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PA HB2023
Bill
Status
11/12/2025
Primary Sponsor
Gregory Scott
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AI Summary
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Justices of the peace must stay execution of eviction writs during extreme weather conditions, including temperatures at or below 32°F, winter storm/blizzard warnings, hurricane/tropical storm warnings, and excessive heat warnings issued by the National Weather Service.
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Evictions must be completed within 5 days after extreme weather conditions end, with stayed writs given priority.
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Protections apply only to tenants enrolled in public assistance programs including LIHEAP, Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security Disability Insurance, WIC, SNAP, or Supplemental Security Income.
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Amends The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951 (Section 503) regarding recovery of possession procedures.
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment.
Legislative Description
In recovery of possession, further providing for hearing, judgment, writ of possession and payment of rent by tenant.
Last Action
Laid on the table
2/2/2026