Transportation (Vehicle Registration)

in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 24, 2026

HB 2664: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to vehicles, further providing for definitions; and, in general provisions relating to operation of vehicles, further providing for drivers of emergency vehicles.

This bill updates the legal definition of an emergency vehicle in Pennsylvania to include a wide range of specific types, such as hazmat response vehicles, blood delivery trucks, and vehicles used by certain law enforcement and correctional officials. The legislation also clarifies that drivers of correctional vehicles responding to emergencies or escorting ambulances with sick or injured prisoners must obey speed limits and stop signs, though they may proceed through red lights or stop signs after confirming they will be given the right-of-way. These changes directly affect various government agencies, private organizations, and specific law enforcement roles that operate these designated vehicles. The bill becomes effective 60 days after it is signed into law.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill clarifies emergency vehicle rules to enhance safety and operational clarity, strengthening transportation regulations.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 12, 2026

HB 2628: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to operation of vehicles, providing for mobile work zone safety enforcement systems in lane-restricted work zones; and imposing penalties.

This bill, known as Josh's Law, establishes a program to use mobile cameras and sensors to automatically enforce traffic rules in construction zones where lanes are closed. It authorizes state agencies, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, and municipalities to deploy these systems on highways to detect when vehicles run red lights at work zone signals. To operate, municipalities must pass local ordinances, submit policy guidelines, and obtain state approval, while the state and turnpike commission can act immediately in their own jurisdictions. The law also mandates clear warning signs for drivers and defines specific conditions under which a vehicle is considered to have violated the traffic signal.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by deploying mobile cameras to enforce traffic rules in work zones.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Jun 22, 2026

HB 2479: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions, further providing for definitions.

This bill updates the legal definition of an emergency vehicle in Pennsylvania's vehicle code to include a wider range of specific vehicles and personnel. It clarifies that the term covers various types of response vehicles, such as those used for hazardous materials, blood delivery, and prisoner transport, as well as privately owned cars driven by top-ranking officials like police chiefs and fire captains during emergencies. The changes aim to ensure these specific vehicles have the same legal protections and rights as standard emergency vehicles when responding to urgent situations. The new definitions will officially take effect 60 days after the bill is signed into law.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill expands the legal definition of emergency vehicles to include more response types and officials, enhancing transportation safety and clarity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration Tags Public Safety

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jul 9, 2026

HB 2512: An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in transportation network service, further providing for rates and forms of compensation.

This bill prohibits transportation network companies, such as ride-sharing services, from using specific data from a passenger's phone to calculate fares. It bans charging higher prices based on the device's hardware state, like battery life or age, and forbids using geolocation data to set prices unless the variation reflects legitimate differences in travel costs, taxes, or real-time demand. The law also prevents companies from raising fares simply because a user has certain software installed or because their device is in a specific mode. These rules aim to ensure that ride prices are determined by the trip itself rather than the characteristics of the passenger's equipment.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects consumer data privacy by restricting how ride-sharing companies can use device data and geolocation to set fares.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill protects consumer rights by preventing discriminatory pricing based on device data, enhancing fairness in transportation network services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Vehicle Registration

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passed · Pennsylvania · Senate Jun 26, 2026

SB 1273: An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in turnpike, further providing for electronic toll collection.

This bill amends Pennsylvania's turnpike laws to clarify that electronic toll collection data can be shared with law enforcement to help locate abducted children or missing persons at risk. Specifically, it ensures that privacy protections for toll records do not prevent authorities from accessing this information when responding to Amber Alerts or other missing person cases. The legislation directly affects the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission and law enforcement agencies by defining the scope of data sharing for public safety purposes. It does not create new tolling systems or change how drivers pay, but rather establishes a legal exception to privacy rules for emergency situations. The changes will take effect 60 days after the bill is enacted.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enables law enforcement to access toll data for locating missing children, directly aiding criminal justice efforts in child abduction cases.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables law enforcement access to toll data for locating missing children, strengthening public safety through technology integration.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by enabling law enforcement access to toll data for locating missing persons.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House May 8, 2026

HB 2495: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in miscellaneous provisions relating to operation of vehicles, further providing for the offense of homicide by vehicle while driving under influence.

This bill creates a new criminal offense in Pennsylvania for unintentionally causing death while driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It directly affects drivers who kill someone while impaired, raising the penalty from a second-degree felony to a mandatory first-degree felony. The law also sets specific minimum prison terms, such as five years for a first offense and longer sentences for repeat offenders or those with prior DUI convictions.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases mandatory prison sentences and expands criminal liability for DUI fatalities, restricting judicial discretion and enhancing punishment severity.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by increasing penalties for DUI-related fatalities, thereby protecting public welfare on roads.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Violent Crime Traffic Safety Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Pennsylvania · Senate May 26, 2026

SB 1351: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in enforcement, providing for racing and noise violations.

This bill authorizes police officers in Philadelphia to tow and impound vehicles involved in street racing, reckless driving, or excessive noise violations between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. It establishes a clear process for vehicle recovery, requiring owners to pay towing fees, storage costs, and a civil penalty of up to $1,000 for subsequent offenses. Owners also have the right to request an administrative hearing within 10 days to contest the impoundment, and any collected fines must be used to fund local traffic safety programs.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens law enforcement capabilities to address street racing and noise violations, enhancing public safety and criminal justice enforcement.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances road safety by authorizing impoundment of vehicles involved in racing and reckless driving, protecting public transportation infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Policing Traffic Safety Vehicle Registration

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passed · Pennsylvania · House Jun 25, 2026

HB 2437: An Act amending Title 58 (Oil and Gas) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in unconventional gas well fee, further providing for Statewide initiatives.

This bill modifies how Pennsylvania distributes fees collected from unconventional gas wells, specifically directing 25% of those funds to a state account for bridge improvements. The legislation allows counties and municipalities to use these monies to repair or upgrade bridges regardless of whether they qualify for federal funding assistance. Additionally, it permits larger counties to allocate these funds toward improving bridges owned by public transportation authorities. The changes take effect 60 days after the bill becomes law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs unconventional gas well fees to fund bridge improvements, increasing state funding for essential public infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs 25% of gas fees to a state account specifically for bridge improvements and public transit authority upgrades.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Transportation Funding Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Apr 7, 2026

HB 2362: An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to operation of vehicles, further providing for obedience to authorized persons directing traffic and providing for drivers in organized motorcycle processions; and, in rules of the road in general, further providing for following too closely.

This bill updates Pennsylvania vehicle laws to clarify rules for organized motorcycle processions and funerals. It allows drivers in these groups to ignore red lights and stop signs if the lead vehicle proceeds legally, provided they use emergency flashers and headlamps. The legislation also defines specific requirements for organized motorcycle processions, such as having at least 10 participants, being sponsored by a nonprofit, and wearing reflective vests. Additionally, it ensures that vehicles in caravans or motorcades outside urban areas must maintain safe distances to allow other cars to merge safely.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by clarifying rules for organized motorcycle processions and funerals, allowing legal traffic signal exceptions under specific safety conditions.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House May 28, 2026

HB 2546: An Act amending Title 74 (Transportation) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in authority of Department of Transportation, further providing for authority of department by prohibiting certain activity relating to automatic dependent surveillance broadcasts.

This bill prohibits airports and aviation businesses in Pennsylvania from using Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) data to charge fees to aircraft owners or operators. ADS-B is a technology that automatically shares an aircraft's location, speed, and other flight details with ground stations and other planes. The law makes it illegal for these entities to collect money based on this surveillance information and gives the state Attorney General the power to enforce the rule. The ban applies to any fees calculated or generated from this data within the state's borders.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects data privacy by prohibiting fees based on ADS-B surveillance data, preventing commercial exploitation of aircraft tracking information.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill protects aviation operators from unfair fees based on surveillance data, enhancing fairness and reducing costs within the transportation sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports Vehicle Registration

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