SB471Introduced in the Senate
In general provisions relating to criminal proceedings, providing for citizenship status of criminal defendants.
Introduced by Daniel Laughlin, District 49
What does this bill do?
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Official description
An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in general provisions relating to criminal proceedings, providing for citizenship status of criminal defendants.
Where it stands
Referred to Judiciary
April 1, 2025
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Senate Floor: SB 471 PN 425, Final Passage · March 31, 2025
31
Yes
18
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
49 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
What do people think?
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Nikil Saval | 1 | No |
| Christine Tartaglione | 2 | No |
| Sharif Street | 3 | No |
| Arthur Haywood | 4 | No |
| Joseph Picozzi | 5 | Yes |
| Frank Farry | 6 | Yes |
| Vincent Hughes | 7 | No |
| Anthony Williams | 8 | No |
| John Kane | 9 | No |
| Steven Santarsiero | 10 | No |
Bill history
Referred to Judiciary
Reported as committed
First consideration
Second consideration
Third consideration and final passage (31-18)
In the House
Referred to Judiciary
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