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PA HB1484

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jason Dawkins

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Juror daily compensation increases from the current tiered rate ($9/day for the first three days, $25/day thereafter) to a flat rate of $40 per day for all days of service

  • Travel allowance remains at 17 cents per mile (circular), with the existing exception that no travel allowance is paid in the first judicial district (Philadelphia)

  • County commissioners gain authority to select the method of juror payment, including check, debit card, bank transfer, or other methods

  • The chosen payment method cannot affect the amount of compensation owed to jurors

  • Effective date is 60 days after enactment

Legislative Description

In juries and jurors, further providing for compensation of and travel allowance for jurors.

Last Action

Referred to Judiciary

5/21/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary5/21/2025

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