Pennsylvania · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1597: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in terms and courses of study, providing for after-school reading program.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 1597 is a bill introduced in the Pennsylvania House on June 11, 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 terms and courses of study, providing for after-school reading program. Primary sponsor: Jason Ortitay (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (June 11, 2025): Referred to Education.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Ortitay | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 46 |
| Bud Cook | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 50 |
| Ed Neilson | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 174 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Education