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Pennsylvania House Bill HB1966
Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session
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Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

Pennsylvania House Bill HB1966

Introduced
10/17/25  

Caption

In bases of jurisdiction and interstate and international procedure, further providing for assistance to tribunals and litigants outside this Commonwealth with respect to service and for issuance of subpoena; in commencement of proceedings, further providing for authority of officers of another state to arrest in this Commonwealth; and, in detainers and extradition, further providing for definitions, for duty of Governor with respect to fugitives from justice and for presigned waiver of extradition.

Impact

The proposed changes in HB 1966 could have significant implications for state laws surrounding extradition and legal proceedings involving individuals who transcend state boundaries. By clarifying the authority of officers from other states to make arrests within the Commonwealth, the bill aims to ensure a more cohesive approach to handling fugitives from justice. Furthermore, the definitions provided for various legal terms concerning detainers and extradition will help provide more consistency in how such cases are addressed locally and interstate.

Summary

House Bill 1966 addresses several procedural aspects related to jurisdiction and interstate cooperation in legal matters. It specifically deals with improving assistance to tribunals and litigants located outside the Commonwealth regarding the service of process and the issuance of subpoenas. The bill intends to streamline the legal processes involved when cases require intervention or cooperation across state lines. This could potentially aid litigants who may currently face challenges in navigating complex jurisdictional issues, ensuring they receive fair treatment under the law regardless of where they are located.

Contention

While the bill is largely supported for its intent to enhance the judicial process, there may be concerns regarding the implications for individual rights and the authority granted to out-of-state law enforcement. Opponents may argue that broadening the authority of officers from other states could lead to potential abuses or overreach, undermining the local judicial system's autonomy. The discussions around the bill are likely to touch upon ensuring that the rights of individuals are not compromised in the process, as well as maintaining a balance between state jurisdiction and cooperative interstate legal frameworks.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA HB1642

In bases of jurisdiction and interstate and international procedure, further providing for assistance to tribunals and litigants outside this Commonwealth with respect to service and for issuance of subpoena; in commencement of proceedings, further providing for authority of officers of another state to arrest in this Commonwealth; and, in detainers and extradition, further providing for definitions, for duty of Governor with respect to fugitives from justice and for presigned waiver of extradition.

PA SB881

In bases of jurisdiction and interstate and international procedure, further providing for assistance to tribunals and litigants outside this Commonwealth with respect to service and for issuance of subpoena; in commencement of proceedings, further providing for authority of officers of another state to arrest in this Commonwealth; and, in detainers and extradition, further providing for definitions, for duty of Governor with respect to fugitives from justice and for presigned waiver of extradition.

PA HB449

In commencement of proceedings, further providing for arrest without warrant.

PA HB759

In preliminary provisions, further providing for definitions; in the Secretary of the Commonwealth, further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth; and, in county boards of elections, further providing for powers and duties of county boards.

PA SB457

In Commonwealth services, further providing for assistance to fire companies and EMS companies.

PA SB623

In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in Commonwealth services, further providing for definitions; and, in emergency responder mental wellness and stress management, further providing for definitions.

PA HB453

In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in Commonwealth services, further providing fordefinitions relating to intrastate mutual aid; and, in emergency responder mental wellness and stress management, further providing for definitions.

PA HB239

In governance of the system, further providing for costs; in budget and finance, further providing for Commonwealth portion of fines, etc; and, in facilities and supplies, further providing for deposits into account.

PA HB2327

In the Secretary of the Commonwealth, further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth; and, in county boards of elections, further providing for powers and duties of county boards.

PA HB909

In provisions relating to the Secretary of the Commonwealth, further providing for powers and duties of the Secretary of the Commonwealth and for explanation of ballot question; and, in ballots, further providing for form of official election ballot.

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PA SB881

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PA HB1642

In bases of jurisdiction and interstate and international procedure, further providing for assistance to tribunals and litigants outside this Commonwealth with respect to service and for issuance of subpoena; in commencement of proceedings, further providing for authority of officers of another state to arrest in this Commonwealth; and, in detainers and extradition, further providing for definitions, for duty of Governor with respect to fugitives from justice and for presigned waiver of extradition.