SB 1197

An Act amending Title 20 (Decedents, Estates and Fiduciaries) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in health care, repealing provisions relating to pregnancy and further providing for execution, for requirements and options and for example; and making an editorial change.

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

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 5

Prime sponsor: Amanda Cappelletti
Cosponsors (4): Jay Costa, Judith Schwank, Maria Collett, Sharif Street

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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