Staats Opposes Felony Murder Sentencing Bill Over Public Safety Concerns
By Fayette County Discussions
HARRISBURG – Rep. Craig Staats (R-Bucks) voted against House Bill 1042 this week, saying the legislation fails to provide meaningful accountability for those convicted of second-degree murder and creates uncertainty for victims and their families.
This is an official press release from the Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus, published on July 24, 2026.
HARRISBURG – Rep. Craig Staats (R-Bucks) voted against House Bill 1042 this week, saying the legislation fails to provide meaningful accountability for those convicted of second-degree murder and creates uncertainty for victims and their families.
Read the full original release: https://www.pahousegop.com/News/38385/Press-Releases/Staats-Opposes-Felony-Murder-Sentencing-Bill--Over-Public-Safety-Concerns
--- 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.