HB713

In particular rights and immunities, further providing for scope of subchapter.

Introduced·2/24/25

Pennsylvania HB713 amends the definition of "protected public expression" to include communications about sexual offenses and allegations of sexual.

Pennsylvania HB713 amends Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to redefine "protected public expression." This change includes communications about sexual offenses and allegations of sexual violence in legislative, executive, judicial, or administrative proceedings, provided the communication is not malicious. The bill also clarifies that this subchapter does not apply to certain claims asserted in a civil action, such as those arising from communications about abuse. This act aims to encourage participation in matters of public significance without fear of legal repercussions.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

15 Yea

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11 Nay

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Calendar

Feb 4

10:00 AM

Judiciary (h) Hearing

History

Feb 4

House

Reported as amended

Feb 4

House

First consideration

Feb 4

House

Laid on the table