Pennsylvania · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1247: An Act amending the act of July 23, 1970 (P.L.563, No.195), known as the Public Employe Relations Act, in collective bargaining impasse, further providing for interest arbitration.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 1247 is a bill introduced in the Pennsylvania Senate on April 1, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act amending the act of July 23, 1970 (P.L.563, No.195), known as the Public Employe Relations Act, in collective bargaining impasse, further providing for interest arbitration. Primary sponsor: Frank Farry (Republican). It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2026): Referred to Labor & Industry.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 5
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frank Farry | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 6 |
| Dave Argall | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 29 |
| Nick Miller | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Tracy Pennycuick | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 24 |
| Joe Picozzi | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 5 |
| Elder Vogel | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 47 |
“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 Labor & Industry