Pennsylvania · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 251: A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for courts to be open and suits against the Commonwealth.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 251 is a bill introduced in the Pennsylvania Senate on February 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: A Joint Resolution proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for courts to be open and suits against the Commonwealth. Primary sponsor: Lisa Baker (Republican). It lists 9 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 13, 2025): Referred to State Government.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Republican 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lisa Baker | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
| Jay Costa | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 43 |
| Cris Dush | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 25 |
| Wayne Fontana | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 42 |
| John Kane | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Tim Kearney | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Doug Mastriano | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 33 |
| Tracy Pennycuick | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 24 |
| Steve Santarsiero | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Judy Schwank | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 11 |
“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 State Government