Marcell Opposes Measure That Weakens Sentencing for Second-Degree Murder
By Fayette County Discussions
HARRISBURG – Rep. Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks) voted Thursday against House Bill 1042, saying the legislation fails to provide a strong constitutional sentencing framework for second-degree murder convictions and falls short of protecting public safety and the rights of crime victims.
This is an official press release from the Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus, published on July 24, 2026.
HARRISBURG – Rep. Kristin Marcell (R-Bucks) voted Thursday against House Bill 1042, saying the legislation fails to provide a strong constitutional sentencing framework for second-degree murder convictions and falls short of protecting public safety and the rights of crime victims.
Read the full original release: https://www.pahousegop.com/News/38377/Press-Releases/Marcell-Opposes-Measure-That-Weakens-Sentencing-for-Second-Degree-Murder
--- Source: Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus. This is official caucus communications and is presented as attributed source material. The views expressed are those of the Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus and do not represent the editorial position of Fayette County Discussions.