SB 1156 Pennsylvania Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

An Act amending Title 75 (Vehicles) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in financial responsibility, further providing for required financial responsibility and providing for online verification of financial responsibility.

This bill requires Pennsylvania motor vehicle owners to self-certify financial responsibility (such as auto insurance) during registration or renewal. It establishes an online verification system for the Department of Transportation to confirm coverage instantly, eliminating the need for physical insurance cards. If the system shows no proof, the department notifies the owner to provide evidence within a specified timeframe. Insurers must notify the state of policy cancellations (unless using the online system), streamlining verification and reducing paperwork for drivers.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 30, 2026 Last action Jan 30, 2026
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Jan 30, 2026
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Referred to Transportation
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1 primary · 10 co-sponsors

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