HB 2821

An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in general provisions, further providing for definitions; and, in subdivision and land development, providing for local option for high impact data centers.

In committee Last action October 2, 2026: Referred to Local Government

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 13

Prime sponsor: Joe Ciresi
Cosponsors (12): Ben Waxman, Bud Cook, Chris Pielli, Jamie Flick, Jeanne Mcneill, Kyle Donahue, Lisa Borowski, Liz Hanbidge, Manuel Guzman, Mark Gillen, Milou Mackenzie, Patrick Harkins

Status

In committee as of October 2, 2026. 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
October 2, 2026	House	Referred to Local Government

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

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