An Act amending the act of April 6, 1951 (P.L.69, No.20), known as The Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, in recovery of possession, further providing for hearing, judgment, writ of possession and payment of rent by tenant.

Summary

The bill lets a justice of the peace temporarily stop an eviction writ when severe weather—freezing temps, storms, hurricanes or extreme heat—makes it unsafe. The stay only applies to renters who receive certain public‑assistance benefits, and the eviction must be finished within five days after the weather clears. It is intended to protect vulnerable tenants from being forced out during hazardous conditions.

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