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PA HB515

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Martin Causer

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits Commonwealth agencies and municipalities from adopting policies that ban the sale, installation, or use of natural gas-powered home heating equipment, appliances, and outdoor cooking/lighting features

  • Extends protection to any home or outdoor appliances powered by a specific energy source, preventing government restrictions based on fuel type

  • Applies to all forms of local government including counties, cities, boroughs, townships, home rule municipalities, and municipal authorities

  • Allows individuals to file civil lawsuits seeking injunctive relief or damages within 180 days of an alleged violation

  • Takes effect 60 days after enactment if passed

Legislative Description

Prohibiting restrictions on household appliances by Commonwealth agencies and municipalities; and providing for civil actions authorized.

Last Action

Referred to Energy

2/5/2025

Committee Referrals

Energy2/5/2025

Full Bill Text

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