HB 1531

An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in offenses against the family, providing for the offense of child torture.

In committee Last action May 30, 2025: Referred to Judiciary

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 7

Prime sponsor: Melissa Shusterman
Cosponsors (6): Benjamin Sanchez, Carol Hill-Evans, Dan Williams, Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz, Milou Mackenzie, Tarah Probst

Status

In committee as of May 30, 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
May 30, 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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