SB1262

In driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for penalties.

Introduced·4/6/26
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB1262 amends driving penalties for alcohol or drug-related offenses.

Pennsylvania SB1262 amends Title 75 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to enhance sentencing for certain driving offenses. It includes a sentencing enhancement for refusing chemical testing, having four or more prior offenses, and operating a school bus or school vehicle with illegal substances. The Pennsylvania Commission on Sentencing will adopt guidelines for these enhancements. The act will take effect 60 days after enactment.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
7
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Transportation: PN1567, Reported as Committed

11 Yea

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3 Nay

DDD

Calendar

Apr 21

11:00 AM

Transportation (s) Hearing

History

Jun 10

Senate

Laid on the table

Jun 10

Senate

Removed from table

Apr 22

Senate

Second consideration