(Feb 03, 2025) Rep. Tim Briggs
HARRISBURG, Feb. 3 – Today, the Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee voted to advance three important bills that are now under consideration by the full House. The bills, supported by legislators from both parties, seek to improve the criminal justice system, strengthen safety and simplify family law processes. Committee Chair Rep. Tim Briggs, D-Montgomery, said, “The committee’s bipartisan support for these bills demonstrates our shared commitment to making necessary improvements to our laws, ensuring fairness, safety and efficiency across Pennsylvania. These bills are now on their way to the full House, where we will continue to work together for the benefit of all Pennsylvanians.” The following bills were voted out of committee: House Bill 36 , sponsored by state Rep. Scott Conklin, D-Centre, would permit law enforcement officers working under the Pennsylvania Office of the State Inspector General to carry weapons while performing their duties. The legislation aims to enhance the safety of officers, who often face dangerous situations while fighting fraud, waste, misconduct and abuse in state programs and government agencies. House Bill 166 , sponsored by state Reps. Tim Bonner, R-Mercer, and Tarik Khan, D-Phila., would ensure that Pennsylvania’s death penalty statute meets the highest standard of proof before a jury can impose such a penalty. It would require the Commonwealth to Read more