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HB0016 LLOYD An Act amending the act of August 31, 1971 (P. L. 398, No. 96), known as the "County Pension Law," regulating administrative expenses; further providing for the definition of "county employe"; ad... HB0038 LLOYD An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further defining official liability. HB0040 LLOYD An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for compensation and expenses of witnesses. HB0047 LLOYD An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp. Sess., 1937 P. L. 2897, No. 1), known as the "Unemployment Compensation Law," further regulating qualifications to secure compensation. HB0107 STUBAN An Act authorizing agencies of the Commonwealth and political subdivisions to adopt programs permitting their employees to donate leave time to other employees for catastrophic illness or injury.... HB0165 PHILLIPS An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P. L. 637, No. 329), known as the "Wage Payment and Collection Law," prohibiting the designation by an employer of a particular bank for direct deposit o... HB0167 MAYERNIK An Act amending the act of December 8, 1959 (P. L. 1718, No. 632), entitled, as amended, "An act providing for the payment of the salary, medical and hospital expenses of employes of State penal ... HB0278 TRELLO An Act requiring certain persons to undergo testing for acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS); prohibiting the employment of certain persons; and imposing a penalty. HB0309 PICCOLA An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P. L. 177, No. 175), known as "The Administrative Code of 1929," repealing provisions requiring certain State and public school employees to pay a fee to... HB0311 HARPER An Act amending the act of December 17, 1959 (P. L. 1913, No. 694), known as the "Equal Pay Law," providing for the establishment of pay equity for employees; and making an appropriation. HB0353 ACOSTA An Act providing for a declaration of emergency during a lockout, for emergency powers of the Governor, and for the protection of workers' rights. HB0549 REINARD An Act amending the act of November 26, 1978 (P. L. 1212, No. 286), referred to as the "Inspection of Employment Records Law," changing the definition of "employee." HB0858 OLASZ An Act requiring hospital and medical insurance coverage to become effective upon the rehiring of certain individuals. HB0864 WOGAN An Act amending the act of June 19, 1961 (P. L. 453, No. 225), entitled "An act requiring employers to pay for medical examination fee where such examination is a condition for employment, and pr... HB0916 COY An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, adding provisions relating to product liability and workplace safety actions; and making edi... HB0948 TIGUE An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the protection of employment of persons who campaign for or become candidates for political... HB1012 KOSINSKI An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing certain employees additional causes of action against employers for toxic ... HB1013 KOSINSKI An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing certain employees additional causes of action against employers for the re... HB1019 ITKIN An Act amending the act of June 1, 1937 (P. L. 1168, No. 294), known as the "Pennsylvania Labor Relations Act," further providing for unfair labor practices; and imposing an obligation upon perso... HB1020 ITKIN An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp. Sess., 1937 P. L. 2897, No. 1), known as the "Unemployment Compensation Law," making an appropriation of certain interest fund moneys. HB1181 LANGTRY An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P. L. 30, No. 14), known as the "Public School Code of 1949," requiring certain employees to give public notice of their intention to strike. HB1236 ARGALL An Act amending the act of September 26, 1961 (P. L. 1661, No. 692), known as the "State Employes Group Life Insurance Law," further providing that benefits shall continue and not be reduced upon... HB1287 PITTS An Act providing for substance-abuse testing; providing for a cause of action; providing penalties; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of Health. HB1293 MICHLOVIC An Act amending the act of July 2, 1984 (P. L. 568, No. 113), known as the "Employee-Ownership Assistance Program Act," defining employee-owned enterprises; regulating technical assistance, finan... HB1300 COHEN An Act providing for public employee occupational health and safety, for standards and procedures in relation to same; providing further duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; establishi... HB1354 EVANS An Act amending Title 24 (Education) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for termination of annuities. HB1373 PRESTON An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P. L. 6, No. 2), known as the "Tax Reform Code of 1971," further providing for employment incentive payments; imposing new bank tax credits; providing fo... HB1440 HECKLER An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for admissibility of certain evidence relating to certain benefits. HB1551 WESTON An Act providing for maternity leave; establishing protection of employment status and benefits; and providing remedies for failure of an employer to comply. HB1552 WESTON An Act providing for parental leave for employees in cases of birth or adoption; establishing protection of employment status and benefits; and providing for civil action for employers failing to... HB1628 PITTS An Act establishing a system for the provision of health care services for unemployed workers; and making an appropriation. HB1661 BLAUM An Act entitling employees to family leave in certain cases involving a birth, an adoption or a serious health condition and to temporary medical leave in certain cases involving a serious health... HB1756 TANGRETTI An Act amending the act of May 18, 1937 (P. L. 674, No. 177), known as the "Pennsylvania Labor Mediation Act," providing for confidentiality of information disclosed to mediator. HB1806 VEON An Act amending the act of November 26, 1978 (P. L. 1212, No. 286), referred to as the "Inspection of Employment Records Law," further defining "employee"; further providing for inspection of per... HB1812 COHEN An Act providing for the payment of certain money to cleaning service employees by employers upon terminating their employment. HB1852 FLICK An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P. L. 30, No. 14), known as the "Public School Code of 1949," further regulating strikes by employees. HB1904 PICCOLA An Act relating to the protection of the occupational health and safety of public employees; creating the Public Employee Occupational Safety and Health Review Board and providing for its powers ... HB1927 SAURMAN An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the sentencing of certain public employees. HB1933 HECKLER An Act amending the act of July 23, 1970 (P. L. 563, No. 195), known as the "Public Employe Relations Act," further providing for definitions, employee rights, representation, scope of bargaining... HB2276 MORRIS An Act prohibiting local government units and authorities from imposing certain residency requirements for employees. HB2383 VEON An Act making an appropriation to the Department of Public Welfare for an employee wage and benefit pass-through plan. HB2485 EVANS An Act providing for the collection by employers, regardless of domicile, of taxes imposed by cities of the first class on any salary, wage, commission or other compensation due to employees; imp... HB2658 MAYERNIK An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P. L. 177, No. 175), known as "The Administrative Code of 1929," requiring that certain information be given when employees are required to schedule leav... HB2808 KAISER An Act amending the act of February 1, 1974 (P. L. 34, No. 15), known as the "Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement Law," allowing municipal employees who were formerly State employees to buy years o... HB2810 FREEMAN An Act requiring that certain employers call back laid-off employees before imposing mandatory overtime on fully employed workers. HB2915 VEON An Act requiring employers to maintain certain benefits for striking employees who are replaced; and providing remedies. HB2918 VEON An Act requiring certain employers who relocate or terminate operations to pay covered employees severance pay; imposing additional powers and duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; and ... HB2921 VEON An Act limiting the terms of conditions for employment of replacement workers hired during labor disputes; protecting seniority rights of employees involved in labor disputes; and providing remed... HB2922 VEON An Act amending the act of June 1, 1937 (P. L. 1168, No. 294), known as the "Pennsylvania Labor Relations Act," further providing for unfair labor practices. HB2928 FARMER An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P. L. 30, No. 14), known as the "Public School Code of 1949," further providing for background checks. SB0051 BELL An Act amending the act of July 12, 1972 (P. L. 847, No. 187), entitled "Strikebreaker Employment Act," further providing for unlawful activities. SB0052 BELL An Act amending the act of July 12, 1972 (P. L. 847, No. 187), entitled "Strikebreaker Employment Act," prohibiting employment of replacement employees for six months after commencement of a stri... SB0064 BELL An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P. L. 736, No. 338), entitled, as reenacted and amended, "The Pennsylvania Workman's Compensation Act," further providing for the result of refusal of med... SB0065 BELL An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P. L. 736, No. 338), entitled, as reenacted and amended, "The Pennsylvania Workmen's Compensation Act," providing for cost-of-living increases in the amou... SB0118 HOLL An Act amending the act of September 30, 1961 (P. L. 1778, No. 712), entitled, as amended, "Lobbying Registration and Regulation Act," further providing for registration for lobbying by State emp... SB0124 BELL An Act amending the act of August 5, 1941 (P. L. 752, No. 286), entitled "Civil Service Act," adding positions in the Department of Revenue to the classified service. SB0126 BELL An Act amending the act of May 21, 1937 (P. L. 774, No. 211), entitled "Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Act," providing that employees of the commission shall be under the Civil Service Act. SB0159 GREENLEAF An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for reports of an overdose of or a reaction to a controlled substance. SB0200 GREENLEAF An Act prohibiting psychological abuse in the workplace; imposing duties upon the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board; and providing a penalty. SB0227 GREENLEAF An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P. L. 736, No. 338), entitled, as reenacted and amended, "The Pennsylvania Workmen's Compensation Act," further providing for decisions on claims by refer... SB0278 STOUT An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for procedures relating to the discharge of certain employees holding commercial driver licenses, ... SB0320 GREENWOOD An Act amending the act of June 24, 1976 (P. L. 424, No. 101), entitled, as amended, "Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefits Act," increasing the amount of death benefits; further... SB0325 O'PAKE An Act relating to long-term care insurance; providing for limits, disclosure and performance standards; and prescribing powers and duties of the Insurance Commissioner. SB0329 REGOLI An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp. Sess., 1937 P. L. 2897, No. 1), entitled "Unemployment Compensation Law," providing for eligibility of injured workers. SB0363 ARMSTRONG An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P. L. 6, No. 2), entitled "Tax Reform Code of 1971," further defining the terms "employe" and "employer" for personal income tax purposes; and excluding ... SB0365 ARMSTRONG An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P. L. 6, No. 2), entitled "Tax Reform Code of 1971," further providing for exclusions from sales and use tax; and further defining the terms "employe" an... SB0383 O'PAKE An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P. L. 30, No. 14), entitled "Public School Code of 1949," further providing for background checks of prospective employees. SB0397 LYNCH An Act amending the act of August 5, 1941 (P. L. 752, No. 286), entitled "Civil Service Act," further providing for the political activities of individuals covered by civil service. SB0404 HELFRICK An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P. L. 177, No. 175), entitled "The Administrative Code of 1929," repealing provisions requiring certain State and public school employees to pay a fee to... SB0405 PECORA An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P. L. 30, No. 14), entitled "Public School Code of 1949," further providing for background checks of prospective employees; providing for termination of... SB0448 GREENLEAF An Act providing for drug testing for mass transit employees; providing for discharge of mass transit employees as a result of drug testing; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of ... SB0537 FUMO An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P. L. 177, No. 175), entitled "The Administrative Code of 1929," further providing for work hours and leaves. SB0658 SALVATORE An Act protecting the employment status of certain employees of first class cities who reside in certain newly created counties. SB0664 AFFLERBACH An Act establishing the Employer Child Care Assistance Office and giving it powers and duties; conferring powers and duties on the Department of Commerce, the Department of Education, the Departm... SB0666 O'PAKE An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P. L. 6, No. 2), entitled "Tax Reform Code of 1971," providing a tax credit to corporations that provide child day-care facilities or subsidies for their... SB0668 AFFLERBACH An Act establishing the Child-Care Partnership Program; providing for grants to qualified employers; imposing powers and duties on the Department of Commerce; and making an appropriation. SB0675 RHOADES An Act providing for pharmaceutical services in health insurance policies and employee benefit plans and for the rights of pharmacists and persons enrolled in health insurance plans and employee ... SB0685 BELL An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, prohibiting certain actions by supervisory Commonwealth employees. SB0710 REGOLI An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P. L. 6, No. 2), entitled "Tax Reform Code of 1971," providing a tax credit to corporations that provide child day-care facilities or subsidies for their... SB0731 CORMAN An Act amending the act of May 1, 1933 (P. L. 103, No. 69), entitled "The Second Class Township Code," further providing for expenses of nonemployee supervisors. SB0735 PECORA An Act prohibiting local government units and authorities from imposing certain residency requirements for employees. SB0862 SALVATORE An Act amending the act of April 21, 1949 (P. L. 665, No. 155), entitled "First Class City Home Rule Act," providing for work experience in lieu of academic degree in city employment requirements... SB0915 ROCKS An Act providing for local programs for mental health and mental retardation quality assurance in terms of individual providers of service; imposing duties upon county mental health and mental re... SB0951 LOEPER An Act providing for substance-abuse testing; providing for a cause of action; providing penalties; and conferring powers and duties on the Department of Health. SB0959 SALVATORE An Act relating to long-term care insurance; providing for limits, disclosure and performance standards; and prescribing powers and duties of the Insurance Commissioner. SB0979 ANDREZESKI An Act amending the act of March 4, 1971 (P. L. 6, No. 2), entitled "Tax Reform Code of 1971," providing a tax credit to corporations that provide child day-care facilities or subsidies for their... SB1011 SHAFFER An Act amending the act of July 2, 1984 (P. L. 568, No. 113), entitled "Employee-Ownership Assistance Program Act," extending provisions relating to final date for approvals; and further providin... SB1087 ANDREZESKI An Act providing minimum occupational health and safety standards for the operation of video display terminals by Commonwealth employees. SB1088 ANDREZESKI An Act providing minimum occupational health and safety standards for the operation of video display terminals at places of employment. SB1091 BELL An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, requiring that alternative operator service providers make certain disclosures to customers before providing... SB1101 REIBMAN An Act establishing a flexible hours work program for employees; imposing duties on the Executive Board; and making an appropriation. SB1137 BELL An Act providing for the establishment of prevailing wages for certain airport employees. SB1190 BELL An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P. L. 736, No. 338), entitled, as reenacted and amended, "The Pennsylvania Workmen's Compensation Act," further providing for the schedule of compensation... SB1234 REIBMAN An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P. L. 736, No. 338), entitled "The Pennsylvania Workmen's Compensation Act," making an exception to the exclusive remedy provision for the deliberate or w... SB1246 REGOLI An Act providing for public employee occupational health and safety, for standards and procedures in relation to same; providing further duties of the Department of Labor and Industry; establishi... SB1247 REGOLI An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P. L. 736, No. 338), entitled, as reenacted and amended, "The Pennsylvania Workmen's Compensation Act," further providing for the schedule of compensation... SB1313 BODACK An Act amending the act of November 26, 1978 (P. L. 1212, No. 286), entitled "Inspection of Employment Records Law," further defining "employee"; further providing for inspection of personnel fil... SB1325 ARMSTRONG An Act regulating the fiduciary affairs of local government employee retirement systems by providing for persons defined to be fiduciaries, fiduciary activities subject to regulation, general sta... SB1339 BELL An Act amending the act of September 30, 1985 (P. L. 240, No. 61), entitled "Turnpike Organization, Extension and Toll Road Conversion Act," requiring the commission to establish a charge card tr... SB1340 GREENLEAF An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for consecutive sentences in certain aggravated assault cases and in cases involving assaults b... SB1359 HELFRICK An Act amending the act of December 1, 1977 (P. L. 249, No. 83), entitled, as amended, "An act prohibiting employers from firing employees who lose time from employment in the line of duty as vol... SB1373 BAKER An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for definitions; providing for confidential registration for Federal judges; further providing for... SB1395 SHAFFER An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P. L. 736, No. 338), entitled "The Pennsylvania Workmen's Compensation Act," providing that volunteer members of hazardous materials response teams be con... SB1402 BELAN An Act amending the act of October 22, 1986 (P. L. 1452, No. 143), entitled "Adult Literacy Act," providing for grants to employers and employee organizations for literacy programs. SB1412 HOLL An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the defense of official immunity. SB1431 REGOLI An Act amending the act of December 5, 1936 (2nd Sp. Sess., 1937 P. L. 2897, No. 1), entitled "Unemployment Compensation Law," providing for the payment of interest on certain refunds. SB1458 MADIGAN An Act amending the act of January 17, 1968 (P. L. 11, No. 5), entitled "The Minimum Wage Act of 1968," providing for certain exceptions from the minimum wage provisions. SB1568 GREENLEAF An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P. L. 736, No. 338), entitled "The Pennsylvania Workmen's Compensation Act," exempting certain corporations. SB1616 SALVATORE An Act amending the act of August 24, 1963 (P. L. 1175, No. 497), entitled "Mechanics' Lien Law of 1963," adding and amending definitions; further providing for rights to a lien, for certain case... SB1685 MELLOW An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for the recovery of certain employee-related expenses. SB1778 BELL An Act amending the act of June 1, 1937 (P. L. 1168, No. 294), entitled "Pennsylvania Labor Relations Act," further providing for unfair labor practices. SB1779 BELL An Act amending the act of June 2, 1915 (P. L. 736, No. 338), entitled, as reenacted and amended, "The Pennsylvania Workmen's Compensation Act," further providing for injuries subject to compensa... SB1780 BELL An act amending the act of June 2, 1937 (P. L. 1198, No. 308), entitled "Labor Anti-Injunction Act," further providing for restraining orders and injunctions. SB1781 BELL An Act amending the act of July 12, 1972 (P. L. 847, No. 187), entitled "Strikebreaker Employment Act," further defining "strikebreaker." SB1782 BELL An Act requiring employers to maintain certain benefits for striking employees who are replaced; and providing remedies. SB1783 BELL An Act amending the act of July 31, 1941 (P. L. 616, No. 261), entitled "Employment Agency Law," further providing for prohibited acts and penalties. SB1784 BELL An Act amending the act of June 2, 1937 (P. L. 1198, No. 308), entitled "Labor Anti-Injunction Act," further providing for lawful picketing during labor strikes. SB1785 BELL An Act amending the act of July 12, 1972 (P. L. 847, No. 187), entitled "Strikebreaker Employment Act," further providing for prohibitions. SB1786 BELL An Act requiring certain employers who relocate or terminate operations to pay covered employees severance pay; imposing additional powers and duties on the Department of Labor and Industry; and ... SB1787 BELL An Act limiting the terms of conditions for employment of replacement workers hired during labor disputes; protecting seniority rights of employees involved in labor disputes; and providing remed... SB1806 CORMAN An Act amending the act of April 9, 1929 (P. L. 177, No. 175), entitled "The Administrative Code of 1929," providing for full State salary of any regular employee who is a member of the National ... SB1828 STAPLETON An Act amending the act of June 23, 1978 (P. L. 537, No. 93), entitled "Seasonal Farm Labor Act," further providing for declaration of intent; adding and amending definitions; further providing f... SR0032 BELL A Resolution recognizing April 28, 1989, as "Workers' Memorial Day." SR0083 ANDREZESKI A Resolution establishing a special task force to investigate the problem of sexual harassment in the workplace. -
HB0075 BLAUM An Act reenacting and amending the act of October 4, 1978 (P. L. 883, No. 170), referred to as the "Public Official and Employee Ethics Law," adding definitions; further providing for the members... HB0304 RYBAK An Act amending the act of October 4, 1978 (P. L. 883, No. 170), referred to as the "Public Official and Employee Ethics Law," further providing for the filing of statements of financial interest... HB0750 SCRIMENTI An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P. L. 160, No. 39), known as the "Public Official Compensation Law," further providing for the salaries and compensation of certain public officials... HB1288 McVERRY An Act Amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for aggravated assault on certain public officials and persons employed to assist or assisting ... HB1553 CALTAGIRONE An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P. L. 160, No. 39), known as the "Public Official Compensation Law," providing for certain expenses for official business of the Attorney General, A... HB1853 TRELLO An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P. L. 160, No. 39), known as the "Public Official Compensation Law," further providing for judicial salaries. HB1927 SAURMAN An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for the sentencing of certain public employees. HB2218 JAMES An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, further providing for simple assault, aggravated assault and threats upon public officials. HB2455 HAGARTY An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P. L. 160, No. 39), known as the "Public Official Compensation Law," further providing for compensation of heads of departments. HB2660 McHALE An Act amending the act of October 4, 1978 (P. L. 883, No. 170), referred to as the "Public Official and Employee Ethics Law," regulating failure to file financial interest statements. SB0003 SHAFFER An Act reenacting and amending the act of October 4, 1978 (P. L. 883, No. 170), entitled "Public Official and Employee Ethics Law," adding definitions; further providing for the membership, power... SB0226 SALVATORE An Act amending the act of October 4, 1978 (P. L. 883, No. 170), entitled "Public Official and Employee Ethics Law," further providing for disclosures relating to financial interests. SB0286 BELL An Act reenacting and amending the act of October 4, 1978 (P. L. 883, No. 170), entitled "Public Official and Employee Ethics Law," adding definitions; further providing for the membership, power... SB0414 REGOLI An Act reenacting and amending the act of October 4, 1978 (P. L. 883, No. 170), entitled "Public Official and Employee Ethics Law," adding definitions; further providing for membership, powers an... SB0473 TILGHMAN An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P. L. 160, No. 39), entitled "Public Official Compensation Law," providing compensation for the Secretary of Mental Health and Mental Retardation. SB0728 CORMAN An Act amending the act of February 1, 1966 (1965 P. L. 1656, No. 581), entitled "The Borough Code," prohibiting elected officials of boroughs from serving as employees of that borough. SB0938 HESS An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for aggravated assault on certain public officials and persons employed to assist or assisting ... SB1312 GREENLEAF An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P. L. 160, No. 39), entitled "Public Official Compensation Law," further providing for salaries of the judiciary. SB1612 SALVATORE An Act amending the act of November 22, 1978 (P. L. 1166, No. 274), entitled "Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency Law," further providing for duties of the Pennsylvania Commission on... SB1797 DAWIDA A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, limiting the prohibition on impairment of contracts.