Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

Pennsylvania Senate Bill SB1098

Introduced
12/4/25  

Caption

In procedure to condemn, providing for advance notice to condemnee; in just compensation and measure of damages, further providing for measure of damages, for contiguous tracts and unity of use, for limited reimbursement of appraisal, attorney and engineering fees and for delay compensation; and, in special damages for displacement, further providing for moving and related expenses of displaced persons.

Impact

The implementation of SB1098 is expected to significantly shift the landscape of property rights in the state by reinforcing the rights of property owners during condemnation proceedings. By requiring that condemnees be notified in advance, the bill ensures that owners have adequate time to prepare, which could reduce the emotional and financial distress often associated with sudden property loss. Additionally, the bill's provisions concerning compensation for damages aim to ensure that displaced persons receive assistance for moving and related expenses, thus aiming to alleviate some of the burdens faced by those affected.

Summary

SB1098 addresses procedures related to condemnation, particularly focusing on ensuring that advance notice is provided to condemnees. This bill seeks to outline the requirements for just compensation and the measurement of damages, therefore clarifying the legal framework within which condemnation occurs. It is designed to enhance fairness in the condemnation process by mandating prior notification and delineating compensation measures more explicitly than previous legislation.

Contention

While supporters of SB1098 highlight the benefits of providing notice and clarity in compensation measures, there may be contention regarding its potential impacts on public infrastructure projects and urban development. Critics may argue that the extended notice periods and requirements for compensation could complicate or delay projects deemed necessary for community development. Balancing the rights of property owners with the needs of the community for development and expansion is likely to be a central point of debate surrounding this bill.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA HB1464

In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in procedure to condemn, providing for advanced notice to condemnee, further providing for notice to condemnee and for preliminary objections and providing for determination of last resort; in procedure for determining damages, further providing for liens and distribution of damages; in just compensation and measure of damages, further providing for measure of damages and providing for compensation for loss of goodwill of business or farm operation; and, in evidence, providing for proof of continuous ownership.

PA HB247

In procedure to condemn, further providing for notice to condemnee; and, in procedure for determining damages, further providing for appointment of viewers and for service of notice of view and hearing.

PA SB225

In just compensation and measure of damages, providing for compensation for loss of goodwill.

PA HB1250

Providing for resident associations and group meetings; further providing for disclosure of fees; providing for reasonable increases in rent and fees and for justified rent increase to support extraordinary increases in operating expenses; and further providing for damages.

PA HB616

In size, weight and load, further providing for conditions of permits and security for damages.

PA SB745

Providing for resident associations and group meetings; further providing for disclosure of fees; providing for reasonable increases in rent and fees, for justified rent increase to support extraordinary increases in operating expenses and for temporary surcharge for capital improvements; and further providing for damages.

PA HB545

In limitation of time, further providing for six months limitation; in matters affecting government units, further providing for exceptions to sovereign immunity, for limitations on damages and for exceptions to governmental immunity and providing for claims for compensation for wrongful conviction; in general administration, providing for services after wrongful conviction; and, in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, further providing for powers and duties of department.

PA SB54

In limitation of time, further providing for six months limitation; in matters affecting government units, further providing for exceptions to sovereign immunity, for limitations on damages and for exceptions to governmental immunity and providing for claims for compensation for wrongful conviction; in general administration, providing for services after wrongful conviction; and, in Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole, further providing for powers and duties of department.

PA HB1998

In liability and compensation, further providing for schedule of compensation; and, in Uninsured Employers Guaranty Fund, further providing for claims.

PA HB331

In budget and finance, further providing for expenses; in facilities and supplies, further providing for deposits into account; and, in access to justice, providing for performance audit of account.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.