HB 1281

An Act providing for duties of certifying officials and certifying agencies relating to the processing of certification form petitions.

In committee Last action April 22, 2025: Referred to Judiciary

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 17

Prime sponsor: Joseph Hohenstein
Cosponsors (16): Ben Waxman, Benjamin Sanchez, Carol Hill-Evans, Chris Pielli, Christopher Rabb, Dan Williams, Danielle Friel Otten, Emily Kinkead, Heather Boyd, Jennifer O'Mara, Jose Giral, Marylouise Isaacson, Melissa Cerrato, Nancy Guenst, Nikki Rivera, Paul Friel

Status

In committee as of April 22, 2025. Session ends November 30, 2026; the 2027–2028 session begins in January 2027.

Roll-call votes 0

No roll-call votes recorded for this measure.

Timeline 1

Date	Chamber	Action
April 22, 2025	House	Referred to Judiciary

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Pennsylvania General Assembly: https://www.palegis.us/legislation/bills — copied November 2, 2026

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