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PA HB710

Bill

Status

Passed

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kerry Benninghoff

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to establish an online verification system for motor vehicle liability insurance, allowing real-time confirmation of coverage through internet-based connections with insurers

  • Mandates insurers issuing at least 1,000 motor vehicle liability policies in Pennsylvania to participate in the verification system and maintain records to respond to verification requests for at least 24 months

  • Allows proof of insurance to be shown electronically (on a phone or device) to police officers or verified through the online system, eliminating the need for paper insurance cards in some cases

  • Exempts insurers participating in the online verification system from separate notification requirements to the department when policies are canceled or terminated

  • Requires the department to report to the General Assembly within two years on implementation costs and effectiveness in reducing uninsured vehicles, with most provisions taking effect 18 months after enactment

Legislative Description

In financial responsibility, further providing for required financial responsibility and providing for online verification of financial responsibility.

Last Action

Act No. 3 of 2026

2/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Appropriations2/3/2026
Transportation12/22/2025
Appropriations12/16/2025
Transportation2/24/2025

Full Bill Text

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