Remembering a former House member

Summary#

HR-670 is a Pennsylvania House resolution titled “Remembering former House Member Kenneth M. Jadlowiec, of Englewood, Florida, who died August 13, 2024, at 73 years of age.” It does not create or amend a statute; it formally remembers Jadlowiec and expresses condolences to his family. The stated goal is to recognize his service and achievements.

  • The House resolution records recognition of Jadlowiec’s service as a state representative and other public contributions.
  • It expresses condolences to his family.
  • It directs that a copy be sent to his wife, Denise Jadlowiec.
  • The supplied material lists the resolution as enacted.

What it means for you#

  • For the public: The resolution does not change anyone’s rights, duties, taxes, benefits, or public services.
  • For Jadlowiec’s family: The House expresses condolences, and a copy is to be sent to his wife.
  • For the House: The resolution formally recognizes Jadlowiec’s service. It does not establish a new office or program.

Money#

No cost information is in the available material.

  • The resolution does not authorize a specific amount of spending or create a fee or fine.
  • The material does not say whether preparing or sending the copy has a cost.

What is unclear#

  • The resolution does not state whether any costs were incurred.
  • It does not set out a separate process or timeline for sending the copy.

Case for#

  • The resolution gives the House a formal way to recognize Jadlowiec’s public service and offer condolences to his family.
  • It records details of his work and connections to the communities he represented.

Case against#

  • A possible limitation is that the resolution is commemorative: it does not create a service or take action on policy issues associated with Jadlowiec’s work.