Pennsylvania 2025_0 Regular Session Status: Passed House 16 D cosponsors

HB 1963 — An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, further providing for Medical Advisory Board.

Last action — Laid on the table (Pursuant to Senate Rule 9), June 9, 2026

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  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. ✓
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has passed the House. Introduced October 17, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.

Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the Senate.

Prognosis

Advancing 58% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

Moderate

How often bills like it became law.

  • Passed House

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 16 sponsors

    1 primary, 15 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (16 D).

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 1 recorded vote so far.

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In plain language

The bill modifies provisions related to the Medical Advisory Board for driver licensing in Pennsylvania.

This bill amends the rules surrounding the Medical Advisory Board, which evaluates medical conditions affecting driving. It aims to enhance the process for assessing drivers' abilities, particularly those with disabilities.

What this means for you
  • Families: Families of drivers with disabilities may benefit from a more inclusive evaluation process for licensing.

Summary

Advocate for Drivers with Disabilities

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

23 added · 25 removed

Plain-language change summary

In the latest version of Bill HB 1963, the membership of the board overseeing driver licensing was increased from 13 to 14 members. This change also replaced a representative from the Department of Justice with one from the Office of General Counsel, which may clarify roles and responsibilities within the board. Additionally, the definition of a "certified driving rehabilitation specialist" remains the same, highlighting the importance of expertise in providing support for individuals with disabilities. These changes aim to enhance the effectiveness of the board and ensure better decision-making regarding driver licensing.

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2478 THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE BILL Session of No.
2598 THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE BILL Session of No.
1963 2025 INTRODUCED BY BIZZARRO, GIRAL, GUENST, MADDEN, SCHLOSSBERG, HILL-EVANS, SANCHEZ, PROBST, VENKAT, HOHENSTEIN, HANBIDGE, CERRATO, MALAGARI AND GREEN, OCTOBER 17, 2025 REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION, OCTOBER 17, 2025 AN ACT AmeStatutes, in licensing of drivers, further providing fored Medical Advisory Board.
1963 2025 INTRODUCED BY BIZZARRO, GIRAL, GUENST, MADDEN, SCHLOSSBERG, HILL-EVANS, SANCHEZ, PROBST, VENKAT, HOHENSTEIN, HANBIDGE, CERRATO, MALAGARI AND GREEN, OCTOBER 17, 2025 AS REPORTED FROM COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, AS AMENDED, NOVEMBER 17, 2025 AN ACT Amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in licensing of drivers, further providing for Medical Advisory Board.
Section 1517(a) of Title 75 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes is amended and the section is amended by <-- adding a subsection to read:
Section 1517(a) of Title 75 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes is amended and the section is amended by adding a subsection to read:
(a) Membership.--There shall be a Medical Advisory Board consisting of [13] 14 members appointed by the secretary.
(a) Membership.--There shall be a Medical Advisory Board consisting of [13] members appointed by the secretary.
The <-- board shall be composed of an authorized representative from the Department of Transportation, [Department of Justice] OFFICE OF <-- GENERAL COUNSEL, Governor's Council on Drug and Alcohol Abuse, Department of Health, Pennsylvania State Police and professionals as follows:
The board shall be composed of an authorized representative from the Department of Transportation, Department of Justice, Governor's Council on Drug and Alcohol Abuse, Department of Health, Pennsylvania State Police and professionals as follows:
* * * (c) Definition.--As used in this section, the term <-- "certified driving rehabilitation specialist" means an individual who plans, develops, coordinates and implements driver rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities and is certified by a national organization that assesses knowledge and skills in the services.
* * * (c) Definition.--As used in this section, the term "certified driving rehabilitation specialist" means an individual who plans, develops, coordinates and implements driver rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities and is certified by a national organization that assesses knowledge and skills in the services.
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This bill increases the membership of the Medical Advisory Board from 13 to 14 members and specifies the inclusion of a certified driving rehabilitation specialist.

  • 75 Pa. C.S. § 1517(a)

    [13] → 14

    The membership of the Medical Advisory Board is increased from 13 to 14 members.

  • 75 Pa. C.S. § 1517(a)

    Department of Justice → OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL

    The representation on the Medical Advisory Board is changed from the Department of Justice to the Office of General Counsel.

  • 75 Pa. C.S. § 1517(a)

    [and] → and

    The list of medical professionals on the Medical Advisory Board is updated to include a certified driving rehabilitation specialist.

  • 75 Pa. C.S. § 1517(c)

    As used in this section, the term "certified driving rehabilitation specialist" means an individual who plans, develops, coordinates and implements driver rehabilitation services for individuals with disabilities and is certified by a national organization that assesses knowledge and skills in the services.

    A definition for 'certified driving rehabilitation specialist' is added to clarify the qualifications and role of this member on the board.

Action History

  1. Laid on the table (Pursuant to Senate Rule 9), June 9, 2026

  2. Second consideration, April 22, 2026

  3. First consideration, April 20, 2026

  4. Reported as committed, April 20, 2026

  5. Referred to TRANSPORTATION, Feb. 13, 2026

  6. In the Senate

  7. Third consideration and final passage, Feb. 3, 2026 (197-0)

  8. Re-reported as committed, Feb. 3, 2026

  9. Re-committed to APPROPRIATIONS, Feb. 2, 2026

  10. Second consideration, Feb. 2, 2026

  11. Removed from table, Jan. 28, 2026

  12. Laid on the table, Nov. 17, 2025

  13. First consideration, Nov. 17, 2025

  14. Reported as amended, Nov. 17, 2025

  15. Referred to TRANSPORTATION, Oct. 17, 2025

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 15 co-sponsors · 237 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (15)

Not signed on (237)

237 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Votes

FINAL PASSAGE

Passed 197 Yea · 0 Nay · 1 Other
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Republican 96001
Democratic 100000
Unaffiliated 1000
Total 197001
% of votes cast 99%0%0%1%
How each member voted (198)
Member Party Vote
Stephenie Scialabba — Yea
Abigail Salisbury Democratic Yea
Aerion Abney Democratic Yea
Amen Brown Democratic Yea
Andre D. Carroll Democratic Yea
Anita Astorino Kulik Democratic Yea
Anthony A. Bellmon Democratic Yea
Arvind Venkat Democratic Yea
Ben Waxman Democratic Yea
Benjamin V. Sanchez Democratic Yea
Brandon J. Markosek Democratic Yea
Brian Munroe Democratic Yea
Bridget M. Kosierowski Democratic Yea
Carol Hill-Evans Democratic Yea
Carol Kazeem Democratic Yea
Chris Pielli Democratic Yea
Christina D. Sappey Democratic Yea
Christopher M. Rabb Democratic Yea
Dan Frankel Democratic Yea
Dan Goughnour Democratic Yea
Dan K. Williams Democratic Yea
Daniel J. Deasy Democratic Yea
Danielle Friel Otten Democratic Yea
Danilo Burgos Democratic Yea
Darisha K. Parker Democratic Yea
Dave Madsen Democratic Yea
David M. Delloso Democratic Yea
Ed Neilson Democratic Yea
Eddie Day Pashinski Democratic Yea
Elizabeth Fiedler Democratic Yea
Emily Kinkead Democratic Yea
Frank Burns Democratic Yea
G. Roni Green Democratic Yea
Gina H. Curry Democratic Yea
Greg Scott Democratic Yea
Greg Vitali Democratic Yea
Heather Boyd Democratic Yea
Ismail Smith-Wade-El Democratic Yea
Jacklyn Rusnock Democratic Yea
Jared G. Solomon Democratic Yea
Jason Dawkins Democratic Yea
Jeanne McNeill Democratic Yea
Jennifer O'Mara Democratic Yea
Jessica Benham Democratic Yea
Jim Haddock Democratic Yea
Jim Prokopiak Democratic Yea
Joanna E. McClinton Democratic Yea
Joe Ciresi Democratic Yea
Joe McAndrew Democratic Yea
Joe Webster Democratic Yea
Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz Democratic Yea
John C. Inglis III Democratic Yea
Jordan A. Harris Democratic Yea
Jose Giral Democratic Yea
Joseph C. Hohenstein Democratic Yea
Justin C. Fleming Democratic Yea
Keith S. Harris Democratic Yea
Kristine C. Howard Democratic Yea
Kyle Donahue Democratic Yea
Kyle J. Mullins Democratic Yea
La'Tasha D. Mayes Democratic Yea
Leanne Krueger Democratic Yea
Lindsay Powell Democratic Yea
Lisa A. Borowski Democratic Yea
Liz Hanbidge Democratic Yea
Malcolm Kenyatta Democratic Yea
Mandy Steele Democratic Yea
Manuel Guzman Democratic Yea
Mary Jo Daley Democratic Yea
MaryLouise Isaacson Democratic Yea
Matthew D. Bradford Democratic Yea
Maureen E. Madden Democratic Yea
Melissa Cerrato Democratic Yea
Melissa L. Shusterman Democratic Yea
Michael H. Schlossberg Democratic Yea
Morgan Cephas Democratic Yea
Nancy Guenst Democratic Yea
Napoleon J. Nelson Democratic Yea
Nathan Davidson Democratic Yea
Nikki Rivera Democratic Yea
Pat Gallagher Democratic Yea
Patrick J. Harkins Democratic Yea
Paul Friel Democratic Yea
Paul Takac Democratic Yea
Perry S. Warren Democratic Yea
Peter Schweyer Democratic Yea
Regina G. Young Democratic Yea
Rick Krajewski Democratic Yea
Robert E. Merski Democratic Yea
Robert F. Matzie Democratic Yea
Robert Freeman Democratic Yea
Ryan A. Bizzarro Democratic Yea
Scott Conklin Democratic Yea
Sean Dougherty Democratic Yea
Steve Samuelson Democratic Yea
Steven R. Malagari Democratic Yea
Tarah Probst Democratic Yea
Tarik Khan Democratic Yea
Tim Brennan Democratic Yea
Tim Briggs Democratic Yea
Tina M. Davis Democratic Yea
Aaron Bernstine Republican Yea
Abby Major Republican Yea
Alec J. Ryncavage Republican Yea
Andrew Kuzma Republican Yea
Ann Flood Republican Yea
Barbara Gleim Republican Yea
Brad Roae Republican Yea
Brenda M. Pugh Republican Yea
Brett R. Miller Republican Yea
Brian C. Rasel Republican Yea
Brian Smith Republican Yea
Bryan Cutler Republican Yea
Bud Cook Republican Yea
Carl Walker Metzgar Republican Yea
Chad G. Reichard Republican Yea
Charity Grimm Krupa Republican Yea
Clint Owlett Republican Yea
Craig T. Staats Republican Yea
Craig Williams Republican Yea
Dallas Kephart Republican Yea
Dan Moul Republican Yea
Dane Watro Republican Yea
David H. Rowe Republican Yea
David H. Zimmerman Republican Yea
David M. Maloney Republican Yea
Donna Scheuren Republican Yea
Doyle Heffley Republican Yea
Eric Davanzo Republican Yea
Eric J. Weaknecht Republican Yea
Eric R. Nelson Republican Yea
Gary W. Day Republican Yea
Jack Rader Republican Yea
Jacob D. Banta Republican Yea
James B. Struzzi Republican Yea
Jamie Barton Republican Yea
Jamie L. Flick Republican Yea
Jamie Walsh Republican Yea
Jason Ortitay Republican Yea
Jeff Olsommer Republican Yea
Jeremy Shaffer Republican Yea
Jesse Topper Republican Yea
Jill N. Cooper Republican Yea
Jim Rigby Republican Yea
Joanne Stehr Republican Yea
Joe Emrick Republican Yea
Joe Hamm Republican Yea
Joe Hogan Republican Yea
Joe Kerwin Republican Yea
John A. Lawrence Republican Not Voting
John A. Schlegel Republican Yea
Jonathan Fritz Republican Yea
Joseph D'Orsie Republican Yea
Josh Bashline Republican Yea
Joshua D. Kail Republican Yea
Kate A. Klunk Republican Yea
Kathleen C. Tomlinson Republican Yea
Kathy L. Rapp Republican Yea
Keith J. Greiner Republican Yea
Kerry A. Benninghoff Republican Yea
Kristin Marcell Republican Yea
Leslie Rossi Republican Yea
Marc S. Anderson Republican Yea
Marci Mustello Republican Yea
Mark M. Gillen Republican Yea
Marla Brown Republican Yea
Martin T. Causer Republican Yea
Martina A. White Republican Yea
Michael Stender Republican Yea
Mike Armanini Republican Yea
Mike Jones Republican Yea
Milou Mackenzie Republican Yea
Mindy Fee Republican Yea
Natalie Mihalek Republican Yea
Parke Wentling Republican Yea
Perry A. Stambaugh Republican Yea
R. Lee James Republican Yea
Rich Irvin Republican Yea
Rob W. Kauffman Republican Yea
Robert Leadbeter Republican Yea
Roman Kozak Republican Yea
Russ Diamond Republican Yea
Ryan Warner Republican Yea
Scott Barger Republican Yea
Shelby Labs Republican Yea
Sheryl M. Delozier Republican Yea
Stephanie Borowicz Republican Yea
Steven C. Mentzer Republican Yea
Thomas H. Kutz Republican Yea
Thomas L. Mehaffie Republican Yea
Tim Twardzik Republican Yea
Timothy J. O'Neal Republican Yea
Timothy R. Bonner Republican Yea
Tina Pickett Republican Yea
Tom Jones Republican Yea
Valerie S. Gaydos Republican Yea
Wendy Fink Republican Yea
Zachary Mako Republican Yea

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1963 do?
Advocate for Drivers with Disabilities
Who sponsors HB 1963?
HB 1963 is sponsored by Ryan A. Bizzarro (Democratic), Nancy Guenst (Democratic), Maureen E. Madden (Democratic), Carol Hill-Evans (Democratic), Benjamin V. Sanchez (Democratic), Tarah Probst (Democratic), Arvind Venkat (Democratic), Joseph C. Hohenstein (Democratic), Liz Hanbidge (Democratic), Melissa Cerrato (Democratic), Steven R. Malagari (Democratic), G. Roni Green (Democratic), Tarik Khan (Democratic), Jose Giral (Democratic), Michael H. Schlossberg (Democratic), and Keith S. Harris (Democratic).
What is the current status of HB 1963?
This bill has passed the House. Introduced October 17, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.
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