Pennsylvania · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 538: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in sexual violence, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking education, prevention and response at institutions of higher education and private licensed schools, further providing for scope of article, for definitions, for education program and for follow-up; and making an editorial change.

Passed one chamber Last action June 23, 2026: Laid on the table (Pursuant to Senate Rule 9)

Plain-language summary

HB 538 is a bill introduced in the Pennsylvania House on February 10, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in sexual violence, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking education, prevention and response at institutions of higher education and private licensed schools, further providing for scope of article, for definitions, for education program and for follow-up; and making an editorial change. Primary sponsor: Robert Leadbeter (Republican). It lists 12 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 23, 2026): Laid on the table (Pursuant to Senate Rule 9).

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Robert Leadbeter (Republican). 12 co-sponsors.