HB 1817

An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in obstructing governmental operations, providing for the offense of interfering or impeding a first responder's duties.

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

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 9

Prime sponsor: Joe Hamm
Cosponsors (8): Brian Smith, Dane Watro, Kathy Rapp, Keith Harris, Mark Gillen, Michael Stender, Roman Kozak, Seth Grove

Status

In committee as of August 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
August 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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