House Commerce Committee advances Conklin bill to strengthen security for Pa. businesses

Would cut red tape for easier access to high-tech perimeter systems

Rep. Scott Conklin October 8, 2025 | 3:05 PM

HARRISBURG, Oct. 8 – Pennsylvania businesses are a step closer to accessing high-tech perimeter security systems more easily after the Pennsylvania House Commerce Committee yesterday approved committee Chairman Rep. Scott Conklin’s bill to cut the red tape associated with these systems.

Conklin said he introduced H.B. 1871 after becoming aware that regulatory red tape often slows or stops businesses from installing electrified security systems.

“Security is critical to successful business operations, and there are highly effective, state-of-the-art electrified security systems that can be installed inside a business’s existing fences and walls,” Conklin said. “Unfortunately, red tape prevents many Pennsylvania businesses from accessing the technology.

“My legislation would cut the red tape and make it simpler for businesses to install and use these systems. Twenty-nine other states have already enacted similar legislation, and it’s time for the commonwealth to join them, to ensure our businesses remain as competitive as possible. I’m glad we moved a step closer to that today.”

The bill is currently being considered by the full House.

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