SB 771

An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general principles of justification, further providing for use of force in self-protection.

In committee Last action May 22, 2025: Referred to Judiciary

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 8

Prime sponsor: Steven Santarsiero
Cosponsors (7): Art Haywood, Christine Tartaglione, Jay Costa, John Kane, Maria Collett, Sharif Street, Timothy Kearney

Status

In committee as of May 22, 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
May 22, 2025	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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