HB 2856·PA·house
An Act amending Title 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in bonds and recognizances, further providing for right to bail.
In CommitteeFiled Oct 14, 2026
Sponsor: Jeremy Shaffer (R)
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Referred to Judiciary
Oct 14, 2026
Summary
The bill changes Title 42 of the Pennsylvania statutes to update rules for bonds and recognizances and to create a statutory right to bail. It would affect people facing criminal charges and the courts that handle bail decisions. The measure is currently referred to the House Judiciary Committee.
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