An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in powers of department and local authorities, further providing for specific powers of department and local authorities.
This bill amends Pennsylvania vehicle laws to allow state and local officials to issue permits for parades and special events on public highways without requiring sponsors to provide financial protection for elected officials. Under the new provision, a permit cannot be denied solely because a sponsor refuses to indemnify participating politicians, provided all other event requirements are met. The change directly affects event organizers and local government bodies by removing a specific administrative hurdle in the permitting process. The legislation will become effective 60 days after it is signed into law.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 16, 2026
Last action Apr 16, 2026
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Apr 16, 2026
Committee
Referred to Local Government
lower
1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
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