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PA SB931

Bill

Status

Introduced

7/14/2025

Primary Sponsor

Cris Dush

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits entities from using names, symbols, domain names, or electronic identifiers that falsely suggest affiliation with or endorsement by Pennsylvania state or municipal governments

  • Violation constitutes a third-degree felony punishable by up to $15,000 in fines and up to 7 years imprisonment

  • Entities may receive advance written authorization from government agencies to use such names, but authorizations must be reported to State Government Committee leadership within 10 days

  • Provides a defense if the entity displays a prominent disclaimer (14-point bold type or larger) on all materials clearly stating no government affiliation

  • Takes effect 60 days after enactment

Legislative Description

In entities generally, providing for the offense of false, deceptive or misleading names; and imposing a penalty.

Last Action

Referred to State Government

7/14/2025

Committee Referrals

State Government7/14/2025

Full Bill Text

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