The ayes are 16. The nays are 0. A majority of all members having voted in the affirmative the bill passes. Will the Clerk please read the title of Bill No. 241057.
An ordinance amending Chapter 9-600 of 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Service and Other Businesses," to add a new Section 9-640, entitled "Mandatory Posting of Warning of Unlawful Transfer of Firearm," to require licensed firearms dealers to post signs warning that purchasing firearms for another is criminally punishable; all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. Chief Clerk, please call the roll.
Councilmember Phillips was aye. Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.
Aye. The ayes are 16. The nays are 0. Majority of all members having voted in the affirmative the bill passes. Good job, Councilmember Jones. Will the Clerk please read the title of Bill No. 250044-A.
An ordinance amending Chapter 9-800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Landlord and Tenant," to establish requirements related to security deposits for residential rentals and establishing remedies for violations, all under certain terms 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING and conditions.
This bill having been read on two different days -Council will be at ease. (Council at ease.)
Chief Clerk, please call the roll -- I mean, wait. This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. Chief Clerk, please call the roll.
Councilmember Phillips was nay. Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.
Aye. Ayes are 13. The nays are 3. Majority of all members having voted in the affirmative the bill passes. Good job, Councilmember Landau. Will the Clerk please read the title of Bill No. 250331 -- y'all want to clap, go ahead and clap for her. (Applause.)
Will the Clerk please read the title of Bill No. 250331.
An ordinance amending Chapter 9-800 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Landlord and Tenant," to hereby authorize the creation of an AntiDisplacement Fund, to establish 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING violations for displacement, and to authorize the Department of Planning and Development to administer the Anti-Displacement Fund; and amending Section A-505, entitled "Cease Operations Order" to add notice requirements, all under certain terms and conditions.
This is y'all opportunity. (Background interruption.)
Let me call the vote first. This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. Chief Clerk, please call the roll.
6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Councilmember Phillips was aye. Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.
Aye. The ayes are 16. The nays are 0. (Applause.)
In the spirit of our colleague Councilmember Nicolas O'Rourke, a majority of all members having voted in the affirmative the bill passes. (Applause.)
Will the Clerk please read the title of Bill No. 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING 250213-A. And good job, members. This bill will -- would the Clerk please read the title of Bill No. 250213-A.
An ordinance amending Section 9-633 of The Philadelphia Code, entitled "Sale of Electronic Smoking Devices and Unapproved Nicotine Delivery Products," to update definitions and to provide for additional penalties, enforcement, and compliance options, all under certain terms and conditions.
This bill having been read on two different days, the question now is shall the bill pass finally. Chief Clerk, please call the roll.
Councilmember Phillips was aye. 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Councilmember Gilmore Richardson.
Aye. The ayes are 16. The nays are 0. Majority of all members having voting in the affirmative the bill passes. Good job, Councilmember Dr. Nina Ahmad. (Applause.)
Thank you. I just want everyone to 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING know that this bill is a result of young people's advocacy. It started with the Youth Commission, Philadelphia Youth Commission, bringing the concern that youth vaping became an -
Dr. Nina Ahmad, speeches are reserved for the end of Council. Got to be fair to everybody else that passed a bill today.
His name is Kevan Smith who couldn't be here, it's the last day of his 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING school, and he was the one who was the primary mover with his testimony. So thank you very much.
Congratulations. Let's give the member a round of applause. Good work. (Applause.)
Will the Clerk please read any additional resolutions on today's Calendar.
A privileged resolution thanking Dd Inge for her many years of distinguished service to the city of Philadelphia and congratulating her on the occasion of her retirement. Introduced by Councilmember Gilmore Richardson on behalf of Council President.
The Chair recognizes 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Majority Leader Katherine Gilmore Richardson for a motion on the resolution.
Thank you, Council President. On your behalf and all the members of Council, I move the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution honoring the founders of Miskeen Originals for their contributions to Philadelphia's fashion scene. Introduced by Councilmember Thomas on behalf of Council President Johnson.
The Chair recognizes Majority Whip Councilmember Isaiah Thomas for a motion on the resolution.
Council President, appreciate your leadership on this particular issue. On your behalf, I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.) 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor will signify by saying aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. Will the Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution honoring Philadelphia Bar Association Executive Director Harvey Hurdle for his years of service with and retirement from the Philadelphia Bar Association. Introduced by 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Councilmember Landau.
Chair recognizes Councilman Rue Landau for a motion on the resolution.
Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution celebrating the 10th Anniversary of the United States Supreme Court's landmark marriage equality ruling, Obergefell v. Hodges, and honoring the lead plaintiff James "Jim" Obergefell and the 29 other plaintiffs who bravely stood up for their fundamental right to marry. Introduced by Councilmember Landau.
The Chair recognizes Councilmember Rue Landau for a motion on the resolution.
I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.) COUNCIL PRESIDENT 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING JOHNSON: It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor will signify by saying aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A resolution repealing Resolution No. 250586 (adopted May 29, 2025) which also named the 1500 block of Girard Avenue as “Alphonso Deal Way.” Introduced by Councilmember Young.
The Chair recognizes 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Councilmember Jeffrey Jay Young for a motion on the resolution.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for its adoption. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. Would the Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING privileged resolution calling on the United States Congress to facilitate the immediate release of FY25 Historic Preservation Fund funding. Introduced by Councilmember Squilla.
The Chair recognizes Councilmember Mark Squilla for a motion on the resolution.
Thank you, Mr. President. I move for the adoption of the resolution. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor will signify by saying aye. (Aye.) COUNCIL PRESIDENT 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING JOHNSON: Those opposed? (No response.)
The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution honoring the life and legacy of Traci Noel Powell and celebrating her boundless spirit, tireless work and profound impact on the lives of countless others. Introduced by Councilmember Bass.
Councilmember Bass, I would like to -- would you like to do a moment of silence vote on this vote?
I would. If we could do a moment of 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING silence, Mr. President.
Okay. The Chair recognizes Councilmember Cindy Bass for a motion. I'll ask everybody to stand for a moment of silence vote on this resolution. (Standing moment of silence vote.)
The resolution has been passed. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
A privileged resolution thanking Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie and his family for their generous $50 million donation to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and Penn Medicine to establish the Lurie Autism 6/12/25 - STATED - 2ND READING Institute, an organization centered on accelerating autism research. Introduced by Councilmember Ahmad on behalf of Council President Johnson.
Chair recognizes Councilmember Dr. Nina Ahmad for a motion on a resolution.
Thank you, Council President. I move for the adoption of the resolution on your behalf. (Duly seconded.)
It has been moved and properly seconded that the resolution be adopted. All those in favor signify by saying aye. (Aye.)
The ayes have it and the resolution is adopted. Will the Chief Clerk please read the title of the next resolution.
There are no further resolutions in my possession, Council President.
Thank you very much. Are there any speeches on behalf of the Minority? Chair recognizes Councilmember Kendra Brooks.