An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, providing for application of international law.
SB 964 clarifies Pennsylvania courts and agencies cannot apply international law if it violates constitutional rights under the U.S. or Pennsylvania constitutions. It prohibits courts from enforcing international law that infringes on guaranteed rights like due process or free speech, while excluding treaties and federal laws from this restriction. The bill creates whistleblower protections for those reporting violations and requires annual reports to the legislature on complaints. These changes aim to ensure state judicial decisions align with constitutional protections without altering existing enforcement of foreign judgments or treaties.
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Introduction
Aug 2025
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Governor
Introduced Aug 13, 2025
Last action Aug 13, 2025
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Aug 13, 2025
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Referred to Judiciary
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1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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