Pennsylvania Bills | MyRepTracker

in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate Aug 10, 2026

SB 1422: An Act amending Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in food protection, further providing for definitions and for prohibited acts.

Pennsylvania Senate Bill 1422 amends state agriculture laws to prohibit the commercial sale of cell-cultured protein, which is defined as food made from animal cells or DNA grown outside the living animal. The bill adds a specific legal definition for this product and explicitly bans its manufacturing, selling, delivery, or offering for sale within the state. These restrictions apply to all producers and vendors of such products, effectively removing them from the Pennsylvania market. The law is set to take effect 60 days after it is signed.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 7, 2026

HR 594: A Resolution directing the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study of Pennsylvania's parole process that identifies shortcomings and areas for improvement and issue a report with recommendations for reform.

House Resolution 594 directs the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on Pennsylvania's parole system and submit a report with reform recommendations within 18 months. The study is required to examine several specific areas, including the consistency of parole board decisions across different demographic groups and the current rules for recommitting individuals who commit technical violations rather than new crimes. Additionally, the commission must evaluate the feasibility of creating "geriatric parole" options for inmates over age 55 and streamlined administrative parole for low-risk offenders convicted of minor offenses. The resolution also calls for an assessment of how well current reentry planning programs work to help released individuals reintegrate into society and a review of policies used by other states to balance public safety with successful reintegration.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 7, 2026

HB 2729: An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in riot, disorderly conduct and related offenses, providing for the offense of animal hoarding; and, in sentencing, providing for sentencing for animal hoarding.

Pennsylvania House Bill 2729 creates a new misdemeanor of the third degree for animal hoarding, defined as keeping animals in conditions that are unsanitary, unhealthful, malodorous, or dangerous to people, animals, or property. The bill specifies that each animal kept in violation constitutes a separate offense, but it excludes animals classified as agricultural commodities from this definition. For sentencing, the law requires a mental health evaluation of the defendant before any sentence is scheduled. If the court finds that the defendant suffered from a psychological or psychiatric disability at the time of the offense, it must order treatment and stay legal action pending a report on that treatment. Upon successful completion of treatment, the court must order the forfeiture of the animals, prohibit future ownership, reverse the conviction, and expunge the arrest record.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 7, 2026

HB 2730: An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in domestic and sexual violence victim address confidentiality, further providing for definitions and for Address Confidentiality Program, providing for private entity use of designated address and further providing for disclosure of actual address and for waiver process.

Pennsylvania House Bill 2730 amends state law to strengthen address confidentiality for victims of domestic and sexual violence who participate in the state's Address Confidentiality Program. The bill requires private entities, such as banks and real estate companies, to accept a designated substitute address instead of the participant's actual home or work location, with specific exceptions for certain registered offenders. It also allows program participants to request that their real property records be shielded from public inspection when they buy land or a house, ensuring their true address remains hidden in county deed records. Finally, the legislation establishes a detailed process for government agencies and private entities to request access to a participant's actual address, requiring them to prove a specific need and implement safeguards to protect that information once disclosed.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 5, 2026

HB 2728: An Act amending Title 15 (Corporations and Unincorporated Associations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in corporate powers, duties and safeguards, repealing provisions relating to general powers and providing for revocation and regrant of general powers; in limited liability companies, repealing provisions relating to powers and providing for revocation and regrant of powers; and making editorial changes.

Pennsylvania House Bill 2728 amends state corporate law to prohibit business corporations, nonprofit corporations, and limited liability companies from directly or indirectly engaging in election activity or ballot question activity. The bill revokes existing general powers granted to these entities and re-grants them with specific exclusions for political spending, defining such activities as paying or contributing money to support or oppose candidates, political parties, or ballot measures. Any language in a corporate charter that purports to authorize this political activity is declared void, and any such activity conducted by an entity is considered ultra vires and legally invalid. Entities that violate these provisions face the automatic forfeiture of their charter privileges, including limited liability and perpetual duration, until they fully disgorge funds and certify future compliance. The Attorney General is authorized to pursue civil actions for injunctive relief and enforcement against non-compliant entities.

Joe Webster (D) · 24 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 4, 2026

HB 2725: An Act amending the act of September 30, 1983 (P.L.160, No.39), known as the Public Official Compensation Law, further providing for members of the General Assembly.

Pennsylvania House Bill 2725 amends the Public Official Compensation Law to allow members of the General Assembly and legislative officers or leaders to voluntarily opt out of automatic annual cost-of-living adjustments. If a legislator chooses this option, their salary remains fixed at the level established when they were last elected for the duration of that term. The decision must be made within specific deadlines, such as during November of the election year for general members or within 30 days of appointment for officers, and cannot be reversed once finalized. The bill requires the Chief Clerks of both legislative chambers to create a standardized form for this process, ensuring that any legislator who does not submit the form will continue to receive standard inflation-based pay increases.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 4, 2026

HB 2724: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in certificate of title and security interests, further providing for vehicles not requiring certificate of title and providing for optional vehicle title; and, in registration of vehicles, further providing for registration and certificate of title required.

Pennsylvania House Bill 2724 modifies state vehicle laws to exempt motorized pedalcycles from the mandatory requirement of a certificate of title. The bill allows owners to voluntarily request a title for these vehicles if they choose, but it is not required for legal ownership. To register a motorized pedalcycle without a title, the Department of Transportation may require a bill of sale that includes the vehicle identification number instead. These changes take effect 60 days after the act is signed into law.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 4, 2026

HB 2726: An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to civil actions and proceedings, providing for indemnification.

Pennsylvania House Bill 2726 adds a new section to the state's civil procedure laws that prohibits specific types of indemnification clauses in contracts. The bill declares any contract term void and unenforceable if it requires one party to cover claims, damages, or expenses resulting from their own negligence, strict liability, or intentional wrongdoing. This change directly affects individuals and businesses by limiting their ability to shift financial responsibility for their own misconduct to other parties through contractual agreements. The provision applies only to contracts entered into on or after the bill's effective date, which is set at 60 days after enactment.

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 4, 2026

HB 2727: An Act amending Title 53 (Municipalities Generally) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assessments of persons and property, providing for senior property tax freeze.

Pennsylvania House Bill 2727 authorizes local governments to offer a voluntary property tax freeze for seniors who are at least 65 years old, have lived in the state for five or more years, and meet specific income limits. Eligible homeowners can keep their real estate taxes fixed at the amount paid during a designated base year, provided they continue to meet financial criteria that are adjusted annually for inflation. The tax freeze applies only to a primary residence and transfers if the owner moves within the same local jurisdiction, but it ends when the property is sold or transferred. The state Department of Community and Economic Development will oversee the program by creating a standardized application form and publishing annual reports on its performance and cost savings.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Housing

Kristin Marcell (R) · 17 co-sponsors

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jul 31, 2026

HB 2723: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in commercial drivers, further providing for definitions, for commercial driver's license qualification standards, for nonresident CDL and for disqualification, providing for English language proficiency and further providing for reciprocity.

Pennsylvania House Bill 2723 amends state vehicle laws to require commercial drivers to demonstrate English language proficiency, defined as the ability to converse with the public, understand traffic signs, and complete official records. The bill mandates that all CDL knowledge tests be administered exclusively in English, prohibiting the use of interpreters or translation devices during both knowledge and skills testing, except for specific accommodations for hearing-impaired drivers. It also restricts the issuance of nonresident commercial licenses to foreign citizens who can verify lawful immigration status through federal systems and meet the new language standards. Violations of these requirements result in fines and temporary disqualification from driving commercial vehicles, with stricter penalties applied for repeat offenses.

Topics ✗ Immigration

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jul 31, 2026

HB 2722: An Act amending Title 40 (Insurance) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in electronic notice of insurance practices, providing for dental insurance transparency.

This bill requires dental insurance companies in Pennsylvania to create secure online portals that give dental providers and their staff daily access to detailed patient benefit information, including claims history and denial reasons. The legislation mandates that any verbal or written statements made by insurers regarding benefits or costs must be binding on future claims, with specific exceptions for fraud or eligibility changes. To enforce these rules, the bill allows providers to sue for the original billed amount if insurers fail to pay within 30 days and imposes administrative fines of up to $10,000 for non-compliance. The changes are designed to increase transparency and reduce billing disputes, and they will take effect one year after the bill is enacted.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jul 31, 2026

HB 2721: An Act amending Title 8 (Boroughs and Incorporated Towns) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in vacancies in office, further providing for temporary auditor; and, in taxation and finance, further providing for adoption of budget.

This bill updates Pennsylvania laws regarding borough and town governance to address financial management when auditor positions are empty. It allows a borough council to temporarily appoint one or two individuals to fill vacancies in the auditor's office, granting them the same powers as elected auditors until the next election. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that the council must adopt the town budget by December 31 and ensures total spending cannot exceed available estimated revenues. The council retains full discretion to set the qualifications for these temporary appointments.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes