Pennsylvania · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 851: A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for election of justices, judges and justices of the peace and vacancies and for tenure of justices, judges and justices of the peace.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 851 is a bill introduced in the Pennsylvania Senate on June 18, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: A Joint Resolution proposing integrated amendments to the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, further providing for election of justices, judges and justices of the peace and vacancies and for tenure of justices, judges and justices of the peace. Primary sponsor: Michele Brooks (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (June 18, 2025): Referred to State Government.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michele Brooks | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 50 |
| Doug Mastriano | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 33 |
“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