SB688

In county commissioners and chief clerks, providing for voting by county commissioner on certain appointments.

Introduced·4/28/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB688 prohibits county commissioners from voting on certain appointments if a family member is involved.

Pennsylvania SB688 amends Title 16 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to prohibit county commissioners from voting on the appointment of a member of a board, authority, or similar body if a member of their immediate family is an executive-level employee of that body or is employed by an entity that receives a grant, loan, or contract from the board. Immediate family includes parents, spouses, children, brothers, and sisters. The bill also mandates abstention from voting in accordance with restricted activities. This act will take effect in 60 days.

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Local Government Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Apr 28, 2025

Senate

Referred to Local Government