PA Senate Floor Journal — 2026-06-08

The Chair thanks Liam Molinari and Sam VanNorman, who are the guests today of Senator Culver. The PRESIDENT pro tempore laid before the Senate the following communications in writing from His Excellency, the Governor of the Commonwealth, which were read as follows and referred to the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations: June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 10, 2026, of Moriah Hathaway (Congressional District 4), 2501 Hoffer Street, Harrisburg 17103, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Election Law Advisory Board, to serve at the pleasure of the Governor, vice Kenneth Lawrence, Plymouth Meeting, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 10, 2026, of Theron Perez, Esquire (Congressional District 14), 22 Tall Tree Drive, Camp Hill 17011, York County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Election Law Advisory Board, to serve at the pleasure of the Governor, vice Dave Lohr, Connellsville, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 10, 2026, of Elise Claire Schell (Congressional District 11), 1500 North Sixth Street, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Election Law Advisory Board, to serve at the pleasure of the Governor, vice Randall Wenger, Lititz, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 10, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks, 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority, to serve until April 8, 2026, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Robert Sanders, Philadelphia, resigned. Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 10, 2026, of Amanda Warren (Congressional District 3), 213 Locust Street, Unit 301, Harrisburg 17101, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Election Law Advisory Board, to serve at the pleasure of the Governor, vice Patrick Christmas, Philadelphia, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 10, 2026, of Moriah Hathaway, 2501 Hoffer Street, Harrisburg 17103, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority, to serve until April 8, 2028, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Michael Welsh, Coraopolis, resigned. Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 10, 2026, of Thomas J. Yablonski, Jr. (Congressional District 13), 3115 Wayland Road, Mechanicsburg 17055, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Election Law Advisory Board, to serve at the pleasure of the Governor, vice Bruce Erb, State College, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated March 17, 2026, of Anne Gingrich Cornick, Esquire (Congressional District 7), 2311 Briarcliff Road, Harrisburg 17104, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Election Law Advisory Board, to serve at the pleasure of the Governor, vice Richard Santee, Bethlehem, resigned. Governor JUNE 8, June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 10, 2026, of Amanda Warren, 213 Locust Street, Unit 301, Harrisburg 17101, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority, to serve until April 8, 2028, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Gibson Armstrong, Lancaster, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 10, 2026, of Thomas J. Yablonski, Jr., 3115 Wayland Road, Mechanicsburg 17055, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Energy Development Authority, to serve until April 8, 2026, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Ray Bologna, Sewickley, deceased. Governor June 3, 2026 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Elise Claire Schell, 1500 North Sixth Street, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Health Policy Board, to serve for a term of three years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Lisa Frank, Pittsburgh, resigned. Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: June 3, 2026 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 10, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks (Public Member), 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Funeral Directors, to serve for a term of five years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Francis McCusker, Lafayette Hill, whose term expired. Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Amanda Warren, 213 Locust Street, Unit 301, Harrisburg 17101, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Health Policy Board, to serve for a term of three years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Robert Armstrong, Hershey, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 10, 2026, of Thomas J. Yablonski, Jr., 3115 Wayland Road, Mechanicsburg 17055, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of Hamburg Center, to serve until January 19, 2027, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Nancy Houser, Bernville, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Thomas J. Yablonski, Jr., 3115 Wayland Road, Mechanicsburg 17055, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Health Policy Board, to serve for a term of three years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice John Scullin, Adamsville, resigned. Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: June 3, 2026 In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks, 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Health Policy Board, to serve for a term of three years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice C. Michael Blackwood, Mars, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks, 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Board of Directors of the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency, to serve until June 30, 2027, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Ava Willis, King of Prussia, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated March 4, 2026, of Elise Claire Schell, 1500 North Sixth Street, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, to serve until January 19, 2027, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Allison Dorsey, Swarthmore, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 JUNE 8, appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, to serve for a term of five years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice George Dawson, Folsom, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Thomas J. Yablonski, Jr., 3115 Wayland Road, Mechanicsburg 17055, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, to serve for a term of five years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Adrian Shanker, Easton, resigned. Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks, 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, to serve for a term of five years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Kathleen Dormer-Carusone, Mechanicsburg, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks, 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Industrial Board, to serve until January 19, 2027, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Bony Dawood, Mechanicsburg, resigned. Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Moriah Hathaway, 2501 Hoffer Street, Harrisburg 17103, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, to serve for a term of five years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Gerald Robinson, Lancaster, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Elise Claire Schell, 1500 North Sixth Street, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Thomas J. Yablonski, Jr., 3115 Wayland Road, Mechanicsburg 17055, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Industrial Board, to serve until January 19, 2027, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice David Abel, Scranton, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks, 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority, to serve until July 24, 2028, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Guy Ciarrocchi, Paoli, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Addie Abelson, Esquire, 158 Erford Road, Apartment 404, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, for appointment as Judge, Court of Common Pleas, Philadelphia County, to serve until the first Monday of January 2028, vice the Honorable Margaret Theresa Murphy, resigned. Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Elise Claire Schell, 1500 North Sixth Street, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority, to serve until July 24, 2030, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice B. Michael Schaul, Mechanicsburg, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Addie Abelson, Esquire, 158 Erford Road, Apartment 404, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, for appointment as Judge, Court of Common Pleas, Washington County, to serve until the first Monday of January 2028, vice the Honorable Gary M. Gilman, resigned. Governor To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Thomas J. Yablonski, Jr., 3115 Wayland Road, Mechanicsburg 17055, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority, to serve until July 24, 2026, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Janis Herschkowitz, Hummelstown, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Anne Gingrich Cornick, Esquire, 2311 Briarcliff Road, Harrisburg 17104, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as Judge, Court of Common Pleas, Allegheny County, to serve until the first Monday of January 2028, vice the Honorable Christine Ward, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks, 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Council of Trustees of Kutztown University of Pennsylvania of the State System of Higher Education, to serve for a term of six years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice John Wabby, Pottsville, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks (Public Member), 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Landscape Architects, to serve for a term of three years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Megan Carpenter, Beaver, whose term expired. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Thomas J. Yablonski, Jr. (Public Member), 3115 Wayland Road, Mechanicsburg 17055, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Landscape Architects, to serve for a term of three years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Edward Rak, Glenshaw, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks (Public Member), 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Massage Therapy, to serve until October 9, 2027, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Shea Rhodes, Philadelphia, resigned. June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks (Public Member), 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Medicine, to serve for a term of four years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Keith Loiselle, Gibsonia, whose term expired. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Elise Claire Schell, 1500 North Sixth Street, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Minority Business Development Authority, to serve until June 2, 2029, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Robert Agbede, Pittsburgh, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Thomas J. Yablonski, Jr. (Public Member), 3115 Wayland Road, Mechanicsburg 17055, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Massage Therapy, to serve until October 9, 2026, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Ellyn Jo Waller, Ardmore, whose term expired. Governor JUNE 8, In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Thomas J. Yablonski, Jr., 3115 Wayland Road, Mechanicsburg 17055, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Pennsylvania Minority Business Development Authority, to serve until June 2, 2027, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Jenine Diaz, Harrisburg, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks, 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the Board of Trustees of Norristown State Hospital, to serve until January 16, 2029, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Raymond Catton, Phoenixville, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Addie Abelson, Esquire, 158 Erford Road, Apartment 404, Camp Hill 17011, Cumberland County, Thirty-fourth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators, to serve for a term of four years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Diane Baldi, Scranton, resigned. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Moriah Hathaway (Public Member), 2501 Hoffer Street, Harrisburg 17103, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Occupational Therapy Education and Licensure, to serve for a term of three years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, vice Richard Turner, Mercer, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Thomas J. Yablonski, Jr. (Public Member), 3115 Wayland Road, Mechanicsburg 17055, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators, to serve for a term of four years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Anita Lahr, Shippenville, whose term expired. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Moriah Hathaway (Public Member), 2501 Hoffer Street, Harrisburg 17103, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Nursing, to serve for a term of six years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Jason Owen, Erie, resigned. Governor In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Aaron H. Danks, 1801 North Second Street #2, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Optometry, to serve for a term of four years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Luanne Chubb, King of Prussia, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Moriah Hathaway (Public Member), 2501 Hoffer Street, Harrisburg 17103, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Optometry, to serve for a term of four years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Lisa Hegedus, Jeannette, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Elise Claire Schell (Public Member), 1500 North Sixth Street, Harrisburg 17102, Dauphin County, Fifteenth Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Optometry, to serve for a term of four years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Brian Fill, Tarentum, resigned. Governor June 3, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: JUNE 8, Please note that the letter dated June 8, 2026, for the nomination of Joseph Zawisa, 650 Lake Front Drive, Orwigsburg 17961, Schuylkill County, Twenty-ninth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, to serve for a term of four years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, should be corrected to read: Joseph Zawisza, 650 Lake Front Drive, Orwigsburg 17961, Schuylkill County, Twenty-ninth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, to serve for a term of four years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period. In accordance with the power and authority vested in me as Governor of the Commonwealth, I do hereby recall the nomination dated February 20, 2026, of Thomas J. Yablonski, Jr. (Public Member), 3115 Wayland Road, Mechanicsburg 17055, Cumberland County, Thirty-first Senatorial District, for appointment as a member of the State Board of Optometry, to serve for a term of four years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period, vice Marla Wasson, Lewisberry, whose term expired. Governor The PRESIDENT pro tempore laid before the Senate the following Senate Bills numbered, entitled, and referred as follows, which were read by the Clerk: June 4, 2026 Senators COLEMAN, GEBHARD and BROOKS presented to the Chair SB 1344, entitled: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, repealing provisions relating to computer data center equipment incentive program; in general provisions, providing for transfer of tax from certain sale of computer data equipment; and establishing a restricted account in the Motor License Fund. The PRESIDENT pro tempore laid before the Senate the following communication in writing from His Excellency, the Governor of the Commonwealth, which was read as follows and referred to the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations: Which was committed to the Committee on FINANCE, June 4, 2026. An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in zoning, providing for optional moratorium on filing or consideration of new applications for high impact data centers. June 8, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: In conformity with law, I have the honor hereby to nominate for the advice and consent of the Senate, Joseph Zawisa, 650 Lake Front Drive, Orwigsburg 17961, Schuylkill County, Twenty-ninth Senatorial District, for reappointment as a member of the State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, to serve for a term of four years, and until the successor is appointed and qualified, but not longer than six months beyond that period. Governor Senators COLEMAN, GEBHARD, DUSH, PENNYCUICK and BARTOLOTTA presented to the Chair SB 1345, entitled: Which was committed to the Committee on LOCAL GOVERNMENT, June 4, 2026. Senators COLLETT, HAYWOOD, TARTAGLIONE, KANE, and CAPPELLETTI presented to the Chair SB 1349, entitled: An Act providing for transparency in use of generative artificial intelligence; requiring disclosure of synthetic content; providing for establishment of content verification tools; imposing duties on the Bureau of Consumer Protection in the Office of Attorney General; and imposing penalties. Which was committed to the Committee on COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY, June 4, 2026. The PRESIDENT pro tempore laid before the Senate the following communication in writing from His Excellency, the Governor of the Commonwealth, which was read as follows and referred to the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations: Senators BROOKS, TARTAGLIONE, VOGEL, KANE, HUTCHINSON, MILLER, FARRY, YAW and KIM presented to the Chair SB 1352, entitled: June 8, 2026 To the Honorable, the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in departmental powers and duties as to licensing, providing for issuance of licenses by Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs. Which was committed to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, June 4, 2026. Senators FLYNN, ROTHMAN, KANE, HAYWOOD, COSTA, ARGALL and HUGHES presented to the Chair SB 1356, entitled: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in historic preservation incentive tax credit, further providing for tax credit certificates. Which was committed to the Committee on FINANCE, June 4, 2026. Senators L. WILLIAMS, CAPPELLETTI, MUTH, SCHWANK and KANE presented to the Chair SB 1357, entitled: An Act amending the act of April 18, 2016 (P.L.128, No.17), known as the Pennsylvania ABLE Act, in exemptions, providing for exclusion of contributions for purposes of determining need for disabled veterans' real estate tax exemption. Which was committed to the Committee on FINANCE, June 5, 2026. Senators ARGALL, MASTRIANO, CULVER, BROOKS, YAW, HUTCHINSON and J. WARD presented to the Chair SB 1362, entitled: An Act providing for the Milk Dispensary School Pilot Program; awarding grants; establishing the Milk Dispensary School Pilot Program Account; and imposing duties on the Department of Agriculture. 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, no police officer to be within one hundred feet of polling place, exceptions and presence of soldiers prohibited; and, in penalties, further providing for police officers at polling places. Which was committed to the Committee on AGRICULTURE AND RURAL AFFAIRS, June 5, 2026. Which was committed to the Committee on STATE GOVERNMENT, June 4, 2026. An Act providing for public utility credit reporting; and imposing duties on public utilities. Senators YAW, VOGEL, STEFANO, HUTCHINSON, PHILLIPS-HILL, ROTHMAN, PISCIOTTANO, FLYNN, J. WARD, BARTOLOTTA, DUSH and KANE presented to the Chair SB 1358, entitled: 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. Which was committed to the Committee on ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES AND ENERGY, June 4, 2026. Senators MUTH, COMITTA BROWN and SAVAL presented to the Chair SB 1359, entitled: An Act imposing a Statewide moratorium on hyperscale data center development and permitting; and providing for enforcement. Which was committed to the Committee on LOCAL GOVERNMENT, June 4, 2026. June 5, 2026 Senators COLLETT, KANE, COMITTA, FONTANA, HAYWOOD, TARTAGLIONE and SCHWANK presented to the Chair SB 1350, entitled: 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; and providing for conduct relating to reproductive health data and sexual health data. Which was committed to the Committee on CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE, June 5, 2026. Senators GEBHARD, BARTOLOTTA, PHILLIPS-HILL, YAW, PISCIOTTANO, J. WARD, VOGEL, STEFANO and DUSH presented to the Chair SB 1361, entitled: Senators SAVAL, PISCIOTTANO, STREET, HAYWOOD, and SCHWANK presented to the Chair SB 1363, entitled: Which was committed to the Committee on CONSUMER PROTECTION AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE, June 5, 2026. Senators SAVAL, PISCIOTTANO, STREET, HAYWOOD, and SCHWANK presented to the Chair SB 1364, entitled: An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, in creation of leases, statute of frauds and mortgaging of leaseholds, further providing for leases for not more than three years and for leases for more than three years and providing for notice of building credit through rent reporting program for residential leases; and providing for reporting rent payment information to consumer reporting agency program. Which was committed to the Committee on URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING, June 5, 2026. Senators LAUGHLIN, BOSCOLA, BARTOLOTTA, MALONE, PISCIOTTANO, ROBINSON, KIM and GEBHARD presented to the Chair SB 1365, entitled: An Act amending Titles 74 (Transportation) and 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Multimodal Fund, further providing for use of money in fund; in preliminary provisions relating to aviation, further providing for definitions and for Aviation Restricted Account and providing for Aviation Trust Fund; in authority of Department of Transportation, further providing for authority of department; in obstructions to aircraft operation, providing for prohibited conduct; in airport operation and zoning, providing for abandoned or derelict aircraft and further providing for power to adopt airport zoning regulations; in aviation development, further providing for service fees, for tax on aviation fuels, for allocation of funds, for agreement of maintenance and for tax on jet fuels and providing for tax on alternative aviation fuels and for aviation fees; in liquid fuels and fuels tax, further providing for imposition of tax, exemptions and deductions, for distributor's report and payment of tax, for disposition and use of tax and for refunds; imposing fees; imposing penalties; making transfers; abrogating regulations; and making editorial changes. JUNE 8, Which was committed to the Committee on TRANSPORTATION, June 5, 2026. providing for title of act, for construction, for definitions, for deteriorated areas, for exemption schedule and for procedure for obtaining exemption; and providing for public registry. Senators MALONE, PISCIOTTANO, TARTAGLIONE, HAYWOOD, COMITTA, CAPPELLETTI and COSTA presented to the Chair SB 1366, entitled: Which was committed to the Committee on URBAN AFFAIRS AND HOUSING, June 7, 2026. An Act amending the act of November 24, 1998 (P.L.882, No.111), known as the Crime Victims Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions. June 8, 2026 Which was committed to the Committee on JUDICIARY, June 5, 2026. Senators BROOKS, GEBHARD, ARGALL, PHILLIPSHILL, LANGERHOLC, HUTCHINSON, COLEMAN, J. WARD and VOGEL presented to the Chair SB 1372, entitled: Senators L. WILLIAMS, COLLETT, CAPPELLETTI and SCHWANK presented to the Chair SB 1367, entitled: Which was committed to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, June 8, 2026. 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 voting by qualified absentee electors, further providing for approval of application for absentee ballot and for canvassing of official absentee ballots and mail-in ballots; in voting by qualified mail-in electors, further providing for approval of application for mail-in ballot; and, in Election Integrity Grant Program, further providing for funding for elections. Which was committed to the Committee on STATE GOVERNMENT, June 5, 2026. Senators STEFANO, J. WARD, BROWN, BROOKS MILLER and CULVER presented to the Chair SB 1368, entitled: An Act prohibiting nudification applications from being offered on online application marketplaces; and prescribing penalties. Which was committed to the Committee on COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY, June 5, 2026. Senators PENNYCUICK, CULVER and J. WARD presented to the Chair SB 1369, entitled: An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in children and youth, providing for screening requirements. Which was committed to the Committee on AGING AND YOUTH, June 5, 2026. Senator KEEFER presented to the Chair SB 1371, entitled: An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in public assistance, further providing for enrollment limitation. Which was committed to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, June 5, 2026. June 7, 2026 Senators STEFANO, ROTHMAN, PICOZZI, DUSH, FONTANA and LAUGHLIN presented to the Chair SB 1374, entitled: An Act amending the act of December 1, 1977 (P.L.237, No.76), known as the Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance Act, further An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in departmental powers and duties as to supervision, providing for annual report. Senators BROOKS, LAUGHLIN, GEBHARD, STEFANO, HUTCHINSON, BAKER and PHILLIPS-HILL presented to the Chair SB 1373, entitled: An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in fraud and abuse control, further providing for definitions and for restrictions on provider charges and payments and providing for claim submissions. Which was committed to the Committee on HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, June 8, 2026. The PRESIDENT pro tempore laid before the Senate the following Senate Resolutions numbered, entitled, and referred as follows, which were read by the Clerk: June 4, 2026 Senators YAW, MARTIN, STREET, HAYWOOD, HUGHES, COMITTA, VOGEL, CULVER, STEFANO and KIM presented to the Chair SR 333, entitled: A Resolution designating the week of June 7 through 13, 2026, as "Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week" in Pennsylvania. Which was committed to the Committee on RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, June 4, 2026. June 5, 2026 Senators GEBHARD, STEFANO, VOGEL and KEEFER presented to the Chair SR 332, entitled: A Resolution directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a study and issue a report on the cost to the Commonwealth associated with the defrayal of health insurance benefit mandates under the Affordable Care Act. Which was committed to the Committee on BANKING AND INSURANCE, June 5, 2026. June 8, 2026 Senators STREET, PICOZZI, SAVAL, A. WILLIAMS, L. WILLIAMS, PHILLIPS-HILL, KANE, CAPPELLETTI, COSTA, PENNYCUICK, VOGEL and HUTCHINSON presented to the Chair SR 335, entitled: Senator Costa requests legislative leaves for Senator Cappelletti, Senator Haywood, Senator Hughes, Senator Santarsiero, Senator Tartaglione, and Senator Anthony Williams. Without objection, the leaves will be granted. Which was committed to the Committee on RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, June 8, 2026. Senators CAPPELLETTI, MARTIN, PICOZZI, HUGHES, BROWN, COSTA, J. WARD and KANE presented to the Chair SR 336, entitled: Senator PITTMAN offered the following resolution, which was read as follows: A Resolution recognizing June 19, 2026, as "Juneteenth National Freedom Day" in Pennsylvania. A Resolution designating June 15, 2026, as "Pediatric Brain Cancer Awareness Day" in Pennsylvania. Which was committed to the Committee on RULES AND EXECUTIVE NOMINATIONS, June 8, 2026. The Clerk of the House of Representatives presented to the Senate the following bills for concurrence, which were referred to the committees indicated: June 5, 2026 HB 69 -- Committee on Health and Human Services. HB 306 and 1106 -- Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. HB 513 -- Committee on State Government. HB 1045, 1814, 2117, 2425 and 2436 -- Committee on Education. HB 2120 -- Committee on Banking and Insurance. HB 2186 -- Committee on Urban Affairs and Housing. HB 2254 -- Committee on Law and Justice. HB 2274 -- Committee on Transportation. HB 2314 -- Committee on Communications and Technology. HB 2361 -- Committee on Local Government. HB 2363 and 2365 -- Committee on Game and Fisheries.

The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa. Senator COSTA. Madam President, I request legislative leaves for Senator Cappelletti, Senator Haywood, Senator Hughes, Senator Santarsiero, Senator Tartaglione, and Senator Anthony Williams.

The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Northumberland, Senator Culver. Senator CULVER. Madam President, it is an honor to rise today to recognize a remarkable group of young Pennsylvanians visiting the Capitol, members of Scouting America. These outstanding individuals represent the next generation of leaders in our communities, and we are proud to welcome them to the Senate Chamber for their annual report to the Commonwealth. Today's delegation includes over 150 Scouts and Scout leaders from across Pennsylvania, the most amount of Scouts here to date. These young people are here not just as visitors, but as living examples of service, character, and perseverance. And the report to the Commonwealth is more than a tradition; it is a celebration of the meaningful impact these Scouts have had across our towns and neighborhoods. They are guided by a deep commitment to service and supported by families, mentors, and dedicated volunteer leaders. Their presence here today is a reminder that citizenship is learned by doing, and the future of our State is in very capable hands. I ask all my colleagues to join me in extending a warm Senate welcome to our guests from Scouting America.

Would the Scouts please approach the rostrum and present your report. [Whereupon, the report was presented to the PRESIDENT pro tempore.] The Chair lays before the Senate the following report from Scouting America. (The following Scouting America Report was made part of the record at the request of the gentlewoman from Northumberland, Senator CULVER:) June 8, 2026 The Scouting America program is an ongoing adventure that delivers life-changing experiences, teaches a powerful set of real-life skills, and develops fundamental qualities that help more than 45,370 youth in 2,188 local Scouting groups in Pennsylvania become Prepared. For Life.® As of December 31, 2025: 45,370 registered youth; 25,151 Cub Scouts; 18,847 Boy Scouts; 481 Venturers; 891 Explorers. Scouting America will prepare every eligible youth to become a responsible, participating citizen and leader who is guided by the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Prepared. For Service. Doing service projects together is one way that Scouts of all ages keep their promise to "help other people." Eagle Scout service projects are an opportunity for Scouts to show leadership while helping their community. Prepared. For Learning. From diverse subjects ranging from American Business to Woodwork, Scouts in Pennsylvania earned 71,727 Merit Badges. Prepared. For Adventure. 2,188 local Cub Scout packs, Scouts BSA troops, Venturing crews and Explorer posts, were in operation during 2024. Prepared. For Leadership. 1,687 Scouts in Pennsylvania earned the Eagle Scout Award during 2025. 119 young women from Pennsylvania earned the Eagle Scout Award in 2025. 2,538 Pennsylvania Cub Scouts earned the Arrow of Light, Cub Scouting's highest award, in 2025.

This report will be noted in the Journal and filed in the Library. The Chair, once again, recognizes the gentlewoman from Northumberland, Senator Culver. Senator CULVER. Madam President, thank you for allowing Scouting America to be here with us today to present the report to the Commonwealth. The Scouts will conclude the Special Order of Business by reciting the Scout Oath and Scout Law. I encourage any Scout in the Chamber to stand and join with them. They will begin with the Scout Oath. [Whereupon, the Boy Scout Oath and Boy Scout Law were recited.] [Applause.]

The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Chester, Senator Comitta. Senator COMITTA. Madam President, Senator Cappelletti and I rise today to welcome the leadership and board members of the Valley Forge Park Alliance, the philanthropic and stewardship partner of Valley Forge National Historical Park. As we celebrate America's 250th birthday, Valley Forge was pivotal in the fight for freedom against authoritarianism. In December 1777, General George Washington led roughly 12,000 soldiers into Valley Forge. The Continental Army had recently failed to retake Philadelphia, the patriot capital. About 20 miles away at Valley Forge, they weathered a grueling winter encampment, battling supply shortages, disease, and the cold. That struggle, followed by intensive training, is credited with transforming them into a unified fighting force. That is a history worth preserving and celebrating at Valley Forge National Historical Park. Joining us today from the Valley Forge Park Alliance is Executive Director Molly Duffy; Park Superintendent Rose Fennell; Alliance board members Sarah Charles and Larry Light; Adam Gresek, director of visitor and community engagement for Valley Forge National Historical Park; and Dominic DiLuzio, an associate with AxAdvocacy. Thank you for being here with us today. The Alliance is currently working on advancing the adaptive reuse of the historic Maurice Stephens House into a public-facing visitor hub, event space, café, and headquarters, and it continues to support educational programs, volunteer engagement, and trail connectivity initiatives that expand public access and deepen community connection to Valley Forge. Valley Forge is one of America's most important historic and natural landscapes. In Chester County, we are fortunate to have it right in our own backyard. I want to thank the Valley Forge Park Alliance and all the volunteers, staff, and stewards who are working to protect it as part of our shared heritage and local ecology. As we mark America 250, let us remember that unity, standing together, is not just part of our American heritage, it is why we are here celebrating this milestone. Despite our differences, we need to keep that alive 250 years later and beyond. Thank you, and now please join me in welcoming representatives from the Valley Forge Park Alliance to the Pennsylvania Senate. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Senator Cris Dush) in the Chair. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Would the guests of Senator Comitta please rise to be welcomed by the Senate. [Applause.] GUEST OF SENATOR KRISTIN PHILLIPS-HILL The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from York, Senator Phillips-Hill. Senator PHILLIPS-HILL. Mr. President, it is my great pleasure to introduce Laurissa Metz from Spring Grove, who is shadowing me today. Laurissa is a rising junior at Joyful Road Academy, her homeschool program. She also attends the STEAM Coop, where she engages in collaborative, hands-on learning. In April, Laurissa participated in the TeenPact State classes in Harrisburg. It was an experience that further inspired her interest in public service. After graduation, Laurissa plans to pursue a degree in political science while continuing her personal study of theology, which reflects her strong, deep Christian faith. Laurissa told me ambition is important, stating she will probably begin her career at the local level, something in York, and see if she will make it to the State level and, one day, God willing, become President of the United States. Outside of academics, Laurissa is a dedicated fencer at Iron Rose Fencing in York, and she is an enthusiastic reader of J. R. R. Tolkien. Laurissa, I cannot wait to see what your future holds, and I hope to one day see you representing me as a State legislator. Would my colleagues please join me in welcoming my student shadow, Laurissa Metz, to the Senate of Pennsylvania. Thank you, Mr. President. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Would the guest of Senator Phillips-Hill please rise for a warm welcome from the Senate. [Applause.] GUESTS OF SENATOR LINDSEY M. WILLIAMS The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Allegheny, Senator Lindsey Williams. Senator L. WILLIAMS. Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the 47 rape crisis centers across Pennsylvania who are joining us today in the Capitol. Staff and survivors are here to educate us about what they need in this year's budget to provide the support and services that survivors deserve and are entitled to under the law. Unfortunately, they were here last year, too, making the same requests, because our rape crisis centers have been flatfunded for the past 6 years. I want to thank those who will be speaking today for standing up and for advocating for themselves and for all Pennsylvanians. Angela Campbell, Maria Gardner, Alicia Rathosky, Amy Mathieu, Katie Blume, and the youth advocates from PASSAGES in Clarion, Clearfield, and Jefferson Counties, thank you for sharing your stories. I also want to recognize survivors across the State. We see you, we hear you, we support you, and your words and your stories carry power here. You are not alone. And to the advocates who are here today, thank you for your work. I hope that we pass a budget that honors it, so you do not have to come back with the same request next year. I ask that the Senate please join me in giving the staff and survivors from Pennsylvania's rape crisis centers our traditional warm Senate welcome. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Would the guests of Senator Lindsey Williams please rise to be welcomed by the Senate. [Applause.] The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Allegheny, Senator Lindsey Williams. Senator L. WILLIAMS. Mr. President, I rise today to introduce my office's summer interns: Felipe Arias, Maria Pardo, and Christiana Wills, who are joining us in Harrisburg for the day. My office has had some wonderful interns over the years, but Felipe, Maria, and Christiana may be our best cohort yet. We are thrilled to have them working with us in our district offices this summer. Felipe Arias is currently working towards his master's in public and international affairs with a concentration in securities and intelligence studies at the University of Pittsburgh. He returned to his studies following 6 years in the United States Navy where he served as an aviation rescue swimmer, petty officer second class. In his time in our office, he has displayed the attention to detail that brought him success in the Navy by taking on very complicated constituent service cases, researching legislative solutions, and helping constituents resolve their issues. Maria Pardo is also a student at the University of Pittsburgh, where she is studying for her master's in public health. In addition to her internship with my office this summer, Maria is also working as a pharmacy assistant at Hilltop Pharmacy, a local independent pharmacy. Maria has brought a wealth of knowledge about public health to her work, helping to craft public testimony on Allegheny County's new proposed parental leave policy. Christiana Wills is a constituent and a student at Washington University in St. Louis, where she is working towards her B.A. in political science and public health. She might be the bravest intern I have seen, as she has volunteered to call fraud bingo at our senior social, and I am sure everyone here knows you do not mess with a bingo audience. Christiana brings an incredibly positive attitude to every interaction, handling difficult constituent conversations like a professional. Each of these interns has quickly become comfortable handling constituent casework, staffing summer events and community days, and helping with office projects. I am incredibly grateful to have them with us this summer and today in Harrisburg. I ask the Senate, please give the 38th Senatorial District summer interns, Felipe, Maria, and Christiana, our traditional warm Senate welcome. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Would the guests of Senator Lindsey Williams please rise to be welcomed by the Senate. [Applause.] The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa. Senator COSTA. Mr. President, today I rise to welcome Ari Gold, one of our legal interns, to the Senate floor here today. He is to my left. Ari is a 2025 graduate of Penn State University, where he is a member of the Pi Sigma Alpha, a political science honor society. He is currently enrolled at Widener Commonwealth Law School, and he intends to graduate in 2028. Ari is no stranger to the legislature or our political system. Previous to joining my office, he served as a constituent service adviser to Representative Tim Brennan, a campus fellow for the Harris-Walz Campaign, and as a legislative intern for our colleague, Senator Steve Santarsiero. So far, Ari has worked on topics of stormwater management research, HIPAA, and reproductive health data research, and also researching into the Landlord and Tenant Act. Unfortunately, he is a fan of all things Philadelphia sports, but I hope that while he works with us he comes to see the error of his ways. I am grateful to have Ari with us in our office and wish him well as he continues to pursue his law degree and ask my JUNE 8, colleagues to join me in welcoming this young man to the Senate of Pennsylvania. Thank you, Mr. President. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Would the guest of Senator Costa please rise to be welcomed by the Senate. [Applause.] GUESTS OF SENATOR SCOTT F. MARTIN The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Lancaster, Senator Martin. Senator MARTIN. Mr. President, I rise today with great pride to recognize the JP McCaskey High School Girls' Track and Field Team, who join us today in the gallery alongside their athletic director, Teasia Peña. Led by coach Derek Jennings and his outstanding coaching staff, this talented group made history by capturing the PIAA Class AAA State championship, bringing home McCaskey's first State team title since 1993. This championship reflects not only a remarkable athletic ability, but also resilience, teamwork, and the strong family-like culture Coach Jennings has fostered within the program, one built on encouragement, belief, and an unwavering commitment to one another. In addition to the team title, several athletes earned individual gold medals. The 4x100 meter relay team, led by Damani Crosson, Ella Petrosky, Alondra Grover, and Corinne Miller, claimed the Class AAA State championship with an incredible time of 47.20 seconds, a moment of redemption following past adversity and a testament to their hard work and perseverance. I also want to recognize Vivian Salerno, who won the girls' [Class] AAA 800-meter run with an impressive time of just over 2 minutes and 8 seconds, capping off a season of consistent excellence and mental toughness as she outran a strong field down the final stretch. Mr. President, this team has made their school, their community, and all of Lancaster proud. I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating each of these individual gold medal winners and the JP McCaskey [High School] Girls' Track and Field Team as a whole on their historic achievement and in welcoming them to the Pennsylvania Senate. Thank you, Mr. President. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Would the guests of Senator Martin please rise to be welcomed by the Senate. [Applause.] The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Lancaster, Senator Martin, for a second time. Senator MARTIN. Mr. President, I rise today to introduce to the Senate Terry Stinson, who is here shadowing our Committee on Appropriations team. Terry is a constituent of mine from West Lampeter Township and a proud graduate of Lampeter-Strasburg High School. He is the son of Dennis and Jacqueline Stinson. Terry is currently a sophomore in the Honors College at West Chester University, where he is studying accounting with a double minor in white collar crime and criminal justice. While maintaining a full academic schedule, he has earned an impressive 4.0 grade point average, an achievement that speaks to his dedication, discipline, and work ethic. In addition to his academic commitments, Terry is actively involved in campus life. He is a member of the Honors Student Association, served as treasurer of P.E.A.C.E., and plays for the West Chester University Men's Club Lacrosse Team. Beyond that, he works three part-time jobs, gaining real-world experience while still excelling in the classroom. His roles include serving as a retail supervisor at the Strasburg Rail Road, working as a member of the West Chester University Rammy Team, and serving as WCU Admissions Ambassador. It has been a pleasure getting to know Terry today. His drive, character, and commitment to service make him an outstanding representative of both his university and Lancaster County. Mr. President, I ask my colleagues to join me in giving a warm welcome to Terry Stinson. Thank you, Mr. President. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Would the guest of Senator Martin please rise to be welcomed by the Senate. [Applause.] The PRESIDING OFFICER. Senator Brooks has returned, and her temporary Capitol leave is cancelled. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Lancaster, Senator Malone. Senator MALONE. Mr. President, I rise to welcome Cristina Elliott as a guest to the Senate. This summer, Cristina is serving as an intern in my district office. Cristina is from Lititz, which is my district office home, and is currently pursuing a master's in criminal justice at Temple University, where she has also completed a B.A. in criminal justice earlier this year. At Temple, she is the vice president of the Criminal Justice Honor Society, where she helps schedule meetings and plan community events for students ranging from undergraduate to Ph.D. She is also a dance team captain at school, where she leads her dance team at sporting events and at the DI national dance competitions. In my office, Cristina is focused on policy work by helping complete legislative briefings. She also helps serve constituents and some other assigned projects around the office. She has been an excellent member of my team, and I look forward to working with her throughout this summer as we serve the Pennsylvania 36th Senatorial District in Lancaster. I ask my colleagues to join me in welcoming Cristina Elliott to the Senate. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Would the guest of Senator Malone please rise to be welcomed by the Senate. [Applause.] GUESTS OF SENATOR LISA M. BOSCOLA The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Northampton, Senator Boscola. Senator BOSCOLA. Mr. President, today I rise to recognize two outstanding young people who are joining me as office interns. First, I am pleased to welcome Holly Monoski, who is serving as an intern in my Capitol office where she is working with my Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure executive director and my legislative director, assisting with research, stakeholder outreach, and daily work that comes with Session days here in Harrisburg--June, in particular--exciting stuff. Holly is a rising senior at Temple University, where she is pursuing a degree in public health with a minor in applied epidemiology. She is also part of Temple's accelerated program toward a master of public health in healthcare management and policy. Outside the classroom, Holly is a captain of the Temple University [Diamond Gems] Dance Team. She was recently selected by her teammates as Teammate of the Year, and she also received the team's Academic Excellence award for holding the highest GPA, including back-to-back 4.0 semesters. And, I will just add, I understand Holly plans to try out for our Philadelphia Eagles cheer team next season, and I know how we all feel about that in this Senate Chamber. We have more Eagles fans than Steelers fans. I know that, and so I will see them cheering her on today. All right? I am also pleased to welcome Luke McClure, who is interning in my Bethlehem district office. We are lucky to have Luke assisting our team with constituent matters and community outreach events throughout the Lehigh Valley this summer. Luke is a graduate of Freedom High School in Bethlehem, which I am proud to say is my alma mater. He is currently studying political science at Salisbury University with minors in film studies and international relations. He previously interned in the United States House of Representatives with Congresswoman Susan Wild during the 118th Congress. Luke has also been deeply involved in athletics and leadership, including serving as a former member and current manager of the Salisbury University Swim Team and holding several leadership roles with his fraternity, Alpha Sigma Phi. And since it is Luke's birthday today, I will also take this opportunity to wish him a very happy birthday, and I do not think it gets any better than having the Senate give him a happy birthday, too, today. But Luke brings with him a strong understanding of public service teamwork in our community, and I am glad to have him joining us. And, like all interns who were introduced today, opening our offices to interns is not just about giving students something to put on their resumé; it is about showing them that public service is real and that government is made up of people who care about their communities, that they have a place to work in this space if they choose to pursue it. Mr. President, I do ask my colleagues to join me in welcoming Holly Monoski, cheering her on, hopefully, as a Philadelphia cheerleader, and Luke McClure, because it is his birthday. So, I hope we give them both a warm welcome today. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Would the guests of Senator Boscola rise please to be welcomed by the Senate. [Applause.] The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Northampton, Senator Boscola, for a second time. Senator BOSCOLA. Mr. President, since my guests are no longer on the floor and in the gallery, I would like to submit my remarks for the record. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Pursuant to Senate Rule 10(e), the remarks will be submitted. (Pursuant to Senate Rule 10(e), the following prepared remarks were made part of the record at the request of the gentlewoman from Northampton, Senator BOSCOLA:) Mr. President, I am honored to introduce several outstanding citizens from the 18th Senatorial District who are with us today as part of Scouting America's Report to the Commonwealth. Joining us from Minsi Trails Council are Ashley, Liam, Logan, and Elisabeth Leeper of Pack and Troop 25; Vincent Costello of Troop 311; and Samuel VanNorman of Venture Crew 940. We were honored to have Samuel on the floor here today to lead this Chamber in the Pledge of Allegiance, as well as to present the Report to the Commonwealth. Scouting America has shaped generations of citizens, leaders, and public servants by instilling values of service, integrity, and civic responsibility. The Scouts in the Capitol today are a testament to that tradition. I ask my colleagues to join me in welcoming these exceptional Pennsylvanians to the Pennsylvania Senate. Thank you, Mr. President. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Berks, Senator Schwank. Senator SCHWANK. Mr. President, I am going to round out the guest introductions with two interns in my office as well. I would have to agree with Senator Boscola that having interns in your offices is such an enriching experience, both for the students and for us as well, and the work that they get done sometimes can just be amazing. And I have got two amazing interns with me here today in the gallery. Let us start with Ellyssa Elliott. Ellyssa is a native of Reading, Pennsylvania, and a proud lifelong product of the Reading School District--go Red Knights. She is currently attending Howard University in Washington, DC, where she is pursuing a rigorous academic track with double majors in African American studies and political science, paired with double minors in hip-hop studies and legal communications. At Howard, Ellyssa serves as the incoming co-chair of the John Lewis Coalition for Good Trouble and works as a chapel assistant while remaining actively engaged in student leadership, civic engagement, and professional development spaces. Across all environments she enters, her focus remains consistent: advocating for civil rights, representation, and community empowerment through multiple forms of leadership and creative expression. She is engaged with many organizations, including the National Action Network, campus volunteering, incoming president of Circle K International Service Initiatives, and music industry work through Hot 10 Music Group and Grammy U, with a focus on social justice storytelling and broader creative and professional development opportunities. Her ultimate goal is to amplify Black voices at the intersection of social justice, media, and entertainment using storytelling as a tool to drive real-world policy conversations and community impact. She plans to pursue legal education after graduation, attending law school with interests in entertainment law, intellectual property, and civil rights law. Also with Ellyssa, another intern in our office is Luke Bennethum. Luke is a rising senior at Penn State, a lifelong resident of Berks County, too, and alumni of Berks Catholic High School. He is majoring in political science with minors in journalism and politics and public policy. He is currently an intern this summer with me, but he is looking for that opportunity to serve all of his neighbors in the entire community. Outside of being an honor student at Penn State, Luke is a member of Lion Caucus, a student organization that advocates for increased funding for the university and Pell Grants and promotes the importance of civic engagement and student advocacy efforts both JUNE 8, on and off Penn State's campus. As a member of the organization, he participates in their annual Capital Day, so we may have seen him in our offices when they come up to Harrisburg every April. He is also very actively involved with Penn State THON, the largest student-run philanthropy in the world, which benefits research and provides financial support for Four Diamonds families at Penn State Health [Golisano] Children's Hospital and for children experiencing childhood cancer. This past year, he served as a donor and alumni relations captain, managing THON's professional relationships with external stakeholders across the country. This coming year, he will serve as a family relations captain, ensuring that Four Diamonds' families are emotionally supported and at the center of the organization's mission. Luke wants to pursue a career that intersects his interests in politics, communications, and public policy. That is a lot for both of them, but I expect great work out of them this summer, Mr. President. Would my colleagues join me in welcoming Luke and Ellyssa to our Senate Chamber. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Would the guests of Senator Schwank please rise to be welcomed by the Senate. [Applause.] The PRESIDING OFFICER. For the information of the Members, we are about to consider a condolence resolution. Will the Sergeant-at-Arms see that all doors in the Chamber are closed. Senators BROWN, BAKER, PHILLIPS-HILL, BARTOLOTTA, J. WARD, TARTAGLIONE, COSTA, STEFANO, VOGEL and CULVER, by unanimous consent, offered Senate Resolution A Resolution honoring the life and extending deepest condolences to the family of Officer Kristen M. Yeager. Will the Senate adopt the resolution? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Montgomery, Senator Pennycuick. Senator PENNYCUICK. Mr. President, on Friday, May 29, 2026, one of Berks County's finest was lost in the line of duty. Officer Kristen Yeager of Central Berks Regional Police Department and a resident of the 24th Senatorial District tragically lost her life responding to an emergency assistance request from a neighboring police department when she was killed in an automobile accident doing exactly what she had dedicated her whole life to doing: helping others. Every single day, police officers put their uniform on with a promise to protect and serve their community, regardless of the dangers that may come their way. They run towards uncertainty so the rest of us do not have to. Officer Yeager embodied that promise. She lived it not only in her profession, but in the way she carried herself, the way she supported her colleagues, and the pride she took in serving the people of Berks County. Officer Yeager's law enforcement career spanned multiple Berks County departments, including Boyertown, Eastern Berks Regional, and, most recently, Central Berks Regional. Her loss is felt deeply by her family. She and her husband, Dustin, were married for 11 years and together have three young children, Tanner, Conner, and Carli. Officer Yeager loved nothing more than spending time outdoors with her family, coaching and attending sporting events, pool parties, and side-by-side rides, a life well spent living with the ones who she loved dearly. Her loss is also felt by her fellow officers and our entire community. Last Monday night, hundreds of community members and first responders lined the processional route from Reading Hospital to the funeral home, illustrating buildings displaying blue lights and ribbons and saluting as she passed. In that powerful display of unity, we were reminded that the strength of a community is measured not only by its celebration, but in how it comes together in a moment of profound loss. Tomorrow, the community will come together to honor Officer Yeager in an End of Watch Ceremony with Police Honors. It is crucial that we continue to honor her legacy by supporting her loved ones and by recognizing the courage that every officer carries as they run towards danger to protect us. Officer Yeager served with integrity, compassion, and unwavering dedication. Her life was a testament to service, and her sacrifice will never be forgotten. I know that my colleague, Senator Schwank, will be speaking, and I would ask that my colleagues join me after Senator Schwank speaks for a moment of silence. Thank you, Mr. President. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Berks, Senator Schwank. Senator SCHWANK. Mr. President, I rise today to join my colleague, Senator Tracy Pennycuick, in extending our deepest condolences to the family of Officer Kristen Yeager of the Central Berks Regional Police Department. Officer Yeager tragically passed in the line of duty on May 29, 2026. She leaves behind a husband and, yes, three small children, beautiful children. In so many ways, Kristen was everything you would want not only from a police officer, but from a community member. A lifelong Pennsylvanian and Berks County resident, she graduated from Exeter High School before studying criminal justice at Shippensburg University, where she was also a standout member of the field hockey team. After she graduated, she came back to Berks County to serve her community as a police officer. She won the respect of her colleagues at each department she worked for, and she was, by all accounts, an outstanding officer and public servant. She had an equally meaningful life outside of her professional career as a mom and a wife. She enjoyed spending time outdoors with her family and was involved in coaching local youth field hockey and basketball. Officer Kristen Yeager was the kind of person who made Berks County a better place to live. She was an upstanding, selfless, and dedicated member of our community, and I can assure you that her example will be followed, and her service and sacrifice will not be forgotten. Mr. President, I, too, ask that my colleagues please join us in expressing our deepest condolences to Officer Kristen Yeager's family and to the Central Berks Regional Police Department. Thank you. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Before we vote on this condolence resolution, Senator Pennycuick and Senator Schwank have asked for a moment of silence. Will the Members, as well as all staff and guests, please rise for a moment of silence. [Whereupon, the Senate en bloc stood in a moment of silence in solemn respect to the memory of Officer KRISTEN YEAGER.] And the question recurring, Will the Senate adopt the resolution? A voice vote having been taken, the question was determined in the affirmative. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The resolution is unanimously adopted. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Indiana, Senator Pittman. Senator PITTMAN. Mr. President, I request a recess of the Senate for the purposes of two off-the-floor committee meetings, which will begin immediately in succession in the Rules room starting with a meeting of the Committee on Appropriations to be followed by a meeting of the Committee on Urban Affairs and Housing. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa. Senator COSTA. Mr. President, at the conclusion of the two meetings referenced by the Majority Leader, Democrats will meet in the rear of the Chamber for a caucus. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Indiana, Senator Pittman. Senator PITTMAN. Mr. President, just to clarify for our Members as well, at the conclusion of the committee meetings, we will caucus in the Majority Caucus Room. The PRESIDING OFFICER. For purposes of a meeting of the Committee on Appropriations followed by a meeting of the Committee on Urban Affairs and Housing, both of which will be held off the floor in the Rules room immediately, followed by Republican and Democratic caucuses to be held in their respective caucus rooms, without objection, the Senate stands in recess. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Senator Elder A. Vogel, Jr.) in the Chair. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The time of recess having expired, the Senate will come to order. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Senator Baker, Senator Keefer, and Senator Haywood have returned, and their respective leaves are cancelled. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Indiana, Senator Pittman. Senator PITTMAN. Mr. President, I request a temporary Capitol leave for Senator Martin. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa. Senator COSTA. Mr. President, I request a legislative leave for Senator Street. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Senator Pittman requests a temporary Capitol leave for Senator Martin. Senator Costa requests a legislative leave for Senator Street. Without objection, the leaves will be granted. Senator PITTMAN. Mr. President, may we be at ease for one second, please? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Senate will be at ease. [The Senate was at ease.] SB 1277 (Pr. No. 1632) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: 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 title of act, for construction, for definitions and for deteriorated areas; providing for ordinance and resolution limitations; further providing for exemption schedule and for procedure for obtaining exemption; and providing for public registry. Upon motion of Senator PITTMAN, and agreed to by voice vote, the bill was rereferred to the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations. HB 2403, HB 2404, HB 2405, HB 2406, HB 2407, HB 2408, HB 2409, HB 2410 and HB 2411 -- Without objection, the bills were passed over in their order at the request of Senator PITTMAN. SB 45 (Pr. No. 1761) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 23 (Domestic Relations), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure), 44 (Law and Justice), 61 (Prisons and Parole) and 63 (Professions and Occupations (State Licensed)) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in human trafficking, further providing for definitions, providing for the offense of promoting prostitution, for the offense of living off of prostituted persons and for the offense of patronizing prostitution and further providing for grants; in public indecency, further providing for prostitution and related offenses; establishing the Prevention of Human Trafficking Restricted Account; in child protective services, further providing for definitions; in sentencing, further providing for sexual offenses and tier system; in DNA data and testing, further providing for definitions; in interstate compacts, further providing for supervision of persons paroled by other states; and, in powers and duties relating to the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs, further providing for consideration of criminal convictions. JUNE 8, Will the Senate agree to the bill on third consideration? COLLETT AMENDMENT A3521 AGREED TO Senator COLLETT offered the following amendment No. A3521: definitions "Prostitution." Engaging in sexual activity for money or anything of value. "Sexual activity." As defined in section 5902(f) (relating to prostitution). prostitution" prostitution;" and inserting: (Reserved); lines sexual activity for money or something of value" Will the Senate agree to the amendment? It was agreed to. Without objection, the bill, as amended, was passed over in its order. SB 49 (Pr. No. 1680) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act establishing the Cannabis Control Board; providing for powers and duties of the Cannabis Control Board; establishing the Cannabis Regulation Fund; providing for permits and for dispensing cannabis to patients and caregivers; and making repeals. Upon motion of Senator PITTMAN, and agreed to by voice vote, the bill was rereferred to the Committee on Rules and Executive Nominations. HB 96, SB 535, SB 536, HB 538, SB 743 and SB 806 -- Without objection, the bills were passed over in their order at the request of Senator PITTMAN. SB 835 (Pr. No. 928) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: 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. Considered the third time and agreed to, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Montgomery, Senator Pennycuick. Senator PENNYCUICK. Mr. President, I rise today in support of Senate Bill No. 835. Across our nation's history, generations of Americans have answered the call to serve. Some returned home to their families, some made the ultimate sacrifice, and some never came home at all. Today, 81,000 of American service members remain missing from past conflicts, including many who call Pennsylvania home. For their families, that absence is not a matter of history, it is something they continue to carry with them every day. The POW/MIA flag stands as a solemn reminder of that unfinished duty. It serves as a statement that these men and women are not forgotten, that their families are not forgotten, and that our nation's promise to account for them has not been forgotten. Senate Bill No. 835 is a simple, but meaningful, measure. It provides that when a public school displays the American flag, the POW/MIA flag should also be displayed, so long as the school can reasonably accommodate it. For many young people, seeing this flag may be the first time that they ask what the POW/MIA means. And to give everyone a little context, I want to share some of the people that I have interacted with who were MIA or POW. In the Gulf War, Major Rhonda Cornum, Black Hawk pilot and flight surgeon, POW for 22 days. Captain Michael Speicher, he was shot down in January of 1991. For 18 years, his family wondered what had happened to him. He was recovered in Iraq in 2009. In 1993, from the 160th Special Ops aviation unit, CW3 Mike Durant, in the Battle of Mogadishu, was a prisoner for 11 days, during which time his back was broken. They told him he would never walk again. Operation Iraqi Freedom PFC Jessica Lynch, who we have honored on the floor in this body, as well as Specialist Shoshana Johnson, were POWs. And, finally, one of Pennsylvania's own, CW2 William McMichael, a POW in the Philippines in World War II, put on a transport ship not marked as having POWs and, going back to Japan, were shot down by Allied forces. He managed to survive the sinking of that boat, swim to shore, and was again taken as a POW, again put on a transport to Japan in an unmarked transport. The second time his boat would be shot by Allied forces, and he would sink to the bottom of Subic Bay, where he would remain for 80 years. His remains were discovered last spring and verified that it was, in fact, him. We brought him home to Boyertown, Pennsylvania, this past October and laid him to rest at Indiantown Gap, October 7 of 2025, after 80 years of being a POW/MIA. I believe we have an obligation not only to honor those who serve, but to ensure future generations understand the cost of the freedoms that they inherit. I want to thank Senator Santarsiero for joining me in this bipartisan effort, and I respectfully ask for an affirmative vote. Thank you, Mr. President. The PRESIDENT (Lieutenant Governor Austin A. Davis) in the Chair.

The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Indiana, Senator Pittman. Senator PITTMAN. Mr. President, I request a temporary Capitol leave for Senator Robinson.

The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Cumberland, Senator Rothman. Senator ROTHMAN. Mr. President, this amendment removes some duplicative language already in statute, allowing for activeduty military members living outside of Pennsylvania to also receive this resident license price. It also allows an applicant to affirm through their signature that they were born in the Commonwealth, as opposed to having to submit a birth certificate. Thank you, Mr. President. Will the Senate agree to the amendment? It was agreed to. Without objection, the bill, as amended, was passed over in its order. Will the Senate agree to the bill on third consideration? ROTHMAN AMENDMENT A3478 AGREED TO HB 1963 and HB 2017 -- Without objection, the bills were passed over in their order at the request of Senator PITTMAN. Senator ROTHMAN offered the following amendment No. A3478: shall be in accordance with" and inserting: The issuance of a license shall be subject to page 3, lines 1 through 5; by striking out all of said lines on said pages and inserting: (1) The license may be issued to a nonresident who meets either of the following: (i) The nonresident was born in this Commonwealth. (ii) The nonresident has a living parent or former guardian who resides in this Commonwealth. (2) The license shall cost the same as a resident license under section 2709 (relating to license costs and fees). (3) An applicant must provide a current photo identification card and the applicable documentation under one of the following: (i) For an applicant who qualifies under paragraph (1)(i), either of the following: (A) A certified copy of the applicant's original birth certificate showing that the applicant was born in this SB 142, SB 357 and HB 453 -- Without objection, the bills were passed over in their order at the request of Senator PITTMAN. SB 576 (Pr. No. 1764) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P.L.6, No.2), known as the Tax Reform Code of 1971, in mutual thrift institutions tax, further providing for imposition, report and payment of tax and exemptions. Considered the second time and agreed to, Ordered, To be printed on the Calendar for third consideration. Upon motion of Senator PITTMAN, and agreed to by voice vote, the bill just considered was rereferred to the Committee on Appropriations. SB 599, HB 852, HB 853, SB 857, SB 907, SB 923 and SB 1088 -- Without objection, the bills were passed over in their order at the request of Senator PITTMAN. SB 1183 (Pr. No. 1757) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: 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. Considered the second time and agreed to, Ordered, To be printed on the Calendar for third consideration. Upon motion of Senator PITTMAN, and agreed to by voice vote, the bill just considered was rereferred to the Committee on Appropriations. SB 1260 (Pr. No. 1763) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act providing for licensure of electrical contractors, electricians, residential electricians, apprentice electricians and probationary electricians; establishing the State Board of Electrical Licensure; providing for powers and duties of the board; establishing fees, fines and penalties; and making an appropriation. Considered the second time and agreed to, Ordered, To be printed on the Calendar for third consideration. Upon motion of Senator PITTMAN, and agreed to by voice vote, the bill just considered was rereferred to the Committee on Appropriations. HB 1261, SB 1321 and SB 1324 -- Without objection, the bills were passed over in their order at the request of Senator PITTMAN. HB 1646 (Pr. No. 1996) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending the act of June 19, 1931 (P.L.589, No.202), referred to as the Barbers' License Law, further providing for State Board of Barber Examiners. Considered the second time and agreed to, Ordered, To be printed on the Calendar for third consideration. Upon motion of Senator PITTMAN, and agreed to by voice vote, the bill just considered was rereferred to the Committee on Appropriations. HB 1830 (Pr. No. 3052) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in other required equipment, further providing for flashing or revolving lights on tow trucks and for identification of certain vehicles. Considered the second time and agreed to, Ordered, To be printed on the Calendar for third consideration. Upon motion of Senator PITTMAN, and agreed to by voice vote, the bill just considered was rereferred to the Committee on Appropriations. HB 1862 -- Without objection, the bill was passed over in its order at the request of Senator PITTMAN. Senator MARTIN, from the Committee on Appropriations, reported the following bills: SB 469 (Pr. No. 423) (Rereported) An Act amending Titles 30 (Fish) and 34 (Game) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in fishing licenses, providing for law enforcement; and, in hunting and furtaking licenses, further providing for resident license and fee exemptions and for license costs and fees. SB 866 (Pr. No. 1082) (Rereported) 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 and for secure storage of xylazine; and adding provisions relating to medetomidine. SB 1105 (Pr. No. 1694) (Rereported) An Act amending Title 16 (Counties) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in hotel tax, further providing for hotel room rental tax in third through eighth class counties. SB 1150 (Pr. No. 1399) (Rereported) An Act amending Title 65 (Public Officers) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in open meetings, further providing for notification of agency business required and exceptions. SB 1261 (Pr. No. 1625) (Rereported) An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth services, further providing for assistance to fire companies and EMS companies; and, in grants to fire companies and emergency medical services companies, further providing for definitions, for publication and notice, for award of grants, for consolidation incentive, for publication and notice and for award of grants, repealing provisions relating to COVID-19 Crisis Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program, to Emergency Medical Services COVID-19 Recovery Grant Program, to expiration of authority relating to COVID-19 Crisis Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program and to expiration of authority relating to Emergency Medical Services COVID-19 Recovery Grant Program and further providing for annual reports. SB 1269 (Pr. No. 1582) (Rereported) An Act providing for the installation of electrified security systems on commercial entities' property and property of exclusively nonresidential use. SB 1353 (Pr. No. 1762) (Rereported) An Act amending the act of December 22, 1983 (P.L.306, No.84), known as the Board of Vehicles Act, in preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in vehicles, further providing for unlawful acts by manufacturers or distributors, for area of responsibility and for limitations on establishing or relocating dealers. HB 1442 (Pr. No. 1877) (Rereported) An Act amending Title 16 (Counties) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in coroner, further providing for coroner's investigation and providing for sudden unexpected death in epilepsy. Senator PICOZZI, from the Committee on Urban Affairs and Housing, reported the following bills: SB 746 (Pr. No. 1793) (Amended) An Act amending the act of November 24, 1976 (P.L.1176, No.261), known as the Manufactured Home Community Rights Act, providing for residents' right to purchase manufactured home community; and further providing for remedies. SB 1299 (Pr. No. 1644) An Act providing for a tax credit for retrofitting residential high-rise structures with an automatic fire sprinkler system and associated monitoring or detection devices. SB 1374 (Pr. No. 1786) 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 title of act, for construction, for definitions, for deteriorated areas, for exemption schedule and for procedure for obtaining exemption; and providing for public registry.

The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Indiana, Senator Pittman. Senator PITTMAN. Mr. President, as a special order of business, I call up Senate Supplemental Calendar No. 1 and move that the Senate proceed to consider Senate Bill No. 45, notwithstanding the provisions of Senate Rule 12(p)(2)(ii). Will the Senate agree to the motion? JUNE 8, A voice vote having been taken, the question was determined in the affirmative. SB 45 (Pr. No. 1791) -- The Senate proceeded to consideration of the bill, entitled: An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses), 23 (Domestic Relations), 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure), 44 (Law and Justice), 61 (Prisons and Parole) and 63 (Professions and Occupations (State Licensed)) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in human trafficking, further providing for definitions, providing for the offense of promoting prostitution, for the offense of living off of prostituted persons and for the offense of patronizing prostitution and further providing for grants; in public indecency, further providing for prostitution and related offenses; establishing the Prevention of Human Trafficking Restricted Account; in child protective services, further providing for definitions; in sentencing, further providing for sexual offenses and tier system; in DNA data and testing, further providing for definitions; in interstate compacts, further providing for supervision of persons paroled by other states; and, in powers and duties relating to the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs, further providing for consideration of criminal convictions. Considered the third time and agreed to, And the amendments made thereto having been printed as required by the Constitution,

The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Allegheny, Senator Costa. Senator COSTA. Mr. President, I want to first thank the makers of Senate Bill No. 835, Senator Pennycuick and our colleague here in the Democratic Caucus, Senator Santarsiero, for the work that was done and ensuring that Senate Bill No. 835 passed this Chamber. You know, as I was listening to the comments, it allowed me the opportunity to reflect upon comments that I made JUNE 8, recently in a Memorial Day celebration, or Memorial Day event, I should say, where we honored the lives of so many individuals who paid the ultimate sacrifice. And, during my remarks, I talked about individual families who consistently held out hope that their family members would, in fact, be remembered, and potentially their remains would be returned to them and holding out hope that they would know what happened to their loved ones and that their loved ones would be able to be at rest and they also would have comfort in knowing what the outcome was. And knowing that now, going forward, that the POW/MIA flag will be posted alongside American flags allows us the opportunity to remind folks that they will always be mindful that there are always going to be folks that we need to recognize and remember and take the time to think about what has occurred there. I had the opportunity to think about three men whose stories, I think, are really relevant to the conversation we had today. One was a story about a Private First Class John Walko, a young man from Commodore, Pennsylvania, who was drafted into the United States Army in 1943. He fought in some of the harshest battles of World War II and was killed in action somewhere near northern Germany on October 20, 1944. For more than 80 years, he was listed as MIA, and only last year, after decades of unanswered questions in his family, his remains were finally identified and returned to Pittsburgh in March of this year, allowing his family a measure of peace at last. Another western PA hero, Corporal Charles L. Carroll, Jr., served in an unforgiving condition of the Korean War. He vanished during the battle fighting at Chosin Reservoir December 1950, and his death was presumed in 1953. But, for decades, his remains remained unknown until 2025. Through DNA testing and careful analysis, his remains were finally identified and, more importantly, brought home, closing a chapter that has been painfully opened for more than 70 years. And, finally, we have Tech. Sergeant Paul Eshelman, a Pittsburgh native and radio operator aboard a B-24 Liberator during World War II. His aircraft was lost during Operation TIDAL WAVE, one of the world's most dangerous missions. For 80 years he, too, was missing until September 23, when his remains were identified at last. He was laid to rest in Allegheny County with full military honors in 2025, surrounded by very grateful neighbors and friends who knew him, and family, of course, but who understand the immensity of the sacrifice. I raise these three individuals to let folks know that the presence of these POW/MIA flags will always be a reminder to so many folks, that the individuals who fought for our freedoms, to protect our freedoms in this country, that these individuals will not be forgotten. And a prominent display of this particular flag, the posting of this flag, how meaningful it is going to be to families to see that. The remaining families of those who continue to remain missing, continue to remain prisoners of wars, not likely, but knowing that their remains, at some point in time, can be returned to them and their families could be laid to rest appropriately. So, I want to thank my colleagues for this measure and hopefully we can get it to the Governor's desk in short order. Thank you, Mr. President.

The Chair recognizes the gentleman from Bucks, Senator Farry. Senator FARRY. Mr. President, I move that the Senate do now recess until Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 1 p.m., Eastern Daylight Saving Time, unless sooner recalled by the President pro tempore. The motion was agreed to by voice vote. The Senate recessed at 4:04 p.m., Eastern Daylight Saving Time.