SB 437

An Act amending the act of October 27, 1955 (P.L.744, No.222), known as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, providing for duties of commission relating to name changes by certain individuals.

In committee Last action March 17, 2025: Referred to Judiciary

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 10

Prime sponsor: Lindsey Williams
Cosponsors (9): Amanda Cappelletti, Art Haywood, Katie Muth, Maria Collett, Nikil Saval, Sharif Street, Steven Santarsiero, Timothy Kearney, Wayne Fontana

Status

In committee as of March 17, 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
March 17, 2025	Senate	Referred to Judiciary

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