PA
Pennsylvania House Bill HB1419

Pennsylvania 2023-2024 Regular Session

Pennsylvania House Bill HB1419

Introduced
6/14/23  
Refer
6/14/23  
Refer
6/22/23  
Report Pass
6/28/23  
Refer
6/28/23  
Report Pass
6/29/23  
Engrossed
6/29/23  
Refer
7/27/23  
Refer
11/15/23  
Report Pass
4/29/24  
Enrolled
6/4/24  
Chaptered
6/10/24  

Caption

In foreign associations, further providing for termination of registration.

Impact

The proposed changes in HB1419 aim to simplify the regulatory framework governing foreign associations. By clearly stipulating reporting deadlines, the bill is expected to facilitate easier adherence to state laws for these entities and potentially reduce confusion among businesses. This could enhance the overall business environment in Pennsylvania by ensuring that foreign corporations understand their obligations and the timeline for meeting them.

Summary

House Bill 1419, introduced by Representatives Pielli, Galloway, Madden, and Sanchez, seeks to amend Title 15 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, specifically in relation to foreign associations. The bill primarily addresses the process surrounding the termination of registration for these entities. A notable change proposed is the adjustment of the annual report deadlines, pushing the due date for reports to January 4, 2027, thereby enhancing the clarity and timing of compliance for foreign associations operating within the state.

Sentiment

Overall sentiment surrounding the bill appears to be positive, as it is seen as a necessary update to existing statutes that would benefit both businesses and state regulatory bodies. The bill has garnered bipartisan support, reflecting a general agreement on the importance of maintaining an organized and clear system for corporate registrations. However, for community advocates and local businesses, there are some concerns about how these changes might affect smaller entities or individuals seeking to understand the regulatory process.

Contention

While HB1419 has received broad support, some points of contention could arise concerning the implementation of these changes. Specific concerns may relate to how these amendments will be communicated to foreign associations and whether the extended deadlines might create overlap with other reporting requirements. Stakeholders may also debate the implications of changing state laws in a way that could either streamline processes or inadvertently make them more complex for certain groups.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA HB1535

In registration of vehicles, further providing for renewal of registration.

PA HB1758

In registration system, further providing for SURE system; in voter registration, further providing for approval of registration applications; in records, further providing for public information lists; and, in changes in records, further providing for removal notices, for transfer of registration and for death of registrant.

PA HB1716

In entities generally, further providing for requirements for names generally and providing for registration of name of domestic nonfiling association; in entity transactions, further providing for nature of transactions and for approval by limited liability company; in foreign associations, further providing for foreign registration statement; in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in corporate powers, duties and safeguards, further providing for certain specifically authorized debt terms; in officers, directors and shareholders, further providing for derivative action; in foreign business corporations, further providing for application of article; in general provisions, further providing for definitions; in corporate powers, duties and safeguards, further providing for certain specifically authorized debt terms; in officers, directors and members, further providing for derivative action; in general partnerships, further providing for contents of partnership agreement; in limited partnerships, further providing for contents of partnership agreement and for derivative action; and, in limited liability companies, further providing for contents of operating agreement and for derivative action.

PA HB128

In voter registration, further providing for methods of voter registration, providing for same-day voter registration and further providing for preparation and distribution of applications.

PA HB419

In registration of vehicles, further providing for lost, stolen, damaged or illegible registration plate.

PA HB77

In sentencing, further providing for registration.

PA SB818

In registration of vehicles, further providing for issuance and reissuance of registration plates.

PA HB479

In voter registration, further providing for methods of voter registration, providing for same-day voter registration and further providing for preparation and distribution of applications.

PA HB1736

In creation, alteration and termination of condominiums, further providing for amendment of declaration; in creation, alteration and termination of cooperatives, further providing for amendment of declaration; and, in creation, alteration and termination of planned communities, further providing for amendment of declaration.

PA HB1008

In registration of vehicles, further providing for renewal of registration.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.