Wednesday, April 15, 2015

SB 43, PN 24 (Williams) – Sen. Williams’ stolen valor legislation imposes penalties for those who falsely wear military awards and decorations to commit fraud, obtain employment or be appointed to public office.  A vote of 49-0 was recorded.

HB 152, PN 1181 (Tallman) – Extends application eligibility period for the Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefit from 90 days to four years.  It also extends death benefits to campus police (employees of state-aided/related universities and members of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education).  A vote of 49-0 was recorded.

HB 178, PN 1213 (Snyder) – This is a comprehensive bridge and road naming bill.  A vote of 49-0 was recorded.

SB 485, PN 425 (Scarnati) – This bill creates a first degree misdemeanor when someone impersonates a doctor and as such, gives any advice or treatment to another as a patient.  A vote of 49-0 was recorded.