HB 1617

An Act amending the act of July 14, 1961 (P.L.637, No.329), known as the Wage Payment and Collection Law, further providing for definitions; and providing for specific liability.

In committee Last action June 16, 2025: Referred to Labor & Industry

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 12

Prime sponsor: Kyle Donahue
Cosponsors (11): Benjamin Sanchez, Chris Pielli, Ed Neilson, G. Roni Green, Gina Curry, Jeanne Mcneill, Jim Haddock, Jose Giral, Pat Gallagher, Robert Merski, Tarah Probst

Status

In committee as of June 16, 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
June 16, 2025	House	Referred to Labor & Industry

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

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