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PA HB2077

PA HB2077
In inchoate crimes, prohibiting the possession of firearm at polling place.


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Introduced
03/05/2024
In Committee
03/05/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in inchoate crimes, prohibiting the possession of firearm at polling place.

AI Summary

This bill amends Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to prohibit the possession of firearms at polling places during elections, with some exceptions. The bill defines "firearm," "election," "law enforcement officer," and "polling place" for the purposes of this law. It also requires the posting of notice about the firearm possession prohibition at polling places. Violations of the prohibition would constitute a misdemeanor offense, with the level of offense depending on the specific actions of the offender.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (16)

Last Action

Referred to STATE GOVERNMENT (on 03/05/2024)

Bill Topics

Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
  • ‐ Voting Rights and Issues
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Firearms and Gun Control

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