SB 1189

An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in abuse of office, providing for indiscriminate arrest.

In committee Last action February 27, 2026: Referred to Judiciary

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 15

Prime sponsor: Art Haywood
Cosponsors (14): Amanda Cappelletti, Carolyn Comitta, Christine Tartaglione, Jay Costa, John Kane, Katie Muth, Lindsey Williams, Maria Collett, Nikil Saval, Patty Kim, Sharif Street, Timothy Kearney, Vincent Hughes, Wayne Fontana

Status

In committee as of February 27, 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
February 27, 2026	Senate	Referred to Judiciary

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

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