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PA HB2339

PA HB2339
In assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault.


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Introduced
03/31/2026
In Committee
03/31/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault.

AI Summary

This bill amends Section 2702(c)(27) of Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, which defines aggravated assault, to clarify that a school crossing guard is considered an employee of a school district or local police department for the purposes of aggravated assault charges, specifically when acting within the scope of their employment or because of their employment relationship to the school. This amendment aims to provide enhanced protection for school crossing guards by ensuring they are recognized as individuals who, when assaulted, can be subject to aggravated assault charges, similar to other school employees and officials.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (17)

Last Action

Referred to Judiciary (on 03/31/2026)

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