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PA HB1476
PA HB1476In protection of victims of sexual violence or intimidation, further providing for definitions.
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Introduced
09/09/2025
09/09/2025
In Committee
09/09/2025
09/09/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in protection of victims of sexual violence or intimidation, further providing for definitions.
AI Summary
This bill amends the definition of "intimidation" in Pennsylvania law to expand protections against harassment and stalking. Specifically, the bill removes the previous language that limited intimidation to actions by a person 18 years or older only against individuals under 18 years old. By removing these age-specific restrictions, the new definition now applies more broadly to harassment (under sections 2709(a)(4), (5), (6), or (7)) and stalking (under section 2709.1) committed by individuals 18 years or older, regardless of the age of the victim. This change effectively broadens the legal definition of intimidation and potentially increases protective measures for victims of sexual violence or intimidation across all age groups. The bill will take effect 60 days after its enactment, giving time for legal systems and agencies to adjust to the updated definition.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (9)
Natalie Mihalek (R)*,
Mike Armanini (R),
Mark Gillen (R),
Andrew Kuzma (R),
Shelby Labs (R),
Abby Major (R),
Kristin Marcell (R),
Craig Staats (R),
K.C. Tomlinson (R),
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary (on 09/09/2025)
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