Pennsylvania · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 491: An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in alternative form of regulation of telecommunications services, further providing for network modernization plans and for additional powers and duties of commission.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 491 is a bill introduced in the Pennsylvania Senate on March 21, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in alternative form of regulation of telecommunications services, further providing for network modernization plans and for additional powers and duties of commission. Primary sponsor: Kristin Phillips-Hill (Republican). It lists 7 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 4, 2026): Laid on the table (Pursuant to Senate Rule 9).
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 8
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kristin Phillips-Hill | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 28 |
| Lisa Baker | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 20 |
| Camera Bartolotta | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 46 |
| Doug Mastriano | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 33 |
| Tracy Pennycuick | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 24 |
| Greg Rothman | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 34 |
| Pat Stefano | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 32 |
| Judy Ward | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 30 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Laid on the table (Pursuant to Senate Rule 9)
- First consideration
- Reported as committed
- Referred to Communications & Technology