SB 637 + HB 1477 | Occupational licensure reform

  • Status: Signed by governor
  • Position: Support
  • Bill Number: SB 637
  • Session: 2019-2020
  • Latest Update: October 30, 2019
ACLU-PA Bill Page | SB 637

Summary

Session: 2019-2020

ACLU-PA Position: Supports

SB 637 and HB 1477 are identical bills introduced in both chambers of the Pennsylvania General Assembly that, if passed, would ensure that individuals with a criminal record are not automatically excluded from earning an occupational license simply because of their criminal history.

Senate Bill 637 was enacted as Act No. 53 of 2020.

Sponsors:
Senator John DiSanto, Representative Sheryl Delozier

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