SB779

In trade and commerce, providing for the offense of unlawful towing and towing storage facility practices; and imposing penalties.

Final Passage·7/12/26

Pennsylvania SB779 establishes penalties for unlawful towing and towing storage facility practices.

Pennsylvania SB779 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to address unlawful towing and towing storage facility practices. The bill outlines offenses committed by tow truck operators and towing storage facility operators, including failure to provide written notices, towing without authorization, and improper retention of vehicles. Penalties include fines and imprisonment terms. The act also mandates that tow truck operators maintain a physical street address, display business information, and post fees and hours of operation. The law takes effect in 60 days.

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  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

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Where it stands

Last
Passed both chambers · 16–1 · Jul 12
Current
Awaiting the Governor
Next
Signature or veto

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

49 Yea

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1 Nay

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Calendar

Jul 12

12:00 AM

Rules & Executive Nominations (s) Hearing

Jun 26, 2025

12:00 AM

Appropriations (s) Hearing

History

Jul 12

House

Re-reported as committed

Jul 12

House

Third consideration and final passage (193-9)

Jul 12

Senate

In the Senate