Legislation
119 bills matching Public Health, died without a vote
Council Orders Office to Report on Troublesome Camping Spots Across Philly Neighborhoods Immediately
Council requires Office of the Managing Director to report on city code-violating camping activities and enforcement efforts to City Council. Reports must detail these issues immediately, under new law taking effect in the city's codes.
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Council proposed adding new chapter to Philly Code requiring quarterly opioid antidote reports
City Council requires quarterly reports on opioid antidote use, including data on frequency and location of administration, from the Office of the Managing Director. The new requirement aims to shed light on the City's use of overdose-reversing medication.
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Low-Income Seniors Get Extra Time to Apply for Property Tax Relief in Philly
Low-income seniors in Philly have extra time to apply for property tax relief, getting a temporary reprieve from Real Estate Tax deadlines under certain terms and conditions. This is thanks to the efforts of 11 city council members who sponsored the bill.
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City Council OKs Plan to Bring Back Backyard Chickens With New Rules for Roosters
Roosters will now be allowed in backyard chicken coops under new rules approved by City Council, with six hens per coop the maximum number permitted.
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City Council Boosts Budget for Community Life Improvement Program to Serve More Neighborhoods and Enhance Quality of Life
City Council boosts budget for Community Life Improvement Program, aiming to serve more neighborhoods and enhance quality of life. The increased funding will improve health, safety, and cleanliness in every neighborhood across Philadelphia.
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Council proposes bill to identify environmental justice communities in permit reviews
Philadelphia officials will be required to consider health risks when reviewing permits in "environmental justice communities" under proposed reforms aimed at protecting vulnerable neighborhoods. The changes would also boost transparency around city environmental efforts.
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City Council Moves to Delay Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax's Go-Ahead to Fall Kick-Off Weekend
Councilmember Oh's bill would delay implementation of the Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax until fall, altering its original start date. The revised effective date will still be determined under specific terms and conditions.
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Council sought to extend public right-of-way closures during COVID-19 emergency until June 2022
Philadelphia's temporary right-of-way closure powers will now stay in place until June 30, 2022, as part of ongoing COVID-19 emergency measures. The extension affects public right-of-way closures facilitated by the Streets Department.
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Business Owners Face Tougher Fines and Expanded Liability Under New Responsible Business Operations Rules
Business owners in Philadelphia face increased fines and expanded liability under new rules governing responsible business operations, including revised definitions of nuisance behavior and expanded mitigation measures. The updated regulations will require businesses to take more steps to prevent disruptions.
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Council proposes COVID-19 emergency leave provision to expire with federal pandemic proclamation
Philadelphia's COVID leave policy will automatically expire when a federal emergency order related to the pandemic ends, no longer requiring employers to provide paid time off for affected employees.
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Council Proposes Revised Tobacco Retailer Permit Transfer Rules
Philadelphia tobacco retailers can now transfer their permits to new locations if they meet specific requirements, such as maintaining a permit for at least five years and closing the original location within 90 days.
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City Council Votes to Give Renters Relief from Traditional Security Deposit Payments Requirements
Philadelphia renters may soon have more flexible options to pay security deposits, as City Council votes to amend the city's Landlord and Tenant Code. The change aims to ease financial burdens on tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Philadelphia Businesses Affected by COVID Restrictions Get Expanded Tax Relief Under New City Council Plan
Philadelphia businesses affected by COVID restrictions will be eligible for expanded tax relief under a new city plan, with credits potentially available to those operating between March 15, 2020 and when all restrictions were lifted.
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Council Proposes Extension of Paid Leave During Public Health Emergencies Until December 31, 2021
Philadelphia workers affected by public health emergencies like COVID-19 will now be able to take paid leave through next year under extended provision. The city's provision is set to expire December 31, 2021, instead of its original deadline on December 31, 2020.
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City Council Moves to Clamp Down on Emergency Powers as Lengthy Lockdowns Spark Growing Concern
Council moves to limit length of emergency measures, requiring approval in some cases amid growing concerns over prolonged lockdowns. Public health needs are set to be balanced with increased government oversight.
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Council Gives Green Light for $500K Transfer to Anti-Poverty Initiative Starting Next Week
City Council approves transfer of $500,000 from General Fund to support "Same Day Work and Pay" anti-poverty initiative starting next week. The move is a follow-up to an announcement made by Council on October 1, 2020.
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Council Introduced Bill to Stabilize Rent for Tenants Amid Pandemic
Philadelphia City Council members have proposed changes to landlord-tenant laws, including temporary rent stabilization, in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Four councilmembers sponsored the bill to provide relief for tenants.
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City Council Moves to Clamp Down on Supervised Injection Sites Across Philadelphia Neighborhoods
City Council bill aims to reclassify supervised injection sites as nuisance health establishments, requiring them to prove community support through a hearing before City Council. The proposal's sponsor is Councilmember Oh.
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City Council Advances Bill Granting Civil Service Preference to Military Family Descendants
City Council advances bill granting preference in civil service exams to descendants of US military members killed in action. The proposed change would benefit children and grandchildren of fallen servicemen.
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Military Heroes' Families Get Preference in Civil Service Exams Under Proposed City Ordinance Reforms
Children and grandchildren of US military members who died in the line of duty would get preference in civil service exams under proposed city reforms, aiming to honor fallen heroes' families.
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