Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

Pennsylvania House Bill HB1786

Introduced

8/10/25

Refer

8/10/25

Caption

In disposition of abandoned and unclaimed property, further providing for certificate of finder registration and for notice and publication of lists of property subject to custody and control of the Commonwealth under this article.

Impact

By implementing these changes, HB 1786 impacts existing regulations governing abandoned properties. The bill has the potential to improve the efficiency of property management under Commonwealth control, allowing for clearer guidance on how finders can register their claims and how properties should be reported. This could lead to a more systematic handling of unclaimed assets and potentially enhance revenue for the Commonwealth through the proper disposition of these properties.

Summary

House Bill 1786 addresses the disposition of abandoned and unclaimed property in the Commonwealth. It introduces enhancements to the registration process for finders—individuals who claim to have found abandoned property—and outlines procedures for public notice and publication of lists pertaining to such properties. The intent of the bill is to streamline the process by which unclaimed property is managed, facilitating the rightful return of property to its owners while also ensuring that the Commonwealth can effectively control properties that remain unclaimed.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB 1786 appears to be generally supportive, particularly among legislators and stakeholders focused on property management and Commonwealth efficiency. Supporters of the bill emphasize the need for a clearer framework to prevent confusion and ensure that abandoned properties are dealt with appropriately. However, there may be some reservations about how the changes could affect individuals who find property and the administrative burden on the Commonwealth, though these concerns are not prominently raised in available discussions.

Contention

One notable point of contention involves how the bill outlines the responsibilities of finders and the requirements for property registration. While proponents view this as a necessary regulatory update, critics may advocate for additional protections to ensure that finders are treated fairly and that there are no burdensome requirements interfering with their ability to claim found property. The balance between efficient property management and fair treatment of citizen finders may lead to discussions during legislative reviews.

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

PA HB2092

In disposition of abandoned and unclaimed property, further providing for certificate of finder registration, for notice and publication of lists of property subject to custody and control of the Commonwealth under this article, for income accruing after payment or delivery, for deposit of funds, for determination of claims, for penalties and for interdepartmental cooperation and providing for annual report.

PA HB792

In disposition of abandoned and unclaimed property, further providing for notice and publication of lists of property subject to custody and control of the Commonwealth under this article.

PA HB1717

In disposition of abandoned and unclaimed property, further providing for claim for property paid or delivered.

PA SB24

In disposition of abandoned and unclaimed property, further providing for claim for property paid or delivered.

PA HB1774

In disposition of Commonwealth surplus land, further providing for annual property survey.

PA SB1023

In disposition of Commonwealth surplus land, further providing for definitions, for annual property survey, for property disposition and for conditions upon conveyance; and making an editorial change.

PA HB1018

In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms and for abandonment of firearms, weapons or ammunition; in community and municipal courts, further providing for masters; adding provisions relating to extreme risk protection orders; imposing duties on the Office of Attorney General; and imposing penalties.

PA SB908

In firearms and other dangerous articles, further providing for definitions, for the offense of persons not to possess, use, manufacture, control, sell or transfer firearms, for sale or transfer of firearms, for Pennsylvania State Police, for firearm sales surcharge, for retail dealer required to be licensed and for licensing of dealers and providing for ammunition purchase authorization permits and for transporting ammunition into this Commonwealth; establishing the Ammunition Safety and Enforcement Fund; and making editorial changes.

PA HB1102

In other offenses, further providing for violation of rules regarding conduct on Commonwealth property; in protection of property and waters, further providing for the offense of littering; in protection of property and persons, further providing for the offense of littering and restrictions on vehicles; and, in size, weight and load, further providing for securing loads in vehicles.

PA HB2645

Further providing for title of act, for short title, for declaration of purpose, for definitions, for creation of board and appointment and term of members and officers, for organization of board, for powers of board, for duties of board, for examination and qualification of applicants, for reciprocal licensing, for issuance and renewal of certificates, for payment and disposition of fees and for seal of architect; providing for architectural firm registration and for architectural firm names; further providing for permitted practices, for existing licenses, for existing rules and regulations and for unauthorized practice prohibited; providing for certification of interior designers; further providing for disciplinary proceedings, for penalties and for complaint procedure and hearings; providing for regulations; further providing for severability, for repeals and for effective date; and making editorial changes.