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PA SB1129
Bill
Status
1/12/2026
Primary Sponsor
Judy Schwank
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AI Summary
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Amends Pennsylvania's Underground Utility Line Protection Law (Act of December 10, 1974) to expand the definition of "line" or "facility"
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Adds pipelines transporting steam located in public rights-of-way to the list of protected underground facilities that must be identified before excavation or demolition work
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Maintains existing coverage for underground electric, communication, gas, petroleum, propane, oil, sewage, and water lines, as well as unconventional oil and gas well production and gathering lines
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Continues to exclude stripper well lines unless they qualify as regulated onshore gathering lines under U.S. Department of Transportation regulations promulgated after January 1, 2006
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment
Legislative Description
Further providing for definitions.
Last Action
Referred to Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure
1/12/2026