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HB1909

In assault, further providing for the offenses of simple assault, of recklessly endangering another person, of terroristic threats, of harassment and of stalking; in kidnapping, further providing for the offenses of unlawful restraint, of false imprisonment and of criminal coercion; in sexual offenses, further providing for the offense of indecent assault; and, in riot, disorderly conduct and related offenses, further providing for the offense of disorderly conduct.

Chamber Passed·2/2/26

Pennsylvania HB1909 amends sentencing for offenses committed during violations of protection from abuse orders.

Pennsylvania HB1909 amends Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to enhance sentencing for criminal offenses committed while violating protection from abuse orders. Specifically, it mandates that such offenses be graded one degree higher, up to and including a felony of the third degree. This act aims to strengthen penalties for those who commit crimes while disregarding court-ordered protections.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 22–15 · Feb 2
Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

104 Yea

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94 Nay

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Calendar

Nov 12, 2025

12:00 AM

Judiciary (h) Hearing

Nov 12, 2025

9:00 AM

Judiciary (h) Hearing

History

Feb 13

Senate

Referred to Judiciary

Feb 2

House

Re-reported as committed

Feb 2

House

Third consideration and final passage (104-94)