the month of October 2012 as \"Domestic Violence Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of October 2012 as \"Domestic Violence Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (190-1)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR818/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=818","sponsor":"Sheryl Delozier"},
{"bill_id":432990,"bill_number":"HB2589","title":"Providing for a canine health special registration plate.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a canine health special registration plate.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-08-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2589/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2589","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":432991,"bill_number":"HB2588","title":"In inspection of vehicles, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inspection of vehicles, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-08-23","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2588/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2588","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":432994,"bill_number":"HB2587","title":"Further providing for campus police powers and duties.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for campus police powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-08-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-08-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2587/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2587","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":433013,"bill_number":"HB2590","title":"Providing for administrative subpoena.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for administrative subpoena.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2590/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2590","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":433016,"bill_number":"HR819","title":"Amending House Rule 2 E, further providing for ethical conduct.","description":"A Resolution amending House Rule 2 E, further providing for ethical conduct.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR819/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=819","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":433022,"bill_number":"HB2591","title":"Further providing for the calculation of military members' State Employees' Retirement System benefits.","description":"An Act amending Titles 51 (Military Affairs) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the calculation of military members' State Employees' Retirement System benefits.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 181","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2591/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2591","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":433026,"bill_number":"HB2592","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, prohibiting certain assault weapons.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, prohibiting certain assault weapons.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2592/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2592","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":433028,"bill_number":"HR820","title":"Recognizing September 22, 2012, as \"National Falls Prevention Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 22, 2012, as \"National Falls Prevention Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR820/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=820","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":433032,"bill_number":"HB2594","title":"Further providing for local share assessment and for establishment of State Gaming Fund and net slot machine revenue distribution.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for local share assessment and for establishment of State Gaming Fund and net slot machine revenue distribution.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2594/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2594","sponsor":"Marcy Toepel"},
{"bill_id":433037,"bill_number":"HB2593","title":"Designating a portion of State Route 2038 in Horsham Township, Montgomery County, as the 2LT James P. Kelly Memorial Highway.","description":"An Act designating a portion of State Route 2038 in Horsham Township, Montgomery County, as the 2LT James P. Kelly Memorial Highway.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2593/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2593","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":433041,"bill_number":"HR822","title":"Honoring the employees of SPIN, Inc., during \"National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week\" beginning September 9, 2012.","description":"A Resolution honoring the employees of SPIN, Inc., during \"National Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week\" beginning September 9, 2012.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR822/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=822","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":433047,"bill_number":"HR821","title":"Honoring the Greater Philadelphia Chorale on its tenth anniversary.","description":"A Resolution honoring the Greater Philadelphia Chorale on its tenth anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR821/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=821","sponsor":"Ed Neilson"},
{"bill_id":433055,"bill_number":"HB2595","title":"Further providing for control criteria for size, spacing and lighting.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 15, 1971 (P.L.596, No.160), known as the Outdoor Advertising Control Act of 1971, further providing for control criteria for size, spacing and lighting.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2595/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2595","sponsor":"Robert Donatucci"},
{"bill_id":433057,"bill_number":"HB2596","title":"Further providing for standards for tow truck operators and towing storage facilities.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 5, 2012 (P.L.990, No.110), known as the Towing and Towing Storage Facility Standards Act, further providing for standards for tow truck operators and towing storage facilities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2596/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2596","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":433058,"bill_number":"HR807","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass without delay legislation which creates an equitable and profitable budget solution and revenue model for the future stability of the United States Postal Service.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to pass without delay legislation which creates an equitable and profitable budget solution and revenue model for the future stability of the United States Postal Service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR807/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=807","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":433062,"bill_number":"HB2597","title":"In ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for definitions and for restricted activities.","description":"An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ethics standards and financial disclosure, further providing for definitions and for restricted activities.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2597/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2597","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":433067,"bill_number":"HB2598","title":"Providing for the imposition of a sales and use tax by counties; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Title 72 (Taxation and Fiscal Affairs) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the imposition of a sales and use tax by counties; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2598/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2598","sponsor":"Mike Carroll"},
{"bill_id":433072,"bill_number":"HR823","title":"Recognizing the 100th anniversary of the acquisition of the Asa Packer Mansion Museum by Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 100th anniversary of the acquisition of the Asa Packer Mansion Museum by Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR823/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=823","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":433076,"bill_number":"HB2599","title":"Further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2599/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2599","sponsor":"Lynda Schlegel Culver"},
{"bill_id":433079,"bill_number":"HB2600","title":"Further providing for aggravated assault.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for aggravated assault.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2600/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2600","sponsor":"Lynda Schlegel Culver"},
{"bill_id":433080,"bill_number":"HR824","title":"Designating September 25, 2012, as \"Ataxia Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating September 25, 2012, as \"Ataxia Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR824/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=824","sponsor":"Susan Helm"},
{"bill_id":433083,"bill_number":"HR825","title":"Honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the passing of Sherman Alexander Hemsley.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and expressing condolences upon the passing of Sherman Alexander Hemsley.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR825/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=825","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":433085,"bill_number":"HR826","title":"Recognizing the month of October 2012 as \"Infant Mortality Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of October 2012 as \"Infant Mortality Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR826/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=826","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":433086,"bill_number":"SB1587","title":"Extensively revising the law on human trafficking in the areas of prosecution, prevention, victim protection, evidentiary confidentiality, limitation of actions and victim impact statements; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, extensively revising the law on human trafficking in the areas of prosecution, prevention, victim protection, evidentiary confidentiality, limitation of actions and victim impact statements; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-08-30","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-08-30","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1587/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1587","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":433090,"bill_number":"HR827","title":"Designating the week of October 21 through 27, 2012, as \"Rubbernecking Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 21 through 27, 2012, as \"Rubbernecking Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR827/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=827","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":433092,"bill_number":"HB2626","title":"Establishing the Promoting Employment Across Pennsylvania Program; and providing for tax benefits to qualified companies in the form of withholding tax relief.","description":"An Act establishing the Promoting Employment Across Pennsylvania Program; and providing for tax benefits to qualified companies in the form of withholding tax relief.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Act No. 206","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2626/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2626","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":433093,"bill_number":"HB2603","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, providing for reporting the purchase and transfer of firearm ammunition to the Pennsylvania State Police; and prescribing a penalty.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, providing for reporting the purchase and transfer of firearm ammunition to the Pennsylvania State Police; and prescribing a penalty.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2603/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2603","sponsor":"Harold James"},
{"bill_id":433094,"bill_number":"HB2602","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, providing for encoded ammunition; imposing an encoded ammunition tax; and establishing the Encoded Ammunition Database Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, providing for encoded ammunition; imposing an encoded ammunition tax; and establishing the Encoded Ammunition Database Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2602/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2602","sponsor":"Harold James"},
{"bill_id":433095,"bill_number":"HB2601","title":"In general provisions, further defining \"police officer\"; in municipal police jurisdiction, further defining \"chief law enforcement officer\" and \"municipal police officer\"; further providing for noncompliance with mandatory certification requirements; in employees, making an editorial change; providing for county sheriffs and deputy sheriffs; in municipal police education and training, further defining \"police officer\"; further providing for members of the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission; and repealing related provisions of the Second Class County Code.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further defining \"police officer\"; in municipal police jurisdiction, further defining \"chief law enforcement officer\" and \"municipal police officer\"; further providing for noncompliance with mandatory certification requirements; in employees, making an editorial change; providing for county sheriffs and deputy sheriffs; in municipal police education and training, further defining \"police officer\"; further providing for members of the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission; and repealing related provisions of the Second Class County Code.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2601/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2601","sponsor":"Harold James"},
{"bill_id":433098,"bill_number":"HB2605","title":"Designating the Marshalls Creek Bypass, U.S. Route 209 from Twin Falls Road in Smithfield Township, Monroe County, to Oak Grove Drive in Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, as the Joseph W. Battisto Bypass; and designating State Route 739 in Pike County as Pike County Veterans' Way.","description":"An Act designating the Marshalls Creek Bypass, U.S. Route 209 from Twin Falls Road in Smithfield Township, Monroe County, to Oak Grove Drive in Middle Smithfield Township, Monroe County, as the Joseph W. Battisto Bypass; and designating State Route 739 in Pike County as Pike County Veterans' Way.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2605/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2605","sponsor":"Rosemary Brown"},
{"bill_id":433099,"bill_number":"HB2604","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to release, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the West Rockhill Sellersville Joint Recreation Authority, Bucks County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to release, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the West Rockhill Sellersville Joint Recreation Authority, Bucks County.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2604/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2604","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":433104,"bill_number":"HB2606","title":"In administrative organization, further providing for department heads.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.177, No.175), known as The Administrative Code of 1929, in administrative organization, further providing for department heads.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2606/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2606","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":433108,"bill_number":"HB2607","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for the election of the Secretary of Environmental Protection; further providing for the qualifications of the Secretary of Environmental Protection; and providing for vacancy in the office of Secretary of Environmental Protection.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, providing for the election of the Secretary of Environmental Protection; further providing for the qualifications of the Secretary of Environmental Protection; and providing for vacancy in the office of Secretary of Environmental Protection.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2607/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2607","sponsor":"Jesse White"},
{"bill_id":433114,"bill_number":"SB1109","title":"In assault, further providing for the offense of assault of law enforcement officer.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of assault of law enforcement officer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-04","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-09-04","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1109/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1109","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":433118,"bill_number":"SB1110","title":"Abolishing annual charges for the use of the Commonwealth's submerged lands; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 26, 1978 (P.L.1375, No.325), known as the Dam Safety and Encroachments Act, abolishing annual charges for the use of the Commonwealth's submerged lands; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-04","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-09-04","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1110/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1110","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":433123,"bill_number":"SB1112","title":"In financial responsibility, further providing for required financial responsibility.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in financial responsibility, further providing for required financial responsibility.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-04","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-04","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1112/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1112","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":433126,"bill_number":"SB1113","title":"Further providing for inheritance tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for inheritance tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-04","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-09-04","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1113/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1113","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":433128,"bill_number":"HB2608","title":"Further providing for definitions, for disqualification and forfeiture of benefits and for restitution for monetary loss; and repealing retroactivity provisions.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1978 (P.L.752, No.140), known as the Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act, further providing for definitions, for disqualification and forfeiture of benefits and for restitution for monetary loss; and repealing retroactivity provisions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2608/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2608","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":433129,"bill_number":"HR828","title":"Designating September 21, 2012, as \"POW/MIA Recognition Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating September 21, 2012, as \"POW/MIA Recognition Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR828/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=828","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":433134,"bill_number":"SB1586","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, further providing for requirements relating to voter identification; in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for applications for official absentee ballots, for approval of application for absentee ballot, for delivering or mailing ballots, for canvassing of official absentee ballots and for public records; in penalties, further providing for enforcement; and making a related repeal.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 3, 1937 (P.L.1333, No.320), known as the Pennsylvania Election Code, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, further providing for requirements relating to voter identification; in preparation for and conduct of primaries and elections, further providing for manner of applying to vote, persons entitled to vote, voter's certificates, entries to be made in district register, numbered lists of voters and challenges; in voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for applications for official absentee ballots, for approval of application for absentee ballot, for delivering or mailing ballots, for canvassing of official absentee ballots and for public records; in penalties, further providing for enforcement; and making a related repeal.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1586/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1586","sponsor":"Daylin Leach"},
{"bill_id":433135,"bill_number":"SB192","title":"In bonds and recognizances, amending provisions relating to professional bondsmen; and providing for a private cause of action.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in bonds and recognizances, amending provisions relating to professional bondsmen; and providing for a private cause of action.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-05","last_action":"Referred to BANKING AND INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-09-05","committee":"Banking & Insurance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB192/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=192","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":433138,"bill_number":"HB2609","title":"Further providing for minimum wages.","description":"An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P.L.11, No.5), known as The Minimum Wage Act of 1968, further providing for minimum wages.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2609/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2609","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":433142,"bill_number":"HB2610","title":"Further providing for meeting or overtaking school bus and for general requirements for other vehicles transporting school children.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for meeting or overtaking school bus and for general requirements for other vehicles transporting school children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2610/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2610","sponsor":"Jewell Williams"},
{"bill_id":433145,"bill_number":"HB2611","title":"Further providing for verification of residence, for period of registration, for registry and for verification by sexual offenders and Pennsylvania State Police.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for verification of residence, for period of registration, for registry and for verification by sexual offenders and Pennsylvania State Police.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2611/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2611","sponsor":"Ed Neilson"},
{"bill_id":433146,"bill_number":"HR830","title":"A Concurrent Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the establishment, implementation and administration of fees for the consumptive use and degradation of water by large commercial users.","description":"A Concurrent Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the establishment, implementation and administration of fees for the consumptive use and degradation of water by large commercial users.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR830/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=830","sponsor":"John Hornaman"},
{"bill_id":433149,"bill_number":"SB1035","title":"In licensing of drivers, further providing for expiration and renewal of drivers' licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, further providing for expiration and renewal of drivers' licenses.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-07","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-07","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1035/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1035","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":433151,"bill_number":"HB2612","title":"Providing for the restoration of cemeteries.","description":"An Act amending Title 9 (Burial Grounds) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the restoration of cemeteries.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2612/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2612","sponsor":"Thomas Caltagirone"},
{"bill_id":433158,"bill_number":"HR831","title":"Designating October 15, 2012, as \"White Cane Safety Day\" in Pennsylvania; the week of October 8 through 15, 2012, as \"White Cane Week\" in Pennsylvania; and the month of October 2012 as \"Blindness Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 15, 2012, as \"White Cane Safety Day\" in Pennsylvania; the week of October 8 through 15, 2012, as \"White Cane Week\" in Pennsylvania; and the month of October 2012 as \"Blindness Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR831/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=831","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":433159,"bill_number":"HB2613","title":"Designating March 30 of each year as \"Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day.\"","description":"An Act designating March 30 of each year as \"Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day.\"","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2613/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2613","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":433203,"bill_number":"HR833","title":"Recognizing August 27, 2012, as \"LeRoy W. Homer, Jr. Day\" in Pennsylvania and honoring Mr. LeRoy W. Homer, Jr.'s accomplishments and bravery as an inspiration for the next generation of pilots.","description":"A Resolution recognizing August 27, 2012, as \"LeRoy W. Homer, Jr. Day\" in Pennsylvania and honoring Mr. LeRoy W. Homer, Jr.'s accomplishments and bravery as an inspiration for the next generation of pilots.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR833/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=833","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":433209,"bill_number":"HR832","title":"Honoring the life and service of Jane C. Salay and extending condolences to her family, friends and colleagues.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and service of Jane C. Salay and extending condolences to her family, friends and colleagues.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR832/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=832","sponsor":"Ted Harhai"},
{"bill_id":433215,"bill_number":"HB2619","title":"Providing for credit report requirement.","description":"An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, providing for credit report requirement.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2619/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2619","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":433222,"bill_number":"HB2618","title":"Further providing for duties of State Athletic Commission; in boxing, further providing for age of participants, for gloves and for contracts; in wrestling, further providing for definitions, for physician to be in attendance and for penalties; and, in registration of athlete agents, further providing for bonding requirements.","description":"An Act amending Title 5 (Athletics and Sports) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for duties of State Athletic Commission; in boxing, further providing for age of participants, for gloves and for contracts; in wrestling, further providing for definitions, for physician to be in attendance and for penalties; and, in registration of athlete agents, further providing for bonding requirements.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-18","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-18","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2618/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2618","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":433228,"bill_number":"HB2617","title":"Regulating tattoo, body-piercing and corrective cosmetic artists; limiting tongue splitting; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Health; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act regulating tattoo, body-piercing and corrective cosmetic artists; limiting tongue splitting; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Health; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-18","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-09-18","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2617/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2617","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":433235,"bill_number":"HB2616","title":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions.","description":"A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for exemptions and special provisions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2616/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2616","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":433241,"bill_number":"HB2615","title":"Providing for special tax provisions for assessment values for longtime owner-occupants.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 28, 1953 (P.L.723, No.230), known as the Second Class County Code, providing for special tax provisions for assessment values for longtime owner-occupants.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-18","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-18","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2615/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2615","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":433247,"bill_number":"HB2614","title":"Further providing for definitions, for traffic-control signals, for pedestrian-control signals and for right-of-way of pedestrians in crosswalks.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for traffic-control signals, for pedestrian-control signals and for right-of-way of pedestrians in crosswalks.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2614/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2614","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":433254,"bill_number":"HR834","title":"Honoring all fire police officers for their dedication in providing service to Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring all fire police officers for their dedication in providing service to Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR834/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=834","sponsor":"Richard Mirabito"},
{"bill_id":433273,"bill_number":"HB2621","title":"In departmental powers and duties as to licensing, further providing for definitions and for regulations.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in departmental powers and duties as to licensing, further providing for definitions and for regulations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-18","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-09-18","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2621/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2621","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":433289,"bill_number":"HB2620","title":"Providing for a natural gas vehicle tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a natural gas vehicle tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2620/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2620","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":433359,"bill_number":"HB2622","title":"In inspection of vehicles, further providing for inspection by police or Commonwealth personnel; in enforcement, further providing for investigation by police officers.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inspection of vehicles, further providing for inspection by police or Commonwealth personnel; in enforcement, further providing for investigation by police officers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2622/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2622","sponsor":"Frank Burns"},
{"bill_id":433366,"bill_number":"HB2623","title":"In inspection of vehicles, further providing for inspection by police or Commonwealth personnel; and in enforcement, further providing for investigation by police officers.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inspection of vehicles, further providing for inspection by police or Commonwealth personnel; and in enforcement, further providing for investigation by police officers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2623/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2623","sponsor":"Frank Burns"},
{"bill_id":433371,"bill_number":"HB2624","title":"Designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 376 in Moon Township, Allegheny County, commonly known as the Ewing Road interchange, as the Jack W. Wise Interchange.","description":"An Act designating a portion of Pennsylvania Route 376 in Moon Township, Allegheny County, commonly known as the Ewing Road interchange, as the Jack W. Wise Interchange.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2624/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2624","sponsor":"Thomas Mustio"},
{"bill_id":433379,"bill_number":"HR836","title":"Honoring the memory of Officer Kathryn M. Battle, who passed away at the age of fifty-seven on September 3, 2012.","description":"A Resolution honoring the memory of Officer Kathryn M. Battle, who passed away at the age of fifty-seven on September 3, 2012.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR836/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=836","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":433385,"bill_number":"HR835","title":"Honoring the life of Philadelphia Police Officer Moses Walker, Jr., who died in the line of duty when he was shot and killed on August 18, 2012, while walking home from his \"last out\" shift at North Philadelphia's 22nd District.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of Philadelphia Police Officer Moses Walker, Jr., who died in the line of duty when he was shot and killed on August 18, 2012, while walking home from his \"last out\" shift at North Philadelphia's 22nd District.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR835/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=835","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":433392,"bill_number":"HB2625","title":"Further providing for exceptions for public records.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, further providing for exceptions for public records.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2625/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2625","sponsor":"John Maher"},
{"bill_id":433393,"bill_number":"HR829","title":"Recognizing and honoring Army Sergeant Leslie Halasz Sabo, Jr., posthumous recipient of the Medal of Honor.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and honoring Army Sergeant Leslie Halasz Sabo, Jr., posthumous recipient of the Medal of Honor.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR829/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=829","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":433394,"bill_number":"HR837","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"Lifesharing Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"Lifesharing Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR837/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=837","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":433417,"bill_number":"HR838","title":"Acknowledging the celebration of \"Adult Day Services Week\" in Pennsylvania during the week of September 16 through 22, 2012, and the contribution of adult day services providers in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution acknowledging the celebration of \"Adult Day Services Week\" in Pennsylvania during the week of September 16 through 22, 2012, and the contribution of adult day services providers in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR838/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=838","sponsor":"Chris Ross"},
{"bill_id":433451,"bill_number":"HR839","title":"Designating the month of September 2012 as \"Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2012 as \"Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR839/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=839","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":433464,"bill_number":"SB699","title":"In ownership of property and legal title and equitable estate, further providing for right to dispose of a decedent's remains.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in ownership of property and legal title and equitable estate, further providing for right to dispose of a decedent's remains.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-19","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-09-19","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB699/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=699","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":433471,"bill_number":"SB965","title":"Providing for the offense of recruiting criminal street gang members and for sentencing for offenses committed in association with a criminal street gang.","description":"An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the offense of recruiting criminal street gang members and for sentencing for offenses committed in association with a criminal street gang.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-09-19","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB965/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=965","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":433477,"bill_number":"SB1589","title":"Further providing for creation of neighborhood improvement district management association.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 21, 1998 (P.L.1307, No.174), known as the Community and Economic Improvement Act, further providing for creation of neighborhood improvement district management association.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-19","last_action":"Referred to COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-19","committee":"Community, Economic & Recreational Development","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1589/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1589","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":433483,"bill_number":"SR342","title":"Expressing support for the Nation of Israel and for its right to live in peace and to defend itself; and commending Israel for its cordial and mutually beneficial relationship with the United States and with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution expressing support for the Nation of Israel and for its right to live in peace and to defend itself; and commending Israel for its cordial and mutually beneficial relationship with the United States and with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR342/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=342","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":433490,"bill_number":"HB2627","title":"Further providing for DARE plate and for payments to special funds.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for DARE plate and for payments to special funds.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2627/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2627","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":433496,"bill_number":"HR809","title":"Honoring the life of fallen firefighter Lieutenant Daniel Sweeney of Philadelphia County and extending condolences on his death to his family, friends and coworkers.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of fallen firefighter Lieutenant Daniel Sweeney of Philadelphia County and extending condolences on his death to his family, friends and coworkers.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR809/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=809","sponsor":"Kevin Boyle"},
{"bill_id":433502,"bill_number":"HR817","title":"Honoring the life of fallen firefighter Captain Robert Neary, who paid the supreme sacrifice on April 9, 2012, while in the line of duty in the City of Philadelphia and extending condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of fallen firefighter Captain Robert Neary, who paid the supreme sacrifice on April 9, 2012, while in the line of duty in the City of Philadelphia and extending condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR817/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=817","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":433509,"bill_number":"HR840","title":"Urging The Pennsylvania State University and the National Collegiate Athletic Association's Child Sexual Abuse Endowment Task Force to use the endowment created pursuant to the consent decree between The Pennsylvania State University and the National Collegiate Athletic Association to fund Pennsylvania's children's advocacy centers.","description":"A Resolution urging The Pennsylvania State University and the National Collegiate Athletic Association's Child Sexual Abuse Endowment Task Force to use the endowment created pursuant to the consent decree between The Pennsylvania State University and the National Collegiate Athletic Association to fund Pennsylvania's children's advocacy centers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Reported as amended","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR840/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=840","sponsor":"Juliann Harhart"},
{"bill_id":433515,"bill_number":"HR841","title":"Designating the month of September 2012 as \"Emergency Preparedness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2012 as \"Emergency Preparedness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR841/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=841","sponsor":"Stephen Barrar"},
{"bill_id":433522,"bill_number":"HR842","title":"Recognizing the 236th anniversary of the ratification of the Pennsylvania Constitution of September 28, 1776.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 236th anniversary of the ratification of the Pennsylvania Constitution of September 28, 1776.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR842/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=842","sponsor":"Madeleine Dean Cunnane"},
{"bill_id":433527,"bill_number":"HR875","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"Agent Orange Recognition Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"Agent Orange Recognition Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR875/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=875","sponsor":"Matthew Gabler"},
{"bill_id":433528,"bill_number":"HB2628","title":"Further providing for findings and declarations of policy, for regulations, insignia of certification required, for promulgation of rules and regulations by the department and for recognition of certification of other states or the Federal Government.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 11, 1972 (P.L.286, No.70), known as the Industrialized Housing Act, further providing for findings and declarations of policy, for regulations, insignia of certification required, for promulgation of rules and regulations by the department and for recognition of certification of other states or the Federal Government.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2628/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2628","sponsor":"Ryan Aument"},
{"bill_id":433557,"bill_number":"HB2409","title":"Providing for actions for costs of care of seized animals.","description":"An Act providing for actions for costs of care of seized animals.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2409/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2409","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":433563,"bill_number":"HB2629","title":"Selecting, designating and adopting Pennsylvania sweet corn as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act selecting, designating and adopting Pennsylvania sweet corn as the official vegetable of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2629/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2629","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":433571,"bill_number":"HB2630","title":"Adding definitions; further providing for prohibited means of destroying animals, for methods of destruction of animals, for administration of drugs, for exclusions, for use of carbon monoxide systems and for use of drugs by humane societies and animal shelters; providing for disclosure; further providing for existing devices, for surplus funds and for penalties; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.303, No.83), referred to as the Animal Destruction Method Authorization Law, adding definitions; further providing for prohibited means of destroying animals, for methods of destruction of animals, for administration of drugs, for exclusions, for use of carbon monoxide systems and for use of drugs by humane societies and animal shelters; providing for disclosure; further providing for existing devices, for surplus funds and for penalties; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-24","last_action":"Act No. 182","last_action_date":"2012-10-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2630/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2630","sponsor":"John Maher"},
{"bill_id":433577,"bill_number":"HB2631","title":"Providing for a prohibition on eligibility expansions for voluntary populations.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for a prohibition on eligibility expansions for voluntary populations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2631/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2631","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":433585,"bill_number":"HR843","title":"Recognizing and congratulating the City of Allentown on the 250th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and congratulating the City of Allentown on the 250th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR843/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=843","sponsor":"Jennifer Mann"},
{"bill_id":433591,"bill_number":"HR844","title":"Designating the month of September 2012 as \"Childhood Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania, honoring those young people who have lost their lives to childhood cancer, expressing gratitude to the doctors and nurses who provide special care to patients and families affected by childhood cancer, and encouraging all citizens to join the fight against childhood cancer in this Commonwealth.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2012 as \"Childhood Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania, honoring those young people who have lost their lives to childhood cancer, expressing gratitude to the doctors and nurses who provide special care to patients and families affected by childhood cancer, and encouraging all citizens to join the fight against childhood cancer in this Commonwealth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR844/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=844","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":433597,"bill_number":"HR845","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to pass Federal funds on to states via block grants to be used for public welfare and medical assistance purposes which would provide the Commonwealth with the flexibility to manage and design the programs for greater efficiencies in the delivery of care.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to pass Federal funds on to states via block grants to be used for public welfare and medical assistance purposes which would provide the Commonwealth with the flexibility to manage and design the programs for greater efficiencies in the delivery of care.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR845/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=845","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":433614,"bill_number":"HR850","title":"Commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Loyal War Governors' Conference in Altoona, Blair County.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Loyal War Governors' Conference in Altoona, Blair County.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR850/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=850","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":433616,"bill_number":"HR849","title":"Recognizing the contributions of Dr. Maurice K. Goddard to the Commonwealth in the 100-year anniversary of his birth.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the contributions of Dr. Maurice K. Goddard to the Commonwealth in the 100-year anniversary of his birth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR849/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=849","sponsor":"Mark Longietti"},
{"bill_id":433619,"bill_number":"HR848","title":"Recognizing September 22, 2012, as \"National Hunting and Fishing Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 22, 2012, as \"National Hunting and Fishing Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR848/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=848","sponsor":"Edward Staback"},
{"bill_id":433621,"bill_number":"HR847","title":"Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors - Greater Harrisburg.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the founding of the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors - Greater Harrisburg.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR847/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=847","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":433624,"bill_number":"HR846","title":"Commemorating the 226th anniversary of the establishment of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 226th anniversary of the establishment of the Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR846/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=846","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":433625,"bill_number":"HB2634","title":"Providing for the use of certain historical writings, documents and records in public schools and during public school events; and prohibiting censorship based on religious or other references in certain historical writings, documents and records.","description":"An Act providing for the use of certain historical writings, documents and records in public schools and during public school events; and prohibiting censorship based on religious or other references in certain historical writings, documents and records.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2634/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2634","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":433626,"bill_number":"HB2632","title":"Providing for the public display of the foundation of American law and government.","description":"An Act providing for the public display of the foundation of American law and government.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2632/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2632","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":433628,"bill_number":"SB1592","title":"In food protection, further providing for required licenses and for registration of food establishments.","description":"An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in food protection, further providing for required licenses and for registration of food establishments.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-21","last_action":"Referred to AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-09-21","committee":"Agriculture & Rural Affairs","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1592/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1592","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":433630,"bill_number":"SB1591","title":"In regulation of medical professional liability insurance, repealing provisions relating to reports to commissioner and claims information.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 20, 2002 (P.L.154, No.13), known as the Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error (Mcare) Act, in regulation of medical professional liability insurance, repealing provisions relating to reports to commissioner and claims information.","status_desc":"Engrossed","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Removed from table","last_action_date":"2012-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1591/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1591","sponsor":"Michael Folmer"},
{"bill_id":433632,"bill_number":"SB1114","title":"Further providing for the definition of \"crimes related to public office or public employment.\"","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1978 (P.L.752, No.140), known as the Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act, further providing for the definition of \"crimes related to public office or public employment.\"","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-09-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1114/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1114","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":433635,"bill_number":"SB1111","title":"Amending the act of June 9, 1936 (Sp. Sess., P.L.13, No.4), entitled, as reenacted and amended, \"An act imposing an emergency State tax on liquor, as herein defined, sold by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board; providing for the collection and payment of such tax; and imposing duties upon the Department of Revenue and the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board,\" further providing for the distribution of the proceeds from the tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 9, 1936 (Sp. Sess., P.L.13, No.4), entitled, as reenacted and amended, \"An act imposing an emergency State tax on liquor, as herein defined, sold by the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board; providing for the collection and payment of such tax; and imposing duties upon the Department of Revenue and the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board,\" further providing for the distribution of the proceeds from the tax.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-21","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-09-21","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1111/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1111","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":433637,"bill_number":"HR853","title":"Amending House Rule 14.","description":"A Resolution amending House Rule 14.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-26","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-09-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR853/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=853","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":433640,"bill_number":"HR852","title":"Designating October 18, 2012, as \"Lights on Afterschool! Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 18, 2012, as \"Lights on Afterschool! Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR852/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=852","sponsor":"Doyle Heffley"},
{"bill_id":433643,"bill_number":"HR851","title":"Honoring the the University of Pennsylvania's Fels Institute of Government on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution honoring the the University of Pennsylvania's Fels Institute of Government on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR851/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=851","sponsor":"John Bear"},
{"bill_id":433646,"bill_number":"HB2637","title":"Providing for limitations on certain additional expenses of the General Assembly.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, providing for limitations on certain additional expenses of the General Assembly.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-26","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-09-26","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2637/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2637","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":433648,"bill_number":"HB2636","title":"In certification of teachers, further providing for program of continuing professional education; in safe schools, further providing for definitions, for reporting and for policy relating to bullying and providing for powers and duties of Department of Education; and, in State System of Higher Education, providing for antiharassment, bullying and cyberbullying policies and procedures.","description":"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 program of continuing professional education; in safe schools, further providing for definitions, for reporting and for policy relating to bullying and providing for powers and duties of Department of Education; and, in State System of Higher Education, providing for antiharassment, bullying and cyberbullying policies and procedures.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2636/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2636","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":433650,"bill_number":"HB2635","title":"Authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to release, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the West Rockhill - Sellersville Joint Recreation Authority, Bucks County; authorizing the conveyance of an easement and the release of Project 70 restrictions imposed on a portion of land owned by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, in return for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on certain land being conveyed to the commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, and other terms and conditions; authorizing the sale and transfer of title for Project 70 lands owned by Erie County to Springfield Township, Erie County; authorizing Westmoreland County to convey and transfer a fee interest in certain Project 70 land in Unity Township free of Project 70 restrictions in return for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on other land in Unity Township to be acquired by Westmoreland County; and authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the Governor, to grant and convey to QRS Realty Corp. certain lands and building situate in the City of Erie, Erie County.","description":"An Act authorizing the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to release, upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, Project 70 restrictions on certain land owned by the West Rockhill - Sellersville Joint Recreation Authority, Bucks County; authorizing the conveyance of an easement and the release of Project 70 restrictions imposed on a portion of land owned by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, in return for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on certain land being conveyed to the commission in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, and other terms and conditions; authorizing the sale and transfer of title for Project 70 lands owned by Erie County to Springfield Township, Erie County; authorizing Westmoreland County to convey and transfer a fee interest in certain Project 70 land in Unity Township free of Project 70 restrictions in return for the imposition of Project 70 restrictions on other land in Unity Township to be acquired by Westmoreland County; and authorizing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and the Governor, to grant and convey to QRS Realty Corp. certain lands and building situate in the City of Erie, Erie County.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2635/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2635","sponsor":"John Evans"},
{"bill_id":433677,"bill_number":"HB2638","title":"Further providing for definitions, for regulations and for club licensee.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for definitions, for regulations and for club licensee.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2638/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2638","sponsor":"Richard Saccone"},
{"bill_id":433689,"bill_number":"HR854","title":"Designating October 10, 2012, as \"Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 10, 2012, as \"Put the Brakes on Fatalities Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR854/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=854","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":433701,"bill_number":"HR855","title":"Designating the week of September 10 through 14, 2012, as \"Health Information Technology Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of September 10 through 14, 2012, as \"Health Information Technology Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR855/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=855","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":433705,"bill_number":"HB2639","title":"Further providing for transfers not subject to tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for transfers not subject to tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2639/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2639","sponsor":"Stephen Bloom"},
{"bill_id":433706,"bill_number":"HB2640","title":"Providing for the tourism marketing and promotion tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for the tourism marketing and promotion tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Referred to TOURISM AND RECREATIONAL DEVELOPMENT","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":"Tourism & Recreational Development","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2640/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2640","sponsor":"Jerry Stern"},
{"bill_id":433707,"bill_number":"HR856","title":"Honoring the 100th anniversary of West Philadelphia High School in the City of Philadelphia.","description":"A Resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of West Philadelphia High School in the City of Philadelphia.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR856/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=856","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":433708,"bill_number":"HR857","title":"Celebrating the life and honoring the extraordinary contributions of Neil Alden Armstrong, an American hero who made the \"giant leap for mankind\" as the first man to walk on the moon.","description":"A Resolution celebrating the life and honoring the extraordinary contributions of Neil Alden Armstrong, an American hero who made the \"giant leap for mankind\" as the first man to walk on the moon.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR857/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=857","sponsor":"Michael McGeehan"},
{"bill_id":433709,"bill_number":"HR858","title":"Designating the month of September 2012 as \"Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2012 as \"Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Adopted (198-0)","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR858/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=858","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":433710,"bill_number":"HR859","title":"Honoring Mr. Andrew J. Sordoni III for his outstanding and dedicated service to society, including his 40 years of service as a member of the board of directors of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry.","description":"A Resolution honoring Mr. Andrew J. Sordoni III for his outstanding and dedicated service to society, including his 40 years of service as a member of the board of directors of the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR859/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=859","sponsor":"Sandra Major"},
{"bill_id":433711,"bill_number":"HR860","title":"Designating October 14, 2012, as \"Pulaski Day\" and the month of October 2012 as \"Polish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania, commemorating the 233rd anniversary of General Casimir Pulaski's death and recognizing the important contributions of Polish Americans to this nation's history, and extending best wishes to the Polish American community in Philadelphia on the 79th anniversary of the Pulaski Day Parade.","description":"A Resolution designating October 14, 2012, as \"Pulaski Day\" and the month of October 2012 as \"Polish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania, commemorating the 233rd anniversary of General Casimir Pulaski's death and recognizing the important contributions of Polish Americans to this nation's history, and extending best wishes to the Polish American community in Philadelphia on the 79th anniversary of the Pulaski Day Parade.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR860/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=860","sponsor":"John Taylor"},
{"bill_id":433712,"bill_number":"SB1107","title":"Providing for use of public funds for abortion.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for use of public funds for abortion.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1107/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1107","sponsor":"John Eichelberger"},
{"bill_id":433713,"bill_number":"SB1284","title":"Further providing for the calculation of military members' State Employees' Retirement System benefits.","description":"An Act amending Titles 51 (Military Affairs) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the calculation of military members' State Employees' Retirement System benefits.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Re-referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1284/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1284","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":433715,"bill_number":"SB1593","title":"Designating the Murtland Avenue Exit from Interstates 79 and 70 onto State Route 19 in Washington, Washington County, as the Lance Corporal Ryan J. Kovacicek, USMC, Exit.","description":"An Act designating the Murtland Avenue Exit from Interstates 79 and 70 onto State Route 19 in Washington, Washington County, as the Lance Corporal Ryan J. Kovacicek, USMC, Exit.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1593/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1593","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":433716,"bill_number":"SB1594","title":"In municipal police education and training, further providing for definitions.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in municipal police education and training, further providing for definitions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Referred to LAW AND JUSTICE","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":"Law & Justice","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1594/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1594","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":433717,"bill_number":"SR344","title":"Designating October 18, 2012, as \"Conflict Resolution Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 18, 2012, as \"Conflict Resolution Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR344/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=344","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":433718,"bill_number":"SR345","title":"Recognizing September 22, 2012, as \"National Falls Prevention Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 22, 2012, as \"National Falls Prevention Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR345/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=345","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":433719,"bill_number":"SR346","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"Domestic Violence Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"Domestic Violence Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR346/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=346","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":433720,"bill_number":"SR347","title":"Recognizing September 2012 as \"Hunger Action Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 2012 as \"Hunger Action Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR347/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=347","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":433721,"bill_number":"SR348","title":"Designating the month of September 2012 as \"Emergency Preparedness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of September 2012 as \"Emergency Preparedness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR348/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=348","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":433722,"bill_number":"SR349","title":"Recognizing the month of October 2012 as \"National Principals Month\" in Pennsylvania and honoring the contribution of principals in the elementary schools, middle schools and high schools of our nation.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of October 2012 as \"National Principals Month\" in Pennsylvania and honoring the contribution of principals in the elementary schools, middle schools and high schools of our nation.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR349/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=349","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":433723,"bill_number":"SR350","title":"Designating September 21, 2012, as \"POW/MIA Recognition Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating September 21, 2012, as \"POW/MIA Recognition Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR350/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=350","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":433724,"bill_number":"SR351","title":"Designating the week of September 24, 2012, as \"Animal Disaster Preparedness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of September 24, 2012, as \"Animal Disaster Preparedness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR351/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=351","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":433725,"bill_number":"SR352","title":"Recognizing the contributions of Dr. Maurice K. Goddard, former Secretary of Forests and Waters and Secretary of Environmental Resources, to the Commonwealth on the 100-year anniversary of his birth.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the contributions of Dr. Maurice K. Goddard, former Secretary of Forests and Waters and Secretary of Environmental Resources, to the Commonwealth on the 100-year anniversary of his birth.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR352/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=352","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":433726,"bill_number":"SR353","title":"Recognizing the month of September 2012 as \"Infant Mortality Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2012 as \"Infant Mortality Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR353/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=353","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":433727,"bill_number":"SR354","title":"Supporting the ideals of Peace Day, September 21, 2012.","description":"A Resolution supporting the ideals of Peace Day, September 21, 2012.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR354/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=354","sponsor":"Lawrence Farnese"},
{"bill_id":433728,"bill_number":"SR355","title":"Commending the Chiropractic Fellowship of Pennsylvania for its educational efforts, and recognizing the month of September 2012 as \"Vertebral Subluxation Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution commending the Chiropractic Fellowship of Pennsylvania for its educational efforts, and recognizing the month of September 2012 as \"Vertebral Subluxation Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR355/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=355","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":433729,"bill_number":"SR356","title":"Observing September 15 through October 15, 2012, as \"Hispanic Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution observing September 15 through October 15, 2012, as \"Hispanic Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR356/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=356","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":433730,"bill_number":"SR357","title":"Designating September 30, 2012, as \"Gold Star Mother's Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating September 30, 2012, as \"Gold Star Mother's Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-24","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-24","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR357/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=357","sponsor":"Shirley Kitchen"},
{"bill_id":433762,"bill_number":"HB2642","title":"Further providing for definitions, for appointment of conservator and for sale of property.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 26, 2008 (P.L.1672, No.135), known as the Abandoned and Blighted Property Conservatorship Act, further providing for definitions, for appointment of conservator and for sale of property.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-26","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-09-26","committee":"Urban Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2642/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2642","sponsor":"John Taylor"},
{"bill_id":433778,"bill_number":"HR861","title":"Congratulating and recognizing Pennsylvania's American Indian peoples and communities and recognizing the first Saturday in October of every year as \"Indigenous Peoples Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution congratulating and recognizing Pennsylvania's American Indian peoples and communities and recognizing the first Saturday in October of every year as \"Indigenous Peoples Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR861/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=861","sponsor":"Vanessa Brown"},
{"bill_id":433794,"bill_number":"HR862","title":"Recognizing October 2012 as \"American Art and Craft Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing October 2012 as \"American Art and Craft Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR862/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=862","sponsor":"Scott Boyd"},
{"bill_id":433810,"bill_number":"SB1595","title":"Clarifying the scope of the act.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 8, 1978 (P.L.752, No.140), known as the Public Employee Pension Forfeiture Act, clarifying the scope of the act.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1595/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1595","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":433814,"bill_number":"HB2633","title":"Providing for establishment of Innovate Pennsylvania Program, for sale of premium tax credits, for yearly payments, for premium tax credit certificate, for default, for annual limitation, for duties of the General Assembly, for carryover, carryback, refund and assignment, for repayment, for guidelines and for reports.","description":"An Act providing for establishment of Innovate Pennsylvania Program, for sale of premium tax credits, for yearly payments, for premium tax credit certificate, for default, for annual limitation, for duties of the General Assembly, for carryover, carryback, refund and assignment, for repayment, for guidelines and for reports.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-27","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-09-27","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2633/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2633","sponsor":"Warren Kampf"},
{"bill_id":433815,"bill_number":"HB2641","title":"In child protective services, further providing for persons required to report suspected child abuse.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child protective services, further providing for persons required to report suspected child abuse.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-09-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2641/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2641","sponsor":"Ryan Aument"},
{"bill_id":433817,"bill_number":"HB2643","title":"Further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for requirement for periodic inspection of vehicles.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-26","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-26","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2643/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2643","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":433820,"bill_number":"HB2644","title":"Further providing for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-26","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-09-26","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2644/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2644","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":433823,"bill_number":"HB2645","title":"In special damages, further providing for actions on insurance policies.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in special damages, further providing for actions on insurance policies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-26","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-09-26","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2645/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2645","sponsor":"Bryan Barbin"},
{"bill_id":433826,"bill_number":"HR863","title":"Recognizing the month of September 2012 as \"Hunger Action Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2012 as \"Hunger Action Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR863/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=863","sponsor":"John Myers"},
{"bill_id":433829,"bill_number":"HR864","title":"Designating October 2012 as \"Pennsylvania's Promise for Children Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 2012 as \"Pennsylvania's Promise for Children Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR864/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=864","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":433831,"bill_number":"HR865","title":"Honoring Irwin \"Sonny\" Popowsky for his 33 years of service in the Office of Consumer Advocate.","description":"A Resolution honoring Irwin \"Sonny\" Popowsky for his 33 years of service in the Office of Consumer Advocate.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR865/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=865","sponsor":"Phyllis Mundy"},
{"bill_id":433835,"bill_number":"HR866","title":"Designating the week of October 1 through 5, 2012, as \"JobTrak PA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 1 through 5, 2012, as \"JobTrak PA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR866/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=866","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":433838,"bill_number":"HR867","title":"Recognizing the contributions that Pittsburgh Steelers player Ryan Clark has made to the fight against sickle cell anemia.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the contributions that Pittsburgh Steelers player Ryan Clark has made to the fight against sickle cell anemia.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR867/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=867","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":433861,"bill_number":"SR363","title":"Designating October 1, 2012, as \"Interior Design Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 1, 2012, as \"Interior Design Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR363/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=363","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":433862,"bill_number":"SR362","title":"Designating September 27, 2012, as \"First Responder Appreciation Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating September 27, 2012, as \"First Responder Appreciation Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR362/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=362","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":433863,"bill_number":"SR361","title":"Designating September 10, 2012, as \"World Suicide Prevention Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating September 10, 2012, as \"World Suicide Prevention Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR361/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=361","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":433864,"bill_number":"SR360","title":"Recognizing the month of September 2012 as \"Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania, and commending the Buoniconti Fund for its ongoing support of research to find a cure for spinal cord injury paralysis.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of September 2012 as \"Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania, and commending the Buoniconti Fund for its ongoing support of research to find a cure for spinal cord injury paralysis.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR360/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=360","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":433865,"bill_number":"SR359","title":"Recognizing September 22, 2012, as \"National Hunting and Fishing Day.\"","description":"A Resolution recognizing September 22, 2012, as \"National Hunting and Fishing Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR359/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=359","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":433866,"bill_number":"SR358","title":"Designating the week of October 21 through 27, 2012, as \"Respiratory Care Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending respiratory therapists for their outstanding contributions to health care.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 21 through 27, 2012, as \"Respiratory Care Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending respiratory therapists for their outstanding contributions to health care.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-09-25","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-09-25","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR358/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=358","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":433869,"bill_number":"HB2646","title":"Further providing for contracts and execution and form.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for contracts and execution and form.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2646/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2646","sponsor":"Martin Schmotzer"},
{"bill_id":433870,"bill_number":"HB2647","title":"Further providing for qualifications.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, further providing for qualifications.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-09-26","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-09-26","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2647/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2647","sponsor":"Martin Schmotzer"},
{"bill_id":433871,"bill_number":"HB2648","title":"Providing for payment options.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, providing for payment options.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2648/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2648","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":433872,"bill_number":"HB2649","title":"Further providing for legislative intent, for definitions, for games of chance permitted, for prize limits, for sales limited, for regulations of department, for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance, for special permits, for club licensee, for distribution of proceeds, for records, for raffle tickets, for weekly drawings, for revocation of licenses, for enforcement, for certain persons prohibited, for civil penalties and for criminal penalties.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for legislative intent, for definitions, for games of chance permitted, for prize limits, for sales limited, for regulations of department, for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance, for special permits, for club licensee, for distribution of proceeds, for records, for raffle tickets, for weekly drawings, for revocation of licenses, for enforcement, for certain persons prohibited, for civil penalties and for criminal penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2649/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2649","sponsor":"Peter Daley"},
{"bill_id":433874,"bill_number":"HB2650","title":"In involuntary examination and treatment, further providing for court-ordered involuntary treatment not to exceed ninety days.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 9, 1976 (P.L.817, No.143), known as the Mental Health Procedures Act, in involuntary examination and treatment, further providing for court-ordered involuntary treatment not to exceed ninety days.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2650/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2650","sponsor":"David Millard"},
{"bill_id":433875,"bill_number":"HB2651","title":"In games of chance, further providing for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, in games of chance, further providing for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2651/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2651","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":433876,"bill_number":"HB2652","title":"In Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, further providing for parole power.","description":"An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, further providing for parole power.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2652/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2652","sponsor":"Ed Neilson"},
{"bill_id":433877,"bill_number":"HB2653","title":"Authorizing the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency to pay rewards for information leading to the arrest and conviction of certain perpetrators; and establishing the Law Enforcement Line of Duty Death Reward Fund.","description":"An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, authorizing the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency to pay rewards for information leading to the arrest and conviction of certain perpetrators; and establishing the Law Enforcement Line of Duty Death Reward Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2653/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2653","sponsor":"Ed Neilson"},
{"bill_id":433879,"bill_number":"HB2654","title":"Further providing for powers and duties of the commission; and establishing the Law Enforcement Line of Duty Death Reward Fund.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 22, 1978 (P.L.1166, No.274), referred to as the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency Law, further providing for powers and duties of the commission; and establishing the Law Enforcement Line of Duty Death Reward Fund.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2654/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2654","sponsor":"Ed Neilson"},
{"bill_id":433880,"bill_number":"HB2655","title":"Prohibiting the Commonwealth from planning, establishing or participating in a State health care exchange.","description":"An Act prohibiting the Commonwealth from planning, establishing or participating in a State health care exchange.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2655/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2655","sponsor":"Scott Perry"},
{"bill_id":433882,"bill_number":"HB2656","title":"Further providing for definitions; providing for personalized firearms; and prohibiting certain sales of firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; providing for personalized firearms; and prohibiting certain sales of firearms.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2656/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2656","sponsor":"Harold James"},
{"bill_id":433884,"bill_number":"HR868","title":"Condemning the horrific attack which occurred at the Sikh temple in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, on August 5, 2012; offering heartfelt condolences to the families, friends and loved ones of those who were killed; and expressing hope for a swift recovery of those who were wounded.","description":"A Resolution condemning the horrific attack which occurred at the Sikh temple in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, on August 5, 2012; offering heartfelt condolences to the families, friends and loved ones of those who were killed; and expressing hope for a swift recovery of those who were wounded.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR868/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=868","sponsor":"Margo Davidson"},
{"bill_id":433885,"bill_number":"HR869","title":"Urging the United States Congress to repeal Section 411(h) of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977.","description":"A Resolution urging the United States Congress to repeal Section 411(h) of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR869/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=869","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":433886,"bill_number":"HR870","title":"Designating October 6, 2012, as \"Demi Brae Cuccia Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 6, 2012, as \"Demi Brae Cuccia Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR870/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=870","sponsor":"Timothy Krieger"},
{"bill_id":433887,"bill_number":"HR871","title":"Honoring Specialist Cameron J. Stambaugh of Spring Grove, who was killed in action while serving in Afghanistan on July 8, 2012, by a roadside IED while riding in a vehicle.","description":"A Resolution honoring Specialist Cameron J. Stambaugh of Spring Grove, who was killed in action while serving in Afghanistan on July 8, 2012, by a roadside IED while riding in a vehicle.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR871/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=871","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":433888,"bill_number":"HR872","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to enact H.R. 1380 or S. 1863, the New Alternative Transportation to Give Americans Solutions Act of 2011.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to enact H.R. 1380 or S. 1863, the New Alternative Transportation to Give Americans Solutions Act of 2011.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR872/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=872","sponsor":"Ed Neilson"},
{"bill_id":433889,"bill_number":"HR873","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to support the development of smart gun technology and mandate gun manufacturers to produce such firearms.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to support the development of smart gun technology and mandate gun manufacturers to produce such firearms.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR873/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=873","sponsor":"Harold James"},
{"bill_id":433890,"bill_number":"HR874","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"Italian Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"Italian Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR874/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=874","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":433921,"bill_number":"HB2657","title":"Providing for per diem payments for members of the House of Representatives.","description":"An Act providing for per diem payments for members of the House of Representatives.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2657/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2657","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":433928,"bill_number":"HB2658","title":"In arson, criminal mischief and other property destruction, providing for the offense of interfering with agricultural operations.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in arson, criminal mischief and other property destruction, providing for the offense of interfering with agricultural operations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2658/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2658","sponsor":"Gary Haluska"},
{"bill_id":433934,"bill_number":"HB2659","title":"Further providing for definitions and for public Internet website; and providing for requirement for individuals using social networking websites.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions and for public Internet website; and providing for requirement for individuals using social networking websites.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2659/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2659","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":433941,"bill_number":"HR876","title":"Amending House Rule 14.","description":"A Resolution amending House Rule 14.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR876/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=876","sponsor":"Bradley Roae"},
{"bill_id":433946,"bill_number":"SB1590","title":"Further providing for administration and enforcement.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 10, 1999 (P.L.491, No.45), known as the Pennsylvania Construction Code Act, further providing for administration and enforcement.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-09-27","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-09-27","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1590/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1590","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":433985,"bill_number":"HB2660","title":"Further providing for exceptions for public records.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 14, 2008 (P.L.6, No.3), known as the Right-to-Know Law, further providing for exceptions for public records.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2660/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2660","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":434008,"bill_number":"HB2661","title":"In charter schools, further providing for powers of charter schools, for charter school requirements, for contents of application to establish a charter school and for funding for charter schools; providing for actual costs of education services, for annual reports and assessments of charter schools and for charter school fund balance limit; further providing for assessment and evaluation of cyber charter schools; and providing for cyber charter school fund balance limit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, further providing for powers of charter schools, for charter school requirements, for contents of application to establish a charter school and for funding for charter schools; providing for actual costs of education services, for annual reports and assessments of charter schools and for charter school fund balance limit; further providing for assessment and evaluation of cyber charter schools; and providing for cyber charter school fund balance limit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2661/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2661","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":434029,"bill_number":"HR877","title":"Designating October 21, 2012, as \"Biomedical Research Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 21, 2012, as \"Biomedical Research Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR877/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=877","sponsor":"Robert Godshall"},
{"bill_id":434040,"bill_number":"HR883","title":"Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the Center for Rural Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 25th anniversary of the Center for Rural Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR883/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=883","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":434041,"bill_number":"HR882","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"Pennsylvania Fire Prevention Month,\" observing the week of October 7 through 13, 2012, as \"National Fire Prevention Week,\" urging all Pennsylvanians to protect their homes and families by heeding the important safety messages of Fire Prevention Week 2012, and to support the many public safety activities and efforts of Pennsylvania's fire and emergency services and recognizing the efforts of all firefighters, fire service agencies and other first responders in preventing and combating fire dangers.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"Pennsylvania Fire Prevention Month,\" observing the week of October 7 through 13, 2012, as \"National Fire Prevention Week,\" urging all Pennsylvanians to protect their homes and families by heeding the important safety messages of Fire Prevention Week 2012, and to support the many public safety activities and efforts of Pennsylvania's fire and emergency services and recognizing the efforts of all firefighters, fire service agencies and other first responders in preventing and combating fire dangers.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR882/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=882","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":434043,"bill_number":"HR881","title":"Recognizing \"World Habitat Day\" on October 1, 2012.","description":"A Resolution recognizing \"World Habitat Day\" on October 1, 2012.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR881/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=881","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":434044,"bill_number":"HR879","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the Department of Public Welfare's proposal to begin collecting copayments.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study of the Department of Public Welfare's proposal to begin collecting copayments.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-09-28","last_action":"Laid on the table","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR879/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=879","sponsor":"Gene DiGirolamo"},
{"bill_id":434047,"bill_number":"HR878","title":"Honoring Mrs. T's Pierogies and declaring October 8, 2012, as \"Pierogy Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring Mrs. T's Pierogies and declaring October 8, 2012, as \"Pierogy Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR878/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=878","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":434048,"bill_number":"HB2662","title":"Requiring prescription drug benefits and health care policies to provide coverage and reimbursement for amino acid-based elemental formulas for the treatment of a disease or disorder.","description":"An Act requiring prescription drug benefits and health care policies to provide coverage and reimbursement for amino acid-based elemental formulas for the treatment of a disease or disorder.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2662/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2662","sponsor":"Dan Truitt"},
{"bill_id":434081,"bill_number":"SR364","title":"Urging the United States Fish and Wildlife Service to extend the hunting season for resident Canada geese in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution urging the United States Fish and Wildlife Service to extend the hunting season for resident Canada geese in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR364/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=364","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":434088,"bill_number":"SB1603","title":"Further providing for license costs and fees.","description":"An Act amending Title 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for license costs and fees.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to GAME AND FISHERIES","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Game & Fisheries","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1603/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1603","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":434095,"bill_number":"SB1600","title":"Providing for the Innovate in PA Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for the Innovate in PA Program.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1600/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1600","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":434104,"bill_number":"HB2663","title":"In riot, disorderly conduct and related offenses, further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in riot, disorderly conduct and related offenses, further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2663/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2663","sponsor":"Dominic Costa"},
{"bill_id":434105,"bill_number":"HB2664","title":"Authorizing and directing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Borough of Ashland or their assigns certain lands situate in the Borough of Ashland, Schuylkill County, a portion of which is subject to Project 70 restrictions.","description":"An Act authorizing and directing the Department of General Services, with the approval of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and the Governor, to grant and convey to the Borough of Ashland or their assigns certain lands situate in the Borough of Ashland, Schuylkill County, a portion of which is subject to Project 70 restrictions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2664/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2664","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":434106,"bill_number":"HB2665","title":"Establishing the Pennsylvania Long-term Care Council; providing for its powers and duties; and repealing related provisions of the Public Welfare Code.","description":"An Act establishing the Pennsylvania Long-term Care Council; providing for its powers and duties; and repealing related provisions of the Public Welfare Code.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND OLDER ADULT SERVICES","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Aging & Older Adult Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2665/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2665","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":434107,"bill_number":"HR884","title":"Urging adoption of the Federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act provisions known as the Medicaid expansion, ensuring that the 682,900 Pennsylvanians who are currently uninsured will be eligible for health care coverage.","description":"A Resolution urging adoption of the Federal Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act provisions known as the Medicaid expansion, ensuring that the 682,900 Pennsylvanians who are currently uninsured will be eligible for health care coverage.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR884/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=884","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":434108,"bill_number":"HR885","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"Crime Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"Crime Prevention Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR885/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=885","sponsor":"Deberah Kula"},
{"bill_id":434110,"bill_number":"HR886","title":"Commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program.","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Civil Air Patrol Cadet Program.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (196-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR886/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=886","sponsor":"Mark Gillen"},
{"bill_id":434111,"bill_number":"HR887","title":"Designating the week of October 22 through 26, 2012, as \"Juvenile Detention Centers Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 22 through 26, 2012, as \"Juvenile Detention Centers Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR887/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=887","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":434112,"bill_number":"HR888","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study to evaluate the delivery of services by for-profit service providers for Intellectual Disability Consolidated Waiver services, Child Welfare, Community-Based Mental Health, Intellectual Disability Community-Based Program and Drug and Alcohol services and to submit a report.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study to evaluate the delivery of services by for-profit service providers for Intellectual Disability Consolidated Waiver services, Child Welfare, Community-Based Mental Health, Intellectual Disability Community-Based Program and Drug and Alcohol services and to submit a report.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR888/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=888","sponsor":"Frank Dermody"},
{"bill_id":434113,"bill_number":"HR889","title":"Designating the month of November 2012 as \"Sarcoidosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2012 as \"Sarcoidosis Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR889/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=889","sponsor":"Louise Bishop"},
{"bill_id":434114,"bill_number":"HR890","title":"Fixing the last day for introduction of bills.","description":"A Resolution fixing the last day for introduction of bills.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Referred to RULES","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":"Rules","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR890/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=890","sponsor":"Sam Smith"},
{"bill_id":434115,"bill_number":"HR891","title":"Urging Highmark, Inc., to rescind its use of the Physical Medicine Management Program to determine whether a patient is eligible to receive treatment from a physical therapist, chiropractor or occupational therapist.","description":"A Resolution urging Highmark, Inc., to rescind its use of the Physical Medicine Management Program to determine whether a patient is eligible to receive treatment from a physical therapist, chiropractor or occupational therapist.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR891/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=891","sponsor":"Camille George"},
{"bill_id":434116,"bill_number":"HR892","title":"Recognizing the River City Brass Band as the most active and only year-round professional concert band in America.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the River City Brass Band as the most active and only year-round professional concert band in America.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Adopted (195-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR892/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=892","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":434131,"bill_number":"SR229","title":"Designating the week of October 14 through 20, 2012, as \"Homeless Children's Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 14 through 20, 2012, as \"Homeless Children's Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR229/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=229","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":434135,"bill_number":"SR343","title":"Recognizing the 25th anniversary of the Center for Rural Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 25th anniversary of the Center for Rural Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR343/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=343","sponsor":"Gene Yaw"},
{"bill_id":434141,"bill_number":"SR365","title":"Designating October 18, 2012, as \"Lights on Afterschool Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 18, 2012, as \"Lights on Afterschool Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR365/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=365","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":434145,"bill_number":"SR366","title":"Designating October 2012 as \"Pennsylvania's Promise for Children Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 2012 as \"Pennsylvania's Promise for Children Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR366/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=366","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":434150,"bill_number":"SR367","title":"Recognizing the month of October 2012, as \"Blindness Awareness Month,\" October 8 through 15, 2012, as \"White Cane Week\" and October 15, 2012, as \"White Cane Safety Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of October 2012, as \"Blindness Awareness Month,\" October 8 through 15, 2012, as \"White Cane Week\" and October 15, 2012, as \"White Cane Safety Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR367/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=367","sponsor":"John Wozniak"},
{"bill_id":434153,"bill_number":"SR368","title":"Recognizing October 2012 as \"The Great Hunger Remembrance Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing October 2012 as \"The Great Hunger Remembrance Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-01","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-01","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR368/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=368","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":434157,"bill_number":"SB1607","title":"In local taxpayers bill of rights, further providing for requirements for requests.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in local taxpayers bill of rights, further providing for requirements for requests.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1607/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1607","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":434158,"bill_number":"SB1606","title":"In local taxes, further providing for limitation on assessment; and, in consolidated collection of local income taxes, further providing for powers and duties of tax officer.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 31, 1965 (P.L.1257, No.511), known as The Local Tax Enabling Act, in local taxes, further providing for limitation on assessment; and, in consolidated collection of local income taxes, further providing for powers and duties of tax officer.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1606/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1606","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":434159,"bill_number":"SB1605","title":"Extensively revising provisions on practice and procedure and judicial review of administrative adjudications; and establishing the Office of Administrative Hearings.","description":"An Act amending Title 2 (Administrative Law and Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, extensively revising provisions on practice and procedure and judicial review of administrative adjudications; and establishing the Office of Administrative Hearings.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"State Government","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1605/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1605","sponsor":"Richard Alloway"},
{"bill_id":434160,"bill_number":"SB1604","title":"In school health services, further providing for definitions; and providing for training of school employees in diabetes care and management and for possession and use of diabetes medication and monitoring equipment.","description":"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; and providing for training of school employees in diabetes care and management and for possession and use of diabetes medication and monitoring equipment.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1604/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1604","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":434161,"bill_number":"SB1602","title":"Further providing for credit for military service.","description":"An Act amending the act of September 23, 1959 (P.L.970, No.400), referred to as the Second Class A City Employe Pension Law, further providing for credit for military service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1602/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1602","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":434162,"bill_number":"SB1601","title":"Amending the act of July 3, 1947 (P.L.1242, No.507), entitled \"An act relating to police and firemen's pension funds in cities of the second class A, and directing such cities to appropriate certain moneys thereto, and requiring reports and audits,\" further providing for credit for military service.","description":"An Act amending the act of July 3, 1947 (P.L.1242, No.507), entitled \"An act relating to police and firemen's pension funds in cities of the second class A, and directing such cities to appropriate certain moneys thereto, and requiring reports and audits,\" further providing for credit for military service.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1601/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1601","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":434163,"bill_number":"SB1599","title":"Providing for City Revitalization and Improvement Zones.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, providing for City Revitalization and Improvement Zones.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1599/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1599","sponsor":"Lloyd Smucker"},
{"bill_id":434164,"bill_number":"HR896","title":"Recognizing the Veterans Remembered Flag.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the Veterans Remembered Flag.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR896/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=896","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":434166,"bill_number":"HR895","title":"Honoring the 100th anniversary of West Philadelphia High School in the City of Philadelphia.","description":"A Resolution honoring the 100th anniversary of West Philadelphia High School in the City of Philadelphia.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR895/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=895","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":434167,"bill_number":"HR894","title":"Recognizing the important working relationship between the National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBSCL) and the National Black Police Association (NBPA).","description":"A Resolution recognizing the important working relationship between the National Black Caucus of State Legislators (NBSCL) and the National Black Police Association (NBPA).","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR894/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=894","sponsor":"Harold James"},
{"bill_id":434168,"bill_number":"HR893","title":"Recognizing the week of October 14 through 20, 2012, as \"National Teen Driver Safety Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of October 14 through 20, 2012, as \"National Teen Driver Safety Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR893/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=893","sponsor":"Katharine Watson"},
{"bill_id":434170,"bill_number":"HR880","title":"Designating October 11, 2012, as the \"Day of the Girl\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 11, 2012, as the \"Day of the Girl\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR880/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=880","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":434171,"bill_number":"HB2677","title":"In snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, expanding the scope of the chapter to include modified golf carts.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles, expanding the scope of the chapter to include modified golf carts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2677/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2677","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":434172,"bill_number":"HB2676","title":"In inheritance tax, further providing for transfers not subject to tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in inheritance tax, further providing for transfers not subject to tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2676/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2676","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":434173,"bill_number":"HB2675","title":"Further providing for distribution of fee and for Statewide initiatives; and establishing the Municipal Infrastructure Emergency Grant Program.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for distribution of fee and for Statewide initiatives; and establishing the Municipal Infrastructure Emergency Grant Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2675/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2675","sponsor":"Michael Hanna"},
{"bill_id":434174,"bill_number":"HB2674","title":"In proceedings prior to petition to adopt, providing for disclosure of paternity test results.","description":"An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in proceedings prior to petition to adopt, providing for disclosure of paternity test results.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2674/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2674","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":434175,"bill_number":"HB2673","title":"Further providing for the offense of tattooing and body piercing.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of tattooing and body piercing.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2673/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2673","sponsor":"Keith Gillespie"},
{"bill_id":434177,"bill_number":"HB2672","title":"Further providing for definitions, for prospective donors, for prospective donees, for procedure, for amendment or revocation, for rights and duties at death, for requests, for identification and authorization, for the Governor Robert P. Casey Memorial Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Trust Fund, for confidentiality and for prohibitions; providing for promotion of donations through a registry, for effect on advance health care directive, for facilitation of gifts during investigation, for collaboration, for information, for physician and nurse training, for uniformity and for electronic signatures; and further providing for corneal transplants.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions, for prospective donors, for prospective donees, for procedure, for amendment or revocation, for rights and duties at death, for requests, for identification and authorization, for the Governor Robert P. Casey Memorial Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Trust Fund, for confidentiality and for prohibitions; providing for promotion of donations through a registry, for effect on advance health care directive, for facilitation of gifts during investigation, for collaboration, for information, for physician and nurse training, for uniformity and for electronic signatures; and further providing for corneal transplants.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2672/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2672","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":434178,"bill_number":"HB2671","title":"Establishing the Louis Braille Commission for the Blind; and providing for its powers and duties.","description":"An Act establishing the Louis Braille Commission for the Blind; and providing for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2671/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2671","sponsor":"Jewell Williams"},
{"bill_id":434179,"bill_number":"HB2670","title":"In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for licenses and for sale or transfer of firearms.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for licenses and for sale or transfer of firearms.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2670/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2670","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":434180,"bill_number":"HB2669","title":"In registration plates, providing for childhood cancer awareness plate.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in registration plates, providing for childhood cancer awareness plate.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2669/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2669","sponsor":"John Payne"},
{"bill_id":434181,"bill_number":"HB2668","title":"Providing for implementation of copayments and calculation of cap.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for implementation of copayments and calculation of cap.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2668/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2668","sponsor":"Frank Burns"},
{"bill_id":434182,"bill_number":"HB2667","title":"In general budget implementation, further providing for Insurance Department; and, in 2012-2013 budget implementation, further providing for Insurance Department.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P.L.343, No.176), known as The Fiscal Code, in general budget implementation, further providing for Insurance Department; and, in 2012-2013 budget implementation, further providing for Insurance Department.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2667/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2667","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":434183,"bill_number":"HB2666","title":"In special provisions for Federal funds for 2012-2013, providing for Insurance Department.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 2012 (P.L. , No.9A), known as the General Appropriation Act of 2012, in special provisions for Federal funds for 2012-2013, providing for Insurance Department.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2666/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2666","sponsor":"Stanley Saylor"},
{"bill_id":434197,"bill_number":"SR377","title":"Honoring Irwin \"Sonny\" Popowsky for his 33 years of public service in the Office of Consumer Advocate.","description":"A Resolution honoring Irwin \"Sonny\" Popowsky for his 33 years of public service in the Office of Consumer Advocate.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR377/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=377","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":434199,"bill_number":"SR375","title":"Recognizing the week of November 4 through 10, 2012, as \"National Radiologic Technology Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of November 4 through 10, 2012, as \"National Radiologic Technology Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR375/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=375","sponsor":"Timothy Solobay"},
{"bill_id":434201,"bill_number":"SR374","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"Bullying Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"Bullying Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR374/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=374","sponsor":"Leanna Washington"},
{"bill_id":434203,"bill_number":"SR373","title":"Recognizing the week of October 7 through 13, 2012, as \"Influenza Prevention Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of October 7 through 13, 2012, as \"Influenza Prevention Awareness Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR373/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=373","sponsor":"Robert Tomlinson"},
{"bill_id":434205,"bill_number":"SR372","title":"Designating the week of October 1 through 5, 2012, as \"JobTrak PA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 1 through 5, 2012, as \"JobTrak PA Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR372/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=372","sponsor":"Elder Vogel"},
{"bill_id":434207,"bill_number":"SR371","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"Disability Employment Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"Disability Employment Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR371/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=371","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":434209,"bill_number":"SR370","title":"Recognizing the month of October 2012 as \"Breast Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of October 2012 as \"Breast Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-02","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR370/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=370","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":434212,"bill_number":"SR369","title":"Honoring the Pennsylvania 4-H on its 100th anniversary and observing October 7 through 13, 2012, as \"National 4-H Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring the Pennsylvania 4-H on its 100th anniversary and observing October 7 through 13, 2012, as \"National 4-H Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Passed","status_date":"2012-10-02","last_action":"Transmitted as directed","last_action_date":"2012-10-04","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR369/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=369","sponsor":"John Gordner"},
{"bill_id":434214,"bill_number":"HR901","title":"Recognizing the \"Warren All-American BBQ Festival\" as an official State BBQ Championship in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the \"Warren All-American BBQ Festival\" as an official State BBQ Championship in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR901/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=901","sponsor":"Kathy Rapp"},
{"bill_id":434216,"bill_number":"HR900","title":"Designating October 7, 2012, as \"National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 7, 2012, as \"National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR900/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=900","sponsor":"Sid Kavulich"},
{"bill_id":434220,"bill_number":"HR899","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to repeal section 411(h) of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to repeal section 411(h) of the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR899/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=899","sponsor":"Scott Hutchinson"},
{"bill_id":434222,"bill_number":"HR898","title":"Designating the week of October 21 through 27, 2012, as \"Pro Bono Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 21 through 27, 2012, as \"Pro Bono Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR898/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=898","sponsor":"Glen Grell"},
{"bill_id":434225,"bill_number":"HR897","title":"Expressing support for the new regulations proposed by the Federal Trade Commission to restrict national food and beverage companies from advertising unhealthy foods to children.","description":"A Resolution expressing support for the new regulations proposed by the Federal Trade Commission to restrict national food and beverage companies from advertising unhealthy foods to children.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-03","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-10-03","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR897/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=897","sponsor":"Mark Cohen"},
{"bill_id":434227,"bill_number":"HB2682","title":"Providing for recycling containers.","description":"An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for recycling containers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2682/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2682","sponsor":"Tina Davis"},
{"bill_id":434229,"bill_number":"HB2681","title":"In public assistance, further providing for general assistance-related categorically needy and medically needy only medical assistance programs; and making an appropriation.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, further providing for general assistance-related categorically needy and medically needy only medical assistance programs; and making an appropriation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2681/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2681","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":434231,"bill_number":"HB2680","title":"In high schools, providing for archiving of high school transcripts by private schools in cities of the first class.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in high schools, providing for archiving of high school transcripts by private schools in cities of the first class.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2680/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2680","sponsor":"Curtis Thomas"},
{"bill_id":434233,"bill_number":"HB2679","title":"Further defining \"interactive wireless communications device\"; prohibiting use of interactive wireless communications device; and further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors and for duty of driver in emergency response areas.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further defining \"interactive wireless communications device\"; prohibiting use of interactive wireless communications device; and further providing for duty of driver in construction and maintenance areas or on highway safety corridors and for duty of driver in emergency response areas.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2679/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2679","sponsor":"Joseph Markosek"},
{"bill_id":434235,"bill_number":"HB2678","title":"In health and accident insurance, further providing for autism spectrum disorders coverage.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in health and accident insurance, further providing for autism spectrum disorders coverage.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2678/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2678","sponsor":"Joseph Markosek"},
{"bill_id":434241,"bill_number":"HR905","title":"Mourning the loss of Marine Captain Michael M. Quin of Purcellville, Virginia, who died in the line of duty on February 22, 2012, at 28 years of age.","description":"A Resolution mourning the loss of Marine Captain Michael M. Quin of Purcellville, Virginia, who died in the line of duty on February 22, 2012, at 28 years of age.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR905/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=905","sponsor":"Robert Freeman"},
{"bill_id":434242,"bill_number":"HR904","title":"Designating the week of December 2 through 8, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Christmas Tree Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of December 2 through 8, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Christmas Tree Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR904/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=904","sponsor":"Martin Causer"},
{"bill_id":434245,"bill_number":"HR903","title":"Honoring the lives of Mr. Christopher Stevens, Mr. Tyrone Woods, Mr. Glen Doherty and Mr. Sean Smith, who made the supreme sacrifice for their colleagues and their country during an assault on the United States consulate in Benghazi, Libya.","description":"A Resolution honoring the lives of Mr. Christopher Stevens, Mr. Tyrone Woods, Mr. Glen Doherty and Mr. Sean Smith, who made the supreme sacrifice for their colleagues and their country during an assault on the United States consulate in Benghazi, Libya.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR903/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=903","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":434247,"bill_number":"HR902","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"Archives Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"Archives Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR902/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=902","sponsor":"Paul Clymer"},
{"bill_id":434249,"bill_number":"HB2687","title":"Providing funding to the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs for the purpose of providing current service members and veterans with access to high definition fiber tracking diagnostic tool.","description":"An Act providing funding to the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs for the purpose of providing current service members and veterans with access to high definition fiber tracking diagnostic tool.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2687/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2687","sponsor":"Bryan Barbin"},
{"bill_id":434251,"bill_number":"HB2685","title":"In liability and compensation, further providing for exclusiveness of remedy.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, in liability and compensation, further providing for exclusiveness of remedy.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2685/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2685","sponsor":"Brandon Neuman"},
{"bill_id":434254,"bill_number":"HB2684","title":"In general provisions relating to civil actions and proceedings, further providing for comparative negligence.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to civil actions and proceedings, further providing for comparative negligence.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2684/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2684","sponsor":"Robert Freeman"},
{"bill_id":434255,"bill_number":"HB2683","title":"In assault, further providing for the offenses of harassment, stalking and threat to use weapons of mass destruction.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offenses of harassment, stalking and threat to use weapons of mass destruction.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2683/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2683","sponsor":"Ron Miller"},
{"bill_id":434257,"bill_number":"HB2688","title":"Providing for a commuter and commerce toll tax credit.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for a commuter and commerce toll tax credit.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2688/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2688","sponsor":"Steven Santarsiero"},
{"bill_id":434267,"bill_number":"HB2686","title":"Adding a short title and definitions; providing for mail-in secondhand precious metals dealers; and making editorial changes.","description":"An Act amending the act of February 24, 1984 (P.L.92, No.17), referred to as the Precious Metal Sale Regulation Law, adding a short title and definitions; providing for mail-in secondhand precious metals dealers; and making editorial changes.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to CONSUMER AFFAIRS","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Consumer Affairs","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2686/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2686","sponsor":"Joseph Petrarca"},
{"bill_id":434279,"bill_number":"HB2689","title":"In immunities generally, providing for indemnification clauses in construction contracts.","description":"An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in immunities generally, providing for indemnification clauses in construction contracts.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2689/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2689","sponsor":"Lynda Schlegel Culver"},
{"bill_id":434280,"bill_number":"HB2690","title":"Providing for the definition of \"child with a disability\"; and further providing for inheritance tax.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, providing for the definition of \"child with a disability\"; and further providing for inheritance tax.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to CHILDREN AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Children & Youth","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2690/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2690","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":434281,"bill_number":"HB2691","title":"Prohibiting mental health providers from engaging in sexual orientation change efforts with minor patients.","description":"An Act prohibiting mental health providers from engaging in sexual orientation change efforts with minor patients.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2691/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2691","sponsor":"Babette Josephs"},
{"bill_id":434282,"bill_number":"HB2692","title":"Providing for supplemental annuity commencing 2012.","description":"An Act amending Titles 24 (Education) and 71 (State Government) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for supplemental annuity commencing 2012.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2692/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2692","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":434283,"bill_number":"HB2693","title":"Further providing for licenses.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for licenses.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2693/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2693","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":434284,"bill_number":"HB2694","title":"Further providing for antidrug and town-watch volunteer civil immunity; and providing for neighborhood watch groups.","description":"An Act amending Titles 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) and 44 (Law and Justice) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for antidrug and town-watch volunteer civil immunity; and providing for neighborhood watch groups.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2694/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2694","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":434285,"bill_number":"HB2695","title":"Further providing for collection of fees and fines and for slot machine licensee deposits; and providing for Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Waiting List Account.","description":"An Act amending Title 4 (Amusements) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for collection of fees and fines and for slot machine licensee deposits; and providing for Intellectual Disabilities and Autism Waiting List Account.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2695/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2695","sponsor":"Thomas Murt"},
{"bill_id":434286,"bill_number":"HB2696","title":"In automobile insurance, further providing for discrimination.","description":"An Act amending the act of May 17, 1921 (P.L.682, No.284), known as The Insurance Company Law of 1921, in automobile insurance, further providing for discrimination.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2696/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2696","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":434287,"bill_number":"HB2697","title":"Further providing for prohibiting text-based communications.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for prohibiting text-based communications.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2697/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2697","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":434288,"bill_number":"HB2698","title":"In hospital plan corporations, further providing for definitions and for certification of hospital plan corporations; and, in professional health services plan corporations, further providing for definitions and for certification of professional health service corporations.","description":"An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hospital plan corporations, further providing for definitions and for certification of hospital plan corporations; and, in professional health services plan corporations, further providing for definitions and for certification of professional health service corporations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to INSURANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Insurance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2698/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2698","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":434289,"bill_number":"HB2699","title":"Further providing for establishment of Human Services Block Grant Pilot Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, further providing for establishment of Human Services Block Grant Pilot Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2699/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2699","sponsor":"Jerome Knowles"},
{"bill_id":434291,"bill_number":"HB2700","title":"In development, further providing for well location restrictions.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in development, further providing for well location restrictions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2700/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2700","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":434292,"bill_number":"HB2701","title":"In development, further providing for definitions and for well location restrictions.","description":"An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in development, further providing for definitions and for well location restrictions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2701/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2701","sponsor":"James Marshall"},
{"bill_id":434293,"bill_number":"HR906","title":"Designating October 27, 2012, as \"Make a Difference Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 27, 2012, as \"Make a Difference Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR906/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=906","sponsor":"Tina Pickett"},
{"bill_id":434295,"bill_number":"HR907","title":"Memorializing the Congress of the United States to review and reform the Federal assisted housing programs administered by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.","description":"A Resolution memorializing the Congress of the United States to review and reform the Federal assisted housing programs administered by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-05","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-05","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR907/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=907","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":434296,"bill_number":"HR908","title":"Designating the month of November 2012 as \"Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and commending the work of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2012 as \"Pulmonary Hypertension Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania and commending the work of the Pulmonary Hypertension Association.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR908/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=908","sponsor":"Richard Stevenson"},
{"bill_id":434311,"bill_number":"HB2702","title":"Providing compensation to persons in active service in connection with the Iraq War or their beneficiaries; authorizing the incurring of indebtedness and the issue and sale of bonds by the Commonwealth for the payment of compensation contingent upon electorate approval; creating a special fund in the State Treasury to be known as the Iraq War Veterans' Compensation Bond Fund; imposing powers and duties on the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs; and making appropriations.","description":"An Act providing compensation to persons in active service in connection with the Iraq War or their beneficiaries; authorizing the incurring of indebtedness and the issue and sale of bonds by the Commonwealth for the payment of compensation contingent upon electorate approval; creating a special fund in the State Treasury to be known as the Iraq War Veterans' Compensation Bond Fund; imposing powers and duties on the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs; and making appropriations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to VETERANS AFFAIRS AND EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2702/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2702","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":434319,"bill_number":"HB2703","title":"Further providing for information filed to become public records.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1990 (P.L.1200, No.202), known as the Solicitation of Funds for Charitable Purposes Act, further providing for information filed to become public records.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2703/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2703","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":434327,"bill_number":"HB2704","title":"In neighborhood blight reclamation and revitalization, providing for divestiture of tax claims and municipal liens upon agreement of governing bodies.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in neighborhood blight reclamation and revitalization, providing for divestiture of tax claims and municipal liens upon agreement of governing bodies.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2704/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2704","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":434335,"bill_number":"HB2705","title":"Further providing for the appropriation to the Department of Public Welfare.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 30, 2012 (P.L. , No.9A), known as the General Appropriation Act of 2012, further providing for the appropriation to the Department of Public Welfare.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to APPROPRIATIONS","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Appropriations","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2705/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2705","sponsor":"Gene DiGirolamo"},
{"bill_id":434343,"bill_number":"HB2706","title":"Making an appropriation to the Department of Education to promote activities and services to increase the preparation, enrollment and success of low-income students in postsecondary education.","description":"An Act making an appropriation to the Department of Education to promote activities and services to increase the preparation, enrollment and success of low-income students in postsecondary education.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2706/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2706","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":434350,"bill_number":"HB2707","title":"Further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the offense of cruelty to animals.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2707/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2707","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":434358,"bill_number":"HB2708","title":"Further providing for reciprocal limitations.","description":"An Act amending Title 62 (Procurement) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for reciprocal limitations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2708/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2708","sponsor":"Neal Goodman"},
{"bill_id":434366,"bill_number":"HB2709","title":"Providing for disclosure by charitable health care institutions; imposing duties on charitable health care institutions; and providing for public records.","description":"An Act providing for disclosure by charitable health care institutions; imposing duties on charitable health care institutions; and providing for public records.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2709/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2709","sponsor":"Anthony DeLuca"},
{"bill_id":434374,"bill_number":"HB2710","title":"Requiring school entities to provide a list of secondary school students' names, addresses and telephone listings when requested by military recruiters.","description":"An Act requiring school entities to provide a list of secondary school students' names, addresses and telephone listings when requested by military recruiters.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2710/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2710","sponsor":"Will Tallman"},
{"bill_id":434380,"bill_number":"HR909","title":"Designating the week of October 14 through 20, 2012, as \"Credit Union Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 14 through 20, 2012, as \"Credit Union Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Adopted (194-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR909/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=909","sponsor":"Dick Hess"},
{"bill_id":434388,"bill_number":"HR910","title":"Designating the week of October 21 through 27, 2012, as \"Respiratory Care Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending respiratory therapists for their outstanding contributions to health care.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 21 through 27, 2012, as \"Respiratory Care Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending respiratory therapists for their outstanding contributions to health care.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR910/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=910","sponsor":"William Adolph"},
{"bill_id":434391,"bill_number":"HB2711","title":"Providing for a Pennsylvania Monuments registration plate; and further providing for payments to special funds.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for a Pennsylvania Monuments registration plate; and further providing for payments to special funds.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2711/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2711","sponsor":"Harry Readshaw"},
{"bill_id":434410,"bill_number":"HB2712","title":"In realty transfer tax, further providing for definitions and for excluded transactions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in realty transfer tax, further providing for definitions and for excluded transactions.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2712/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2712","sponsor":"Ryan Mackenzie"},
{"bill_id":434411,"bill_number":"HR911","title":"Recognizing the week of October 22 through 26, 2012, as \"No Place for Hate Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the Anti-Defamation League for its outstanding efforts to promote peace, brotherhood and goodwill through its \"No Place for Hate\" program.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of October 22 through 26, 2012, as \"No Place for Hate Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the Anti-Defamation League for its outstanding efforts to promote peace, brotherhood and goodwill through its \"No Place for Hate\" program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR911/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=911","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":434412,"bill_number":"HR912","title":"Recognizing the outstanding delivery of medical services provided by nurse practitioners and observing the week of November 11 through 17, 2012, as \"Nurse Practitioner Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the outstanding delivery of medical services provided by nurse practitioners and observing the week of November 11 through 17, 2012, as \"Nurse Practitioner Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR912/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=912","sponsor":"Mario Scavello"},
{"bill_id":434413,"bill_number":"HR913","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"LGBT History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"LGBT History Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-12","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-12","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR913/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=913","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":434414,"bill_number":"HR914","title":"Honoring the community of Swedesburg on the occasion of its tricentennial.","description":"A Resolution honoring the community of Swedesburg on the occasion of its tricentennial.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR914/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=914","sponsor":"Timothy Briggs"},
{"bill_id":434416,"bill_number":"HR915","title":"Recognizing the members of Boy Scout Troop 313 of Audubon, Montgomery County, for their heroic efforts in saving a man's life and providing assistance to their fellow scouts in a time of great need.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the members of Boy Scout Troop 313 of Audubon, Montgomery County, for their heroic efforts in saving a man's life and providing assistance to their fellow scouts in a time of great need.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR915/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=915","sponsor":"Matthew Bradford"},
{"bill_id":434417,"bill_number":"HR916","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"Stop the Madness, Stop the Violence Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"Stop the Madness, Stop the Violence Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR916/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=916","sponsor":"Jewell Williams"},
{"bill_id":434420,"bill_number":"SB1588","title":"Establishing rights of correctional officers during certain investigations by the Department of Corrections; authorizing certain civil suits by correctional officers; and providing for impact of collective bargaining agreements and for summary suspensions.","description":"An Act establishing rights of correctional officers during certain investigations by the Department of Corrections; authorizing certain civil suits by correctional officers; and providing for impact of collective bargaining agreements and for summary suspensions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-10","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Labor & Industry","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1588/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1588","sponsor":"David Argall"},
{"bill_id":434421,"bill_number":"SB1596","title":"Further providing for criminal trespass.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for criminal trespass.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-10","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1596/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1596","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":434422,"bill_number":"SB1608","title":"In public assistance, further providing for uniformity in administration of assistance and regulations as to assistance and for copayments for subsidized child care; and providing for financial eligibility for subsidized child care.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, further providing for uniformity in administration of assistance and regulations as to assistance and for copayments for subsidized child care; and providing for financial eligibility for subsidized child care.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-10","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1608/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1608","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":434423,"bill_number":"SB1609","title":"Further providing for disposition of abandoned personal property.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, further providing for disposition of abandoned personal property.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-10","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1609/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1609","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":434424,"bill_number":"SB1610","title":"Providing for assessments for scholarship recipients.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for assessments for scholarship recipients.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-10","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1610/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1610","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":434425,"bill_number":"SB1611","title":"In educational improvement tax credit, further providing for definitions and for qualification and application; and, in educational opportunity scholarship tax credit, further providing for definitions and for qualification and application.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in educational improvement tax credit, further providing for definitions and for qualification and application; and, in educational opportunity scholarship tax credit, further providing for definitions and for qualification and application.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-10","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1611/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1611","sponsor":"Anthony Williams"},
{"bill_id":434427,"bill_number":"SB1612","title":"Further providing for definitions, for proof of financial responsibility and for duties of owners.","description":"An Act amending the act of November 26, 1978 (P.L.1375, No.325), known as the Dam Safety and Encroachments Act, further providing for definitions, for proof of financial responsibility and for duties of owners.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-10","last_action":"Referred to ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Environmental Resources & Energy","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1612/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1612","sponsor":"Michael Waugh"},
{"bill_id":434429,"bill_number":"SR376","title":"Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study new approaches to family work support programs.","description":"A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to study new approaches to family work support programs.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-10","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-10-10","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR376/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=376","sponsor":"Charles McIlhinney"},
{"bill_id":434452,"bill_number":"HB2713","title":"In public assistance, further providing for definitions; repealing provisions relating to general assistance-related categorically needy and medically needy only medical assistance programs; and establishing the General Assistance Program.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, in public assistance, further providing for definitions; repealing provisions relating to general assistance-related categorically needy and medically needy only medical assistance programs; and establishing the General Assistance Program.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to HEALTH","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Health","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2713/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2713","sponsor":"Harold James"},
{"bill_id":434463,"bill_number":"HR917","title":"Celebrating the success and achievement of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Jr. Knights Hockey Club in winning the USA Hockey National Championship on April 1, 2012.","description":"A Resolution celebrating the success and achievement of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Jr. Knights Hockey Club in winning the USA Hockey National Championship on April 1, 2012.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR917/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=917","sponsor":"Sid Kavulich"},
{"bill_id":434472,"bill_number":"HR918","title":"Honoring Mike Strong, Head Coach of the University of Scranton's women's basketball team, for becoming the NCAA Division III women's basketball all-time career victories leader by designating December 1 through 7, 2012, as \"Mike Strong Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring Mike Strong, Head Coach of the University of Scranton's women's basketball team, for becoming the NCAA Division III women's basketball all-time career victories leader by designating December 1 through 7, 2012, as \"Mike Strong Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR918/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=918","sponsor":"Sid Kavulich"},
{"bill_id":434477,"bill_number":"HB2714","title":"In liability and compensation, further providing for the schedule of compensation.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P.L.736, No.338), known as the Workers' Compensation Act, in liability and compensation, further providing for the schedule of compensation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2714/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2714","sponsor":"Marc Gergely"},
{"bill_id":434478,"bill_number":"HB2715","title":"In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and providing for screening for illegal drug use.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and providing for screening for illegal drug use.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2715/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2715","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":434479,"bill_number":"HR919","title":"Urging the Congress of the United States to reconsider the harmful mandates contained in the Postal Reform Act and to maintain the United States Postal Service, a valued institution, as well as tens of thousands of jobs while continuing timely and efficient postal service to the citizens and businesses of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania who depend upon this critical service.","description":"A Resolution urging the Congress of the United States to reconsider the harmful mandates contained in the Postal Reform Act and to maintain the United States Postal Service, a valued institution, as well as tens of thousands of jobs while continuing timely and efficient postal service to the citizens and businesses of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania who depend upon this critical service.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR919/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=919","sponsor":"Marc Gergely"},
{"bill_id":434480,"bill_number":"HR920","title":"Designating the month of November 2012 as \"Hydrocephalus Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2012 as \"Hydrocephalus Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR920/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=920","sponsor":"Justin Simmons"},
{"bill_id":434483,"bill_number":"HR924","title":"Recognizing December 12, 2012, as the 225th anniversary of Pennsylvania's statehood.","description":"A Resolution recognizing December 12, 2012, as the 225th anniversary of Pennsylvania's statehood.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR924/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=924","sponsor":"Karen Boback"},
{"bill_id":434484,"bill_number":"HR923","title":"Honoring the life and legacy of Mr. Peter Stern, poet, inventor and successful businessman; and extending condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and legacy of Mr. Peter Stern, poet, inventor and successful businessman; and extending condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR923/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=923","sponsor":"Lawrence Curry"},
{"bill_id":434486,"bill_number":"HR922","title":"Recognizing October 2012 as \"Prayer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing October 2012 as \"Prayer Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (189-2)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR922/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=922","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":434488,"bill_number":"HR921","title":"Designating October 11, 2012, as the \"Day of the Girl\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 11, 2012, as the \"Day of the Girl\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR921/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=921","sponsor":"Matthew Smith"},
{"bill_id":434490,"bill_number":"HB2716","title":"In professional employees, further providing for rating system.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in professional employees, further providing for rating system.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2716/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2716","sponsor":"Stephen Samuelson"},
{"bill_id":434494,"bill_number":"HR925","title":"Urging the President of the United States and the United States Secretary of State to expeditiously identify and bring to justice the Libyan militant extremists who committed the heinous crimes at the United States consulate in Benghazi, Libya, on September 11, 2012.","description":"A Resolution urging the President of the United States and the United States Secretary of State to expeditiously identify and bring to justice the Libyan militant extremists who committed the heinous crimes at the United States consulate in Benghazi, Libya, on September 11, 2012.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR925/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=925","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":434497,"bill_number":"HR926","title":"Honoring the life and legacy of Mr. Joseph Anthony Vento and extending condolences to his family and friends.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and legacy of Mr. Joseph Anthony Vento and extending condolences to his family and friends.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR926/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=926","sponsor":"Daryl Metcalfe"},
{"bill_id":434499,"bill_number":"HR927","title":"Designating the week of October 21 through 27 as \"National Chemistry Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 21 through 27 as \"National Chemistry Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Adopted (197-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR927/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=927","sponsor":"James Roebuck"},
{"bill_id":434503,"bill_number":"HR928","title":"Recognizing November 2012 as \"Infant Safe Sleep Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing November 2012 as \"Infant Safe Sleep Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR928/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=928","sponsor":"Garth Everett"},
{"bill_id":434506,"bill_number":"HR929","title":"Honoring the life and contributions of Mark C. Schneider and extending condolences to his family.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and contributions of Mark C. Schneider and extending condolences to his family.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR929/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=929","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":434509,"bill_number":"HR930","title":"Recognizing the week of October 22 through 26, 2012, as \"No Place for Hate Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the Anti-Defamation League for its outstanding efforts to promote peace, brotherhood and goodwill through its \"No Place for Hate\" program.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of October 22 through 26, 2012, as \"No Place for Hate Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the Anti-Defamation League for its outstanding efforts to promote peace, brotherhood and goodwill through its \"No Place for Hate\" program.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (191-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR930/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=930","sponsor":"Dan Frankel"},
{"bill_id":434512,"bill_number":"SB1614","title":"In orphans' court divisions, further providing for appointment and purpose and for compensation; and, in incapacitated persons, providing for venue and for confidentiality and disclosure of information; further providing for petition and hearing and independent evaluation; repealing provisions relating to county of appointment and qualifications; further providing for review hearing; providing for affidavit in uncontested termination matters and for counsel; further providing for emergency guardian; repealing provisions relating to provisions similar to other estates; providing for removal and discharge of guardian, for appointment of guardian in conveyance and for bond; further providing for evidence of incapacity, for cross-examination of witnesses and for provisions concerning powers, duties and liabilities; providing for protection of person dealing with guardian; and further providing for when accounting filed, for distributions of income and principal during incapacity and for guardianship services.","description":"An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in orphans' court divisions, further providing for appointment and purpose and for compensation; and, in incapacitated persons, providing for venue and for confidentiality and disclosure of information; further providing for petition and hearing and independent evaluation; repealing provisions relating to county of appointment and qualifications; further providing for review hearing; providing for affidavit in uncontested termination matters and for counsel; further providing for emergency guardian; repealing provisions relating to provisions similar to other estates; providing for removal and discharge of guardian, for appointment of guardian in conveyance and for bond; further providing for evidence of incapacity, for cross-examination of witnesses and for provisions concerning powers, duties and liabilities; providing for protection of person dealing with guardian; and further providing for when accounting filed, for distributions of income and principal during incapacity and for guardianship services.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1614/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1614","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":434514,"bill_number":"SB1615","title":"Further providing for excluded transactions.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, further providing for excluded transactions.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":"Finance","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1615/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1615","sponsor":"Judy Schwank"},
{"bill_id":434521,"bill_number":"HB2717","title":"Designating the apple as the official fruit of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","description":"An Act designating the apple as the official fruit of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"State Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2717/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2717","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":434524,"bill_number":"HB2718","title":"Providing for eligibility and determination of need related to recipients of temporary assistance to needy families.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Public Welfare Code, providing for eligibility and determination of need related to recipients of temporary assistance to needy families.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to HUMAN SERVICES","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Human Services","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2718/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2718","sponsor":"RoseMarie Swanger"},
{"bill_id":434527,"bill_number":"HB2719","title":"Authorizing certain counties to impose a sales, use and occupancy tax for school district and farmstead property tax relief; providing for the levying, assessment and collection of sales, use and occupancy taxes and for the powers and duties of the Department of Revenue; authorizing certain counties and political subdivisions to impose a personal income tax for homestead and farmstead property tax reduction; and providing for the levying, assessment and collection of income taxes and for the powers and duties of the Department of Revenue.","description":"An Act authorizing certain counties to impose a sales, use and occupancy tax for school district and farmstead property tax relief; providing for the levying, assessment and collection of sales, use and occupancy taxes and for the powers and duties of the Department of Revenue; authorizing certain counties and political subdivisions to impose a personal income tax for homestead and farmstead property tax reduction; and providing for the levying, assessment and collection of income taxes and for the powers and duties of the Department of Revenue.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2719/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2719","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":434530,"bill_number":"HB2720","title":"Further providing for definitions, for prize limits, for club licensee and for distribution of proceeds; providing for contribution; establishing the Firefighter Workers' Compensation Premium Support Account; and providing for penalties and interest on contribution.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for definitions, for prize limits, for club licensee and for distribution of proceeds; providing for contribution; establishing the Firefighter Workers' Compensation Premium Support Account; and providing for penalties and interest on contribution.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2720/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2720","sponsor":"Seth Grove"},
{"bill_id":434533,"bill_number":"HR931","title":"Honoring the Pennsylvania Lung Cancer Partnership and designating November 2012 as \"Lung Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution honoring the Pennsylvania Lung Cancer Partnership and designating November 2012 as \"Lung Cancer Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR931/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=931","sponsor":"Brendan Boyle"},
{"bill_id":434537,"bill_number":"SB1613","title":"In general provisions common to optional plans, prohibiting certain acts by mayors and treasurers in cities of the first class.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions common to optional plans, prohibiting certain acts by mayors and treasurers in cities of the first class.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Referred to URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":"Urban Affairs & Housing","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1613/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1613","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":434540,"bill_number":"SR378","title":"Recognizing the month of November 2012 as \"National Hospice and Palliative Care Month\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging all Pennsylvanians to increase their understanding and awareness of care at the end of life.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of November 2012 as \"National Hospice and Palliative Care Month\" in Pennsylvania and encouraging all Pennsylvanians to increase their understanding and awareness of care at the end of life.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR378/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=378","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":434543,"bill_number":"SR379","title":"Designating the month of November 2012 as \"COPD Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2012 as \"COPD Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR379/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=379","sponsor":"Lisa Baker"},
{"bill_id":434546,"bill_number":"SR381","title":"Designating November 15, 2012, as \"Children's Grief Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating November 15, 2012, as \"Children's Grief Awareness Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR381/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=381","sponsor":"Patricia Vance"},
{"bill_id":434549,"bill_number":"SR382","title":"Honoring the United Way as it celebrates the 125th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution honoring the United Way as it celebrates the 125th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR382/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=382","sponsor":"Michael Brubaker"},
{"bill_id":434553,"bill_number":"SR383","title":"Recognizing October 21, 2012, as \"Biomedical Research Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing October 21, 2012, as \"Biomedical Research Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR383/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=383","sponsor":"Stewart Greenleaf"},
{"bill_id":434556,"bill_number":"SR384","title":"Recognizing the month of October 2012 as \"Italian-American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of October 2012 as \"Italian-American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR384/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=384","sponsor":"Wayne Fontana"},
{"bill_id":434559,"bill_number":"SR385","title":"Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the signing of the act of December 16, 1992 (P.L.1151, No.151), known as the Engineer, Land Surveyor and Geologist Registration Law, by designating December 16, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Professional Geologist Day.\"","description":"A Resolution commemorating the 20th anniversary of the signing of the act of December 16, 1992 (P.L.1151, No.151), known as the Engineer, Land Surveyor and Geologist Registration Law, by designating December 16, 2012, as \"Pennsylvania Professional Geologist Day.\"","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR385/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=385","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":434562,"bill_number":"SR386","title":"Designating the week of October 21 through 27, 2012, as \"Pro Bono Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 21 through 27, 2012, as \"Pro Bono Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR386/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=386","sponsor":"Dominic Pileggi"},
{"bill_id":434565,"bill_number":"SR387","title":"Designating the month of October 2012 as \"Polish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of October 2012 as \"Polish American Heritage Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR387/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=387","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":434568,"bill_number":"SR388","title":"Designating October 14, 2012, as \"Pulaski Memorial Day\" in Pennsylvania commemorating the 233rd anniversary of his death in 1779.","description":"A Resolution designating October 14, 2012, as \"Pulaski Memorial Day\" in Pennsylvania commemorating the 233rd anniversary of his death in 1779.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR388/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=388","sponsor":"Mike Stack"},
{"bill_id":434571,"bill_number":"SR380","title":"Designating October 2012 as \"National Physical Therapy Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 2012 as \"National Physical Therapy Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-15","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-15","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR380/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=380","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":434572,"bill_number":"SB1616","title":"Establishing the Marcellus Shale Health Advisory Panel; and providing for its powers and duties.","description":"An Act establishing the Marcellus Shale Health Advisory Panel; and providing for its powers and duties.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Referred to PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":"Public Health & Welfare","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1616/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1616","sponsor":"Joseph Scarnati"},
{"bill_id":434573,"bill_number":"HR933","title":"Designating the month of November 2012 as \"COPD Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2012 as \"COPD Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR933/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=933","sponsor":"Matthew Baker"},
{"bill_id":434575,"bill_number":"HR932","title":"Recognizing the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Association on the occasion of its centennial celebration, November 10, 2012.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Association on the occasion of its centennial celebration, November 10, 2012.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR932/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=932","sponsor":"Ron Marsico"},
{"bill_id":434576,"bill_number":"HB2724","title":"Providing for early termination of leases by individuals with disabilities and senior citizens.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, providing for early termination of leases by individuals with disabilities and senior citizens.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2724/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2724","sponsor":"Madeleine Dean Cunnane"},
{"bill_id":434578,"bill_number":"HB2723","title":"Further providing for definitions, for regulations of department and for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 19, 1988 (P.L.1262, No.156), known as the Local Option Small Games of Chance Act, further providing for definitions, for regulations of department and for licensing of eligible organizations to conduct games of chance.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to GAMING OVERSIGHT","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Gaming Oversight","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2723/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2723","sponsor":"Michael Tobash"},
{"bill_id":434579,"bill_number":"HB2722","title":"Further providing for registration.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 14, 1972 (P.L.233, No.64), known as The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act, further providing for registration.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2722/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2722","sponsor":"Joseph Markosek"},
{"bill_id":434580,"bill_number":"HB2721","title":"Further providing for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses, for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses, for malt and brewed beverages retail licenses and for licenses not assignable; transfers.","description":"An Act amending the act of April 12, 1951 (P.L.90, No.21), known as the Liquor Code, further providing for issuance, transfer or extension of hotel, restaurant and club liquor licenses, for malt and brewed beverages manufacturers', distributors' and importing distributors' licenses, for malt and brewed beverages retail licenses and for licenses not assignable; transfers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Referred to LIQUOR CONTROL","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":"Liquor Control","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2721/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2721","sponsor":"David Reed"},
{"bill_id":434588,"bill_number":"HR934","title":"Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Pittsburgh Steelers' Immaculate Reception.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Pittsburgh Steelers' Immaculate Reception.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-17","last_action":"Adopted (190-0)","last_action_date":"2012-10-17","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR934/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=934","sponsor":"Brian Ellis"},
{"bill_id":434591,"bill_number":"SR389","title":"Recognizing November 10, 2012, as \"Marine Corps Day\" in Pennsylvania in honor of the United States Marine Corps' 237th anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution recognizing November 10, 2012, as \"Marine Corps Day\" in Pennsylvania in honor of the United States Marine Corps' 237th anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR389/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=389","sponsor":"John Rafferty"},
{"bill_id":434594,"bill_number":"SR390","title":"Congratulating the Pennsylvania Septage Management Association on its 25th anniversary.","description":"A Resolution congratulating the Pennsylvania Septage Management Association on its 25th anniversary.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR390/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=390","sponsor":"Mary White"},
{"bill_id":434597,"bill_number":"SR391","title":"Designating December 3, 2012, as \"International Day of Persons with Disabilities\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating December 3, 2012, as \"International Day of Persons with Disabilities\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR391/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=391","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":434602,"bill_number":"SR392","title":"Designating the month of November 2012 as \"Assistive Technology Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2012 as \"Assistive Technology Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR392/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=392","sponsor":"Christine Tartaglione"},
{"bill_id":434605,"bill_number":"SR393","title":"Recognizing and congratulating the River City Brass Band on the 31st anniversary of its founding.","description":"A Resolution recognizing and congratulating the River City Brass Band on the 31st anniversary of its founding.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR393/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=393","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":434608,"bill_number":"SR394","title":"Designating the month of November 2012 as \"Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the month of November 2012 as \"Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR394/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=394","sponsor":"Randy Vulakovich"},
{"bill_id":434611,"bill_number":"SR395","title":"Designating the week of October 22 through 26, 2012, as \"Juvenile Detention Centers Week\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating the week of October 22 through 26, 2012, as \"Juvenile Detention Centers Week\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR395/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=395","sponsor":"Kim Ward"},
{"bill_id":434615,"bill_number":"SR396","title":"Designating October 29, 2012, as \"Turkish Republic Day\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution designating October 29, 2012, as \"Turkish Republic Day\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR396/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=396","sponsor":"John Blake"},
{"bill_id":434618,"bill_number":"SR397","title":"Expressing condolences on the loss of Marine Lieutenant Colonel Christopher \"Otis\" Raible, a native of Irwin, Westmoreland County, who was killed while supporting combat operations in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, on September 15, 2012, at 40 years of age.","description":"A Resolution expressing condolences on the loss of Marine Lieutenant Colonel Christopher \"Otis\" Raible, a native of Irwin, Westmoreland County, who was killed while supporting combat operations in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, on September 15, 2012, at 40 years of age.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR397/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=397","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":434621,"bill_number":"SR398","title":"Recognizing the week of October 22 through 26, 2012, as \"No Place for Hate Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the Anti-Defamation League for its outstanding efforts to promote peace, brotherhood and goodwill through its \"No Place for Hate\" program.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the week of October 22 through 26, 2012, as \"No Place for Hate Week\" in Pennsylvania and commending the Anti-Defamation League for its outstanding efforts to promote peace, brotherhood and goodwill through its \"No Place for Hate\" program.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR398/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=398","sponsor":"Patrick Browne"},
{"bill_id":434624,"bill_number":"SR399","title":"Recognizing the month of November 2012 as \"Family and Agency Caregiver Month\" in Pennsylvania and commending the service and dedication of family and agency caregivers in our communities.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of November 2012 as \"Family and Agency Caregiver Month\" in Pennsylvania and commending the service and dedication of family and agency caregivers in our communities.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR399/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=399","sponsor":"Lisa Boscola"},
{"bill_id":434626,"bill_number":"SR400","title":"Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Pittsburgh Steelers' Immaculate Reception.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the 40th anniversary of the Pittsburgh Steelers' Immaculate Reception.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-10-16","last_action":"Introduced and adopted","last_action_date":"2012-10-16","committee":null,"chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SR400/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=R&bn=400","sponsor":"Jay Costa"},
{"bill_id":434630,"bill_number":"HB2727","title":"In charter schools, further providing for funding for charter schools.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in charter schools, further providing for funding for charter schools.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-23","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-23","committee":"Education","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2727/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2727","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":434636,"bill_number":"HB2726","title":"Providing for hiring preferences for employees of former youth development centers.","description":"An Act providing for hiring preferences for employees of former youth development centers.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-23","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-10-23","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2726/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2726","sponsor":"Jaret Gibbons"},
{"bill_id":434643,"bill_number":"HB2725","title":"In general principles of justification, further providing for definitions, for use of force in self-protection, for use of force for the protection of property and for use of force by persons with special responsibility for care, discipline or safety of others.","description":"An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general principles of justification, further providing for definitions, for use of force in self-protection, for use of force for the protection of property and for use of force by persons with special responsibility for care, discipline or safety of others.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-23","last_action":"Referred to JUDICIARY","last_action_date":"2012-10-23","committee":"Judiciary","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2725/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2725","sponsor":"Ronald Waters"},
{"bill_id":434663,"bill_number":"HR935","title":"Honoring the life of former United States Senator Arlen J. Specter and extending condolences to his family.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of former United States Senator Arlen J. Specter and extending condolences to his family.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-11-14","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR935/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=935","sponsor":"Rosita Youngblood"},
{"bill_id":434671,"bill_number":"HB2728","title":"Further providing for definitions and for school district tax notices.","description":"An Act amending the act of June 27, 2006 (1st Sp.Sess., P.L.1873, No.1), known as the Taxpayer Relief Act, further providing for definitions and for school district tax notices.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-23","last_action":"Referred to FINANCE","last_action_date":"2012-10-23","committee":"Finance","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2728/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2728","sponsor":"Eddie Pashinski"},
{"bill_id":434674,"bill_number":"HB2729","title":"Further providing for changes in assessed valuation.","description":"An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for changes in assessed valuation.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-23","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-10-23","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2729/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2729","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":434677,"bill_number":"HB2730","title":"Providing for prohibitions regarding contracts for cosmetologists or prospective cosmetologists; and imposing penalties.","description":"An Act providing for prohibitions regarding contracts for cosmetologists or prospective cosmetologists; and imposing penalties.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-10-23","last_action":"Referred to PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE","last_action_date":"2012-10-23","committee":"Professional Licensure","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2730/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2730","sponsor":"Eli Evankovich"},
{"bill_id":434725,"bill_number":"HR936","title":"Recognizing the month of November 2012 as \"Child Identity Theft Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","description":"A Resolution recognizing the month of November 2012 as \"Child Identity Theft Awareness Month\" in Pennsylvania.","status_desc":"Introduced","status_date":"2012-11-01","last_action":"INTRODUCED AS NONCONTROVERSIAL RESOLUTION UNDER RULE 35","last_action_date":"2012-11-01","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR936/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=936","sponsor":"Ryan Mackenzie"},
{"bill_id":434728,"bill_number":"HB2731","title":"In prothonotary, clerks of courts, clerk of orphans' court, register of wills, recorder of deeds, further providing for how offices to be held.","description":"An Act amending the act of August 9, 1955 (P.L.323, No.130), known as The County Code, in prothonotary, clerks of courts, clerk of orphans' court, register of wills, recorder of deeds, further providing for how offices to be held.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-11-01","last_action":"Referred to LOCAL GOVERNMENT","last_action_date":"2012-11-01","committee":"Local Government","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2731/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2731","sponsor":"Kerry Benninghoff"},
{"bill_id":434990,"bill_number":"SB1617","title":"Requiring background checks of persons who coach youth athletic teams.","description":"An Act requiring background checks of persons who coach youth athletic teams.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Referred to AGING AND YOUTH","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":"Aging & Youth","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1617/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1617","sponsor":"Donald White"},
{"bill_id":434993,"bill_number":"SB1618","title":"Providing for Student Performance Measurement Advisory Commission.","description":"An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, providing for Student Performance Measurement Advisory Commission.","status_desc":"In Senate Committee","status_date":"2012-10-25","last_action":"Referred to EDUCATION","last_action_date":"2012-10-25","committee":"Education","chamber":"Senate","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/SB1618/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=S&type=B&bn=1618","sponsor":"James Brewster"},
{"bill_id":435114,"bill_number":"HB2732","title":"Providing for address change reporting.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for address change reporting.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-11-07","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-11-07","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2732/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2732","sponsor":"Angel Cruz"},
{"bill_id":435740,"bill_number":"HR938","title":"Honoring the life and extending condolences upon the passing of Eric James Reinholt.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life and extending condolences upon the passing of Eric James Reinholt.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-11-14","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR938/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=938","sponsor":"Nicholas Miccarelli"},
{"bill_id":435741,"bill_number":"HR937","title":"Honoring the life of Mr. Robert W. Mader, beloved Mayor of the Borough of Alburtis, and expressing condolences upon his passing.","description":"A Resolution honoring the life of Mr. Robert W. Mader, beloved Mayor of the Borough of Alburtis, and expressing condolences upon his passing.","status_desc":"Adopted","status_date":"2012-11-14","last_action":"Adopted (193-0)","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":null,"chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HR937/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=R&bn=937","sponsor":"Ryan Mackenzie"},
{"bill_id":435742,"bill_number":"HB2733","title":"Further providing for contributions by employees and for trigger rate redeterminations; and providing for regular contributions by employees.","description":"An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp.Sess., 1937 P.L.2897, No.1), known as the Unemployment Compensation Law, further providing for contributions by employees and for trigger rate redeterminations; and providing for regular contributions by employees.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-11-13","last_action":"Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY","last_action_date":"2012-11-13","committee":"Labor And Industry","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2733/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2733","sponsor":"William Keller"},
{"bill_id":435753,"bill_number":"HB2734","title":"Further providing for additional parking regulations.","description":"An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for additional parking regulations.","status_desc":"In House Committee","status_date":"2012-11-14","last_action":"Referred to TRANSPORTATION","last_action_date":"2012-11-14","committee":"Transportation","chamber":"House","url":"https://legiscan.com/PA/bill/HB2734/2011","state_link":"https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/bill_history.cfm?syear=2011&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2734","sponsor":"John Payne"}
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