SB 1430: An Act amending Title 18 (Crimes and Offenses) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in obstructing governmental operations, further providing for obstructing administration of law or other governmental function.
SB 1430 status: Referred — Referred to Judiciary (updated Aug 13, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThis bill updates Pennsylvania law to clarify what it means to "interfere" with government employees doing their jobs. It is currently being debated in the state Senate.
Key analysis
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Environment
Benefits
- No direct impact identified
Risks
- No direct impact identified
Economy
Benefits
- No direct impact identified
Risks
- No direct impact identified
Society
Benefits
- May provide clearer guidance for government employees performing official duties
Risks
- Risk of broadening criminal definitions
- Potential chilling effect on public oversight and interaction
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OpenStates
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Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Vague definitions of 'interference' in criminal code can raise constitutional due-process concerns
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