Pennsylvania 2017-2018 Regular Session Status: In Committee 5 D cosponsors

SB 910 — An Act amending Titles 18 (Crimes and Offenses) and 42 (Judiciary and Judicial Procedure) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in assault, further providing for the offense of terroristic threats and for the offense of terrorism and providing for the offense of harboring or concealing terrorists; and, in limitation of time, further providing for no limitation applicable.

Last action — PN 1215 Referred to JUDICIARY

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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 2017-2018 Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Bill Text

How this bill changes current law

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The bill amends the definition and penalties related to terrorism and terroristic threats under Pennsylvania law.

  • 18 Pa.C.S. § 2717

    If the violent offense is a felony of the first degree, a person convicted of an offense under this section shall be sentenced to a term of imprisonment fixed by the court at not more than 40 years and may be sentenced to pay a fine of not more than $100,000. → Notwithstanding section 1103 (relating to sentence of imprisonment for felony), if the violent offense is a felony of the first degree, a person convicted of an offense under this section shall be sentenced as follows: (i) If the offense results in bodily injury to one or more persons, the person shall be sentenced to a term of imprisonment fixed by the court of not more than 40 years and may be sentenced to pay a fine of not more than $100,000. (ii) If the offense results in serious bodily injury to one or more persons, the person shall be sentenced to a term of imprisonment fixed by the court of not more than 60 years and may be sentenced to pay a fine of not more than $200,000. (iii) If the offense results in death to one or more persons, the person shall be sentenced to a term fixed by the court up to a maximum term of life imprisonment and may be sentenced to pay a fine of not more than $500,000.

    This change clarifies penalties for terrorism offenses depending on the severity of the resulting harm, introducing longer sentences and higher fines for more serious outcomes.

  • 18 Pa.C.S. § 2717

    As used in this section, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings given to them in this subsection: → As used in this section, the following words and phrases shall have the meanings given to them in this subsection unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:

    This change updates the language to clarify that definitions provided are contextual.

  • 18 Pa.C.S. § 2717(c)

    ‘Violent offense.’ An offense under this part, including an attempt, conspiracy or solicitation to commit any such offense, which is punishable by imprisonment of more than one year and involves an act dangerous to human life or property. → ‘Violent offense.’ An offense under this part or 75 Pa.C.S. Pt. III (relating to operation of vehicles), including an attempt, conspiracy or solicitation to commit any such offense, which is punishable by imprisonment of more than one year and involves an act dangerous to human life or property.

    This change expands the definition of 'violent offense' to include relevant offenses under vehicle operation laws.

  • 42 Pa.C.S. § 5551

    (7) A violation of 18 Pa.C.S. § 2717 (relating to terrorism), including conspiracy to commit terrorism.

    This addition establishes that there is no time limit for prosecuting terrorism-related offenses.

Action History

  1. PN 1215 Referred to JUDICIARY

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors SB 910?
SB 910 is sponsored by Vincent J. Hughes (Democratic), Browne, Williams, Art Haywood (Democratic), Leach, Christine M. Tartaglione (Democratic), Judith L. Schwank (Democratic), and Jay Costa (Democratic).
What is the current status of SB 910?
This bill died with 2017-2018 Regular Session. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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