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HB 1717, PN 2918:
This legislation would make several changes to the state Uniform
Firearms Act and strengthen protections for victims of domestic
violence. Under this bill, courts could order individuals with a
temporary protection-from-abuse order filed against them to surrender
their firearms. The bill also would provide for an additional $5 fee to
be assessed temporarily on firearms licenses to fund the modernization
of the state’s licensing system. A vote of 48-2 was recorded.
SB 932, PN 1270:
This bill would convey land to the borough of Doylestown. Sen. Conti
offered amendment A3333, which stipulates that the land may not be used
for a gaming facility. The Senate agreed to the amendment, and a vote
of 50-0 was recorded for the bill.
HB 1179, PN 2953:
This legislation would establish the Military Family Relief Assistance
Program. Sen. Robbins offered amendment A3338, which was technical in
nature. The Senate agreed to the amendment, and a vote of 50-0 was
recorded for the bill.
SB 193, PN 1271:
This bill would provide for poll workers who serve a half-day. Sen.
Rafferty offered amendment A3212, which removes the requirement that
second-shift poll workers take their oath at least 30 minutes before
beginning work. The Senate agreed to the amendment, and the bill was
moved up.
SR 170, PN 1181:
This resolution designates the month of November 2005 as “Pancreatic
Cancer Awareness Month” in Pennsylvania. A vote of 50-0 was recorded.
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