An Act amending Title 67 (Public Welfare) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in miscellaneous provisions, providing for waiver of subrogation.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill changes Pennsylvania law to allow county agencies and municipal governments to remove clauses in service provider contracts that would allow insurers to seek reimbursement from the government for costs related to liability claims. Essentially, it aims to protect these entities from being held financially responsible by their insurers when dealing with child welfare services. The bill clarifies the definition of ‘service provider contract’ to specifically include agreements related to children, youth, and families services.
Key provisions
- Allows county agencies and municipal governments to waive subrogation rights in service provider contracts.
- Defines ‘service provider contract’ as agreements related to children, youth, and families services under 55 Pa. Code Pt. V.
- The provisions voided include clauses that waive subrogation rights.
- The changes apply to contracts entered into or renewed on or after the bill’s effective date.
Who is affected
- County agencies
- Municipal governments
- Child welfare providers
- Insurance companies
- Individuals receiving child welfare services
Notable changes
- Creates a specific waiver of subrogation rights in service provider contracts for government entities.
- Clarifies the scope of ‘service provider contract’ to focus on child welfare services.
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- Pn 3366 Html
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Primary sponsor
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Benjamin Sanchez
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