Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

Pennsylvania House Bill HB1643

Introduced
6/23/25  

Caption

In dockets, indices and other records, further providing for enforcement of foreign judgments.

Impact

A notable provision of HB1643 emphasizes that courts of common pleas are restricted from enforcing or satisfying foreign judgments that relate to the provision of reproductive health care services. This amendment is particularly relevant in the context of ongoing debates about reproductive rights and health care access, suggesting that judgments pertaining to these topics will not be recognized under Pennsylvania law, effectively protecting local reproductive health care policies from foreign legal claims.

Summary

House Bill 1643 aims to amend Title 42 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes regarding the enforcement of foreign judgments. The bill specifies that a foreign judgment can be filed in Pennsylvania courts and treated similarly to local judgments, thereby creating a streamlined process for acknowledging and enforcing such judgments within the state. This is particularly significant as it establishes that the judgments will carry the same legal weight as local court decisions, allowing them to be enforced and satisfied following similar procedural rules.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB1643 appears to be mixed. Supporters may view the bill as a necessary enhancement to Pennsylvania's judicial framework, ensuring that foreign judgments are recognized and enforced consistently. Conversely, opponents may express concerns that the limitation on enforcing judgments related to reproductive health could lead to complications for individuals and entities involved in health care services, indicating a potential point of contention regarding the intersection of law and personal rights.

Contention

Critics of HB1643 may argue that its provisions limiting enforcement are overly restrictive, suggesting that they could hinder justice for individuals who rely on foreign judgments for legal redress in matters of reproductive health. This contention reflects broader societal debates about reproductive rights and the extent to which local laws should interact with or override external legal judgments, emphasizing a significant area of conflict for legislators and citizens alike.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA SB882

In dockets, indices and other records, further providing for enforcement of foreign judgments.

PA SB549

In dockets, indices and other records, providing for limited access to eviction information.

PA HB1095

In dockets, indices and other records, providing for limited access to eviction information; and requiring the Administrative Office of Pennsylvania Courts to process records.

PA HB2299

In wiretapping and electronic surveillance, further providing for definitions; and, in recordings by law enforcement officers, further providing for definitions.

PA HB1631

In judgments and other liens, providing for bankruptcy exemption.

PA HB2282

In judgments and other liens, providing for bankruptcy exemption.

PA SB296

AN ACT relating to foreign money judgments.

PA HB2132

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in recovery of possession, further providing for hearing, judgment, writ of possession and payment of rent by tenant; and making editorial changes.

PA SB520

In wiretapping and electronic surveillance, further providing for definitions and repealing provisions relating to public access; in enforcement relating to fish, further providing for powers and duties of waterways conservation officers and deputies; in enforcement relating to game, further providing for powers and duties of enforcement officers; in recordings by law enforcement officers, further providing for definitions and for audio recording or video recording policies; in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, further providing for powers and duties of Department of Corrections; and making transfers between the State Gaming Fund and certain restricted accounts.

PA SB647

In public indecency, further providing for prostitution and related offenses.

Similar Bills

CA AB774

Civil actions: enforcement of judgments.

KY SB296

AN ACT relating to foreign money judgments.

CA SB355

Judgment debtor employers: Employment Development Department.

TX HB5009

Relating to the collection or execution of certain judgments; authorizing fees.

CA SB261

Division of Labor Standards Enforcement: orders, decisions, and awards.

AZ HB2244

evictions; satisfaction of judgments

AR HB1959

To Abolish The Use Of A Writ Of Scire Facias As The Means Of Reviving An Outstanding Judgment; To Allow A Judgment To Be Revived By Notice; And To Amend The Law Concerning The Fees To Be Charged By Clerks Of The Circuit Courts.

CA AB1521

Committee on Judiciary: judiciary omnibus.