SB 1369
An Act amending the act of June 13, 1967 (P.L.31, No.21), known as the Human Services Code, in children and youth, providing for screening requirements.
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Bill overview
This bill requires Pennsylvania county agencies and juvenile probation officers to use a screening process to identify children who may be victims of human trafficking or at risk of becoming victims. If a child is identified as a potential victim, the agency or officer must connect them with specialized programs and services, including those for sexually exploited children. The screening process will be developed in consultation with the Attorney General and the Pennsylvania State Police.
Key provisions
- Requires county agencies and juvenile probation officers to administer a screening process.
- The screening process is designed to identify children who are victims of human trafficking or at risk.
- If a child is identified, they must be connected with specialized programs and services.
- These services include those available under 18 Pa.C.S. § 3062.
- The screening process must be developed in consultation with the Office of Attorney General, the Pennsylvania State Police, and county agencies.
- Defines key terms such as ‘County agency,’ ‘Dependent child,’ and ‘Sexual servitude’.
Who is affected
- County agencies
- Juvenile probation officers
- Alleged dependent children
- Alleged delinquent children
- Children potentially at risk of human trafficking
Notable changes
- Establishes a mandatory screening process for children involved with county agencies and juvenile probation.
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