HB 1837

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 September 9, 2025: Referred to Judiciary

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 9

Prime sponsor: Ryan Warner
Cosponsors (8): Bud Cook, Charity Krupa, Marla Brown, Martin Causer, Mike Armanini, Rob Kauffman, Sheryl Delozier, Stephenie Scialabba

Status

In committee as of September 9, 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
September 9, 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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