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PA SB780
Bill
Status
Engrossed
6/25/2025
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Picozzi
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AI Summary
- Prohibits unauthorized encampments on public or private property where nuisance conditions exist, defined as locations with 3+ unrelated individuals in temporary structures without owner consent
- Defines nuisance indicators as insufficient sanitation, accumulation of garbage/human waste, open fires, or visible drug use/paraphernalia
- Requires property owners to eject encampments within 30 days of municipal notice or face civil penalties up to $250 per day per violation
- Grants residents and property owners within 1,600 feet of an encampment standing to petition municipalities for nuisance determinations and file private lawsuits seeking damages and injunctive relief
- Requires municipalities to provide at least 7 days notice before physical removal and take reasonable steps to connect displaced individuals with homeless services
Legislative Description
In uses of property, providing for encampments.
Last Action
Referred to Local Government
6/25/2025
Committee Referrals
Local Government6/25/2025
Appropriations6/11/2025
Local Government5/27/2025
Full Bill Text
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