Summary#
House Resolution 668 is a Pennsylvania House resolution, not a bill that amends an existing law. It formally notes the death of former Representative Frank J. Pistella III and directs that a copy be sent to his daughter; its stated purpose is to honor his memory and service. The supplied record lists the resolution as enacted.
- The House recognizes Pistella’s service as a state representative and his work after leaving office.
- The resolution directs that a copy be transmitted to his daughter, Lauren Pistella Ley.
- It does not create a public program, change anyone’s rights or duties, or impose a tax, fee, or penalty.
What it means for you#
- Pennsylvania residents: The resolution does not change services, rules, or legal obligations for the public.
- The House of Representatives: It formally records the House’s tribute and directs that a copy be sent to Pistella’s daughter.
- Pistella’s daughter: She is named as the intended recipient of the copy; the resolution does not give her a new legal duty or benefit.
Money#
No cost information is available in the supplied material.
- The resolution directs the transmission of a copy, but gives no cost estimate or details about how that will be done.
What is unclear#
- The text does not say when or by what method the copy must be transmitted.
- The supplied material gives no information about any cost of preparing or sending the copy.
Case for#
- A possible argument for the resolution is that it formally records the House’s recognition of Pistella’s long service and later work as a public benefits attorney.
- Sending a copy to his daughter gives the family a direct record of the House’s tribute.
Case against#
- One limitation is that the resolution is ceremonial: it does not change public policy or provide a service.
- The text does not set a deadline or describe how the copy will be transmitted.