HB 2474
An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in child protective services, further providing for exclusions from child abuse and for persons required to report suspected child abuse.
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Bill overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s child protective services laws to clarify which crimes involving a child trigger mandatory reporting requirements. Specifically, it expands the list of crimes, including rape, sexual assault, and unlawful dissemination of intimate images, that must be reported. Additionally, the bill updates reporting procedures for staff at institutions and clarifies reporting requirements for suspected child sexual abuse material, including artificially generated material.
Key provisions
- Expands the list of crimes requiring mandatory reporting of child abuse.
- Includes rape, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse, sexual assault, aggravated indecent assault, indecent assault, indecent exposure, and unlawful dissemination of intimate image.
- Updates reporting procedures for staff at medical and other institutions.
- Requires reporting of suspected child sexual abuse material (including artificially generated material) via a specific telephone number or electronic submission.
- Specifies that a single report may be sufficient from an institution, school, or agency.
Who is affected
- Individuals required to report suspected child abuse (e.g., healthcare professionals, educators, social workers)
- Children who are victims of specific crimes
- Institutions, schools, and other facilities that receive reports of child abuse
- Law enforcement agencies
- County agencies
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Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
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