HB 1053 Pennsylvania House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, providing for limitations on certain additional expenses of the General Assembly.

HB 1053 prohibits per diem payments to Pennsylvania state legislators for days served, requiring reimbursement only for documented actual expenses instead. It directly affects all members of the Pennsylvania General Assembly by changing how they receive compensation for travel or lodging. The bill does not impact legislators' base salaries, benefits, or other existing forms of compensation. This change applies specifically to daily service expenses and takes effect 60 days after enactment.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 25, 2025 Last action Mar 25, 2025