Bill
H 1670
Overview: Bill Number: H 1670, Title: An Act relative to the repeal or reform of certain unenforceable or unconstitutional archaic laws on religion, piety, and morality, Status: He
Overview: Bill Number: H 1670, Title: An Act relative to the repeal or reform of certain unenforceable or unconstitutional archaic laws on religion, piety, and morality, Status: Hearing scheduled for 05/06/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:00 PM in A-2, Introduced: February 27, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to repeal or reform a number of outdated, unenforceable, and potentially unconstitutional laws related to religion, piety, and morality. The legislation aims to bring the Commonwealth's statutes in line with modern legal standards and constitutional principles.
Key Provisions:
- Repeals laws prohibiting the desecration of the Sabbath, blasphemy, and the promotion of atheism
- Reforms laws regulating the sale of alcohol on Sundays and holidays
- Removes language criminalizing the distribution of birth control and other family planning materials
- Eliminates provisions that allow for the involuntary commitment of individuals deemed "sexually dangerous"
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would primarily impact individuals who have been or could be charged under the targeted laws, as well as religious organizations, healthcare providers, and law enforcement agencies. The legislation is intended to protect individual rights and freedoms, while also reducing the potential for selective or discriminatory enforcement of outdated statutes.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently scheduled for a public hearing on May 6, 2025, where lawmakers will have the opportunity to discuss the proposal and hear from stakeholders. Depending on the outcome of the hearing and subsequent legislative deliberations, the bill may advance through the committee process and toward a potential floor vote.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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