Pennsylvania · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1485: An Act amending the act of June 24, 1976 (P.L.424, No.101), referred to as the Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefits Act, further providing for death benefits for public works employees, coroners and staff persons and for definitions; and making an editorial change.

Passed one chamber Last action May 20, 2026: Referred to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness

Plain-language summary

HB 1485 is a bill introduced in the Pennsylvania House on May 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act amending the act of June 24, 1976 (P.L.424, No.101), referred to as the Emergency and Law Enforcement Personnel Death Benefits Act, further providing for death benefits for public works employees, coroners and staff persons and for definitions; and making an editorial change. Primary sponsor: Joe Ciresi (Democratic). It lists 16 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2026): Referred to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Joe Ciresi (Democratic). 16 co-sponsors.