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PA SB1047

Bill

Status

Introduced

10/15/2025

Primary Sponsor

Arthur Haywood

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • District attorneys must assemble and lead investigation teams independent from the involved police department when a police officer's use of force results in a death

  • Members of the involved police department are prohibited from participating in the investigation unless specifically requested by the district attorney in a limited capacity

  • Investigations must be completed within 90 days, or within 12 months if referred to an investigating grand jury

  • Investigation findings must be published on the district attorney's website, and a public meeting must be held within 7 days of the deadly force incident

  • District attorneys may prosecute, refer to a grand jury, or refer to the Attorney General; referrals require a detailed public report within 7 days explaining the incident and reasons for declining prosecution

Legislative Description

Providing for a full and independent investigation into a use of deadly force by a police officer.

Last Action

Referred to Law & Justice

10/15/2025

Committee Referrals

Law & Justice10/15/2025

Full Bill Text

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