Pennsylvania · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 2496: An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in general provisions, providing for pause on data center proposals.

Passed one chamber Last action June 30, 2026: Re-referred to Rules & Executive Nominations

Plain-language summary

HB 2496 is a bill introduced in the Pennsylvania House on May 8, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act amending the act of July 31, 1968 (P.L.805, No.247), known as the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code, in general provisions, providing for pause on data center proposals. Primary sponsor: Paul Friel (Democratic). It lists 42 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 30, 2026): Re-referred to Rules & Executive Nominations.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Paul Friel (Democratic). 42 co-sponsors.