Pennsylvania · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1261: An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth services, further providing for assistance to fire companies and EMS companies and providing for protection against PFAS chemicals and for firefighting protective equipment; in grants to fire companies and emergency medical services companies, further providing for award of grants; and imposing penalties.

Passed one chamber Last action June 10, 2026: Laid on the table (Pursuant to Senate Rule 9)

Plain-language summary

HB 1261 is a bill introduced in the Pennsylvania House on April 17, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act amending Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in Commonwealth services, further providing for assistance to fire companies and EMS companies and providing for protection against PFAS chemicals and for firefighting protective equipment; in grants to fire companies and emergency medical services companies, further providing for award of grants; and imposing penalties. Primary sponsor: Brian Munroe (Democratic). It lists 35 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 10, 2026): Laid on the table (Pursuant to Senate Rule 9).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Brian Munroe (Democratic). 35 co-sponsors.