HR162Introduced in the House
Urging all agencies of the Commonwealth to have the ability to use diacritical marks on names on all Commonwealth-issued documents by July 1, 2027.
Introduced by Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz, District 129
What does this bill do?
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Official description
A Resolution urging all agencies of the Commonwealth to have the ability to use diacritical marks on names on all Commonwealth-issued documents by July 1, 2027.
Where it stands
Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71)
March 19, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: House State Government: PN1218, Report Bill As Committed · October 28, 2025
16
Yes
10
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
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| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Jacob Banta | 4 | No |
| Eric Weaknecht | 5 | No |
| Bradley Roae | 6 | No |
| Marla Gallo Brown | 9 | Yes |
| Stephenie Scialabba | 12 | No |
| Roman Kozak | 14 | No |
| Timothy Bonner | 17 | Yes |
| Jeremy Shaffer | 28 | No |
| Timothy Brennan | 29 | Yes |
| John Inglis | 38 | Yes |
Bill history
Referred to State Government
Reported as committed
Laid on the table (Pursuant to House Rule 71)
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