HB 845: An Act amending Title 54 (Names) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in judicial change of name, further providing for court approval required for change of name and for change by order of court, providing for change by administrative application and further providing for effect on children.

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HB 845 is a bill introduced in the Pennsylvania House on March 10, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act amending Title 54 (Names) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in judicial change of name, further providing for court approval required for change of name and for change by order of court, providing for change by administrative application and further providing for effect on children. Primary sponsor: Joe Webster (Democratic). It lists 14 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2025): Referred to Judiciary.

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