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PA HB791

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/3/2025

Primary Sponsor

Joe Hamm

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Grants religious exemptions from beard-shaving requirements for individuals seeking firefighter certification through the Pennsylvania State Fire Academy whose religion prohibits shaving or trimming beards

  • Exemption only applies if the individual can pass a fit test demonstrating adequate seal of a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) mask meeting State Fire Commissioner standards

  • Amends Section 7384 of Title 35 (Health and Safety) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes

  • Takes effect 60 days after enactment

Legislative Description

In Commonwealth services, further providing for Pennsylvania State Fire Academy.

Last Action

Referred to Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness

3/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Veterans Affairs & Emergency Preparedness3/3/2025

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