SB 847

An Act amending Title 8 (Boroughs and Incorporated Towns) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in vacancies in office, further providing for filling vacancies in elective borough offices.

In committee Last action June 10, 2025: Referred to Local Government

Official bill page and text: palegis.us

Sponsors 9

Prime sponsor: Carolyn Comitta
Cosponsors (8): Elder Vogel, James Malone, Jay Costa, Judy Ward, Patrick Stefano, Rosemary Brown, Timothy Kearney, Wayne Fontana

Status

In committee as of June 10, 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
June 10, 2025	Senate	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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